Why This Cheat Sheet Matters for AZ-204
This cheat sheet covers the most important Identity & Key Vault concepts tested on the AZ-204 (Azure Developer Associate) certification exam. It contains 2 sections with 8 key points that you should memorize before exam day. Use this as a quick-reference guide during your final review sessions.
2Sections
8Key Points
Microsoft Identity Platform
- OAuth 2.0 authorization code flow for web apps; client credentials for daemon apps.
- MSAL libraries handle token acquisition, caching, and silent refresh.
- App registrations define redirect URIs, API permissions, and client secrets.
- Managed identities eliminate the need to store credentials in code.
Key Vault
- Secrets: connection strings, passwords, API keys with versioning.
- Keys: RSA and EC keys for encryption/signing; supports HSM-backed keys.
- Certificates: automated renewal and integration with App Service.
- Access control via RBAC (recommended) or vault access policies.
Practice Identity & Key Vault Questions
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Azure Quick Reference Tips
Azure services follow consistent naming patterns that help with exam recall. Resource Manager (ARM) templates use JSON, while Bicep provides a cleaner DSL for infrastructure as code. Remember that Azure resources are organised in a hierarchy: Management Groups → Subscriptions → Resource Groups → Resources.