Teach on Udemy

Turn what you know into an opportunity and reach millions around the world.

Learn More

Your cart is empty.

Keep shopping

Master the Art of Managing Projects with Azure DevOps

Name: Master the Art of Managing Projects with Azure DevOps
Rating: 4.6 (258 reviews)

Accelerate your career in 2026 by Mastering the complete DevOps lifecycle with smarter planning and faster delivery.

Bestseller

Role Play

Created byMark Lee

Last updated 7/2026

English

What you'll learn

Master project management in Azure DevOps in 2026 - from planning to delivery
Build and analyze dynamic Azure DevOps dashboards with supporting queries
Customize Azure DevOps projects and work items to standardize workflows
Plan, track, and manage tests with Azure Test Plans
Implement Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) from scratch
Apply Scaled Agile and Scrum practices inside Azure DevOpsM
Integrate Microsoft Excel with Azure Boards for requirements management
Leverage AI, Microsoft Teams, and timesheets for smarter DevOps workflows
Navigate Boards, Backlogs, Repos, and Pipelines like a pro
Plus much more — hands-on, practical, real-world workflows

Course content

11 sections • 122 lectures • 10h 45m total length

Lesson 1: Why Learn Azure DevOps!1:44
A brief promotional video showcasing how Azure DevOps enhances skill development, drives career growth, and delivers business value, positioning it as an indispensable tool in today's IT landscape.
Lesson 2: Meet Your Instructor with an Overview of the Course3:01
Mark introduces himself then takes you through the 12 sections of the course.
Lesson 3: A Brief History of Microsoft Azure DevOps3:21
Learn about the history of how MS Azure DevOps came about...
Lesson 4: Let's Create a Free MS Azure DevOps Account4:19
A walk through on creating Your Free Microsoft Azure DevOps Account.
Lesson 5: What is an Organization in Azure DevOps6:38
We'll review the ADO Organization Management Settings.
Lesson 6: How a Project is related to an Azure DevOps Organization2:46
We'll review the ADO Project Management Settings.
Lesson 7: What are the Azure DevOps User Access Levels3:20
Access levels are provided in Azure DevOps to ensure that users have the appropriate permissions based on their role and responsibilities, allowing for secure, efficient collaboration while protecting sensitive data and resources.
Lesson 8: An Overview of the Group Permission's in Azure DevOps5:52
Group permissions in Azure DevOps are used to manage access for multiple users at once by assigning them to specific security groups, each with defined permissions for various resources (e.g., repositories, pipelines, boards).
Lesson 9: Customizing Your Azure DevOps Profile6:12
I will guide you on how to setup your profile preferences in ADO.
Lesson 10: An Overview of the Hierarchical Process Taxonomy4:55
We are going to review what is called a Work Item Taxonomy (hierarchical structure) in ADO.
Azure DevOps Starter Quiz

Lesson 11: An Introduction to Section 21:26
Welcome to Section 2 that serves as a gateway to the next phase of your learning journey. In this section, we delve deeper into the core concepts introduced earlier, building upon your foundational knowledge.
Lesson 12: Navigating and Understanding the Azure Board3:44
We will take a look at the Azure Board
Lesson 13: Creating Epics and Reviewing Work Item Properties9:29
We'll Review the various elements of the Epic Work Item
Lesson 14: Creating Features and Introducing User Stories4:25
Time to create the Feature and an intro to the User Story
Lesson 15: The Anatomy of a User Story-Understanding Its Structure2:59
We'll Explore the Anatomy of and Create a User Story
Lesson 16: Creating the User Story2:41
We'll Create the User Story together
Lesson 17: How to Create a Task, Test Case, and Bug Work Items1:47
We'll Create the Task, a Test Case, and a Bug Work Item
Lesson 18: Using AI to Generate Work Items4:04
A Quick Tip on using ChatGPT to generate work items
Lesson 19: Creating the Iteration or Sprint with an Overview of the Task Board3:55
ADO Work Item Basics
Learn Azure Boards with Role Play: Epics, Stories, and Sprints Made Simple.

Lesson 20: An Introduction to Section 30:57
Welcome to Section 3 where will continue to delve deeper into the core concepts introduced earlier, building upon your foundational knowledge.
Lesson 21: The Benefits of Customizing Azure DevOps Projects: A Game-Changer2:27
Understand why Customizing Projects in ADO helps standardize Process
Lesson 22: Customizing the ADO Project Process4:37
Performing a Process Customization.
Lesson 23: Mastering Azure Board States Customization9:27
We will customize the Azure Board together...
Lesson 24: How to Add Values to Work Item Pick Lists in Azure DevOps6:56
How to Customize Work Items with drop down menus.
Lesson 25: Enhancing Azure DevOps Work Items with Custom Fields5:58
We'll customize Work Items by adding new Fields with values.
Lesson 26: Creating a Work Item Rule2:24
Creating work item rules in Azure DevOps helps automate processes, enforce consistency, and ensure that work items are properly tracked, prioritized, and aligned with project workflows.
Lesson 27: Adding a New Page to a Custom Work Item2:27
We'll add a New Page (Tab) in a Work Item.
Lesson 28: Unlocking Flexibility: Creating Custom Work Items in Azure DevOps2:57
Let's create a New Custom Work Item together.
Lesson 29: Creating Color-Coded Tags3:53
Lets add some Color to Tags.
Lesson 30: Mastering Project Wikis in Azure DevOps6:26
Time to Create a Project Wiki to keep the Team informed.
Lesson 31: Using the Copy Work Item Feature3:38
I will demonstrate how to Copy and Clone a Work Item and then you try it.
Lesson 32: How to Standardize Your Process with Templates in Azure DevOps9:26
We'll create an ADO Process Template for standardization.
Lesson 33: Exploring More Customization Options for Azure Boards9:35
Let's Customize some more Azure Boards settings.
Test Your Expertise: ADO Project Settings Customization

Lesson 34: An Introduction to Section 40:26
Welcome to Section 4 of the course where we continue our learning journey by creating some basic Queries in ADO.
Lesson 35: ADO Queries Part 1 (What are ADO Queries)3:16
A quick introduction to ADO Queries.
Lesson 36: ADO Queries Part 2: Creating a Flat Query6:03
We will create a Flat Query together.
Lesson 37: ADO Queries Part 3: Flat Queries Continued and Linked Queries5:20
More on Creating Flat Queries and touch on a Linked Query.
Lesson 38: ADO Queries Part 4: Exploring the Tree Query4:51
Let's Create a Tree Query.
Lesson 39: ADO Queries Part 5: Visualize Charts, Format Reports, Bulk Editing6:51
More on Queries on how to create some simple Charts, format a Query Report, and how to perform a bulk edit.
Test Your Knowledge: ADO Query Types

Lesson 40: An Introduction to Section 50:56
Let's now build a Project together.
Lesson 41: Building an ADO Project Together: Hands-On Tutorial10:40
Together, we will create a small project for an AI Chatbot.
Lesson 42: Estimating the Scope of Work in Our Project2:27
We will estimate the work across our project.
Lesson 43: Setting Up Our Backlog to View Task Estimates5:32
We will setup a backlog view to view the estimates.
Lesson 45: Let's Install and Explore the 'Visualize' Extension6:26
We will install a really Cool Free Extension that visually maps out projects in ADO.
Lesson 46: Final Thoughts on Assigning Work Across Sprints2:16
Final discussion on managing Sprints in ADO.
Lesson 47: Setting Up the Sprint Resource Capacity Model6:10
How to configure and monitor project resource usage in ADO.
Lesson 44: How to Set Sprint Dates and Plan Work for Each Sprint2:49
Working with Sprints or as some call them Iterations.
Lesson 48: Why You Should Standardize the Backlog for Better Project Management2:15
I'll discuss why standardizing the Backlog is essential for organizing ADO workload.
Lesson 49: How to Create a Strategic-Level Work Item in the Backlog7:33
We will create a strategic level work item and add it to our backlog.
Lesson 50: Final Thoughts on Customizing the Backlog for Maximum Impact8:20
Added discussion on Backlog Customizations.
Lesson 51: Creating a Delivery Plan: Tracking Dependencies Along the Way7:52
We will create a Delivery Plan visualizing our projects timeline and Dependencies using an Extension.
Lesson 52: Navigating ADO Analytic Views for Better Insights6:04
I will review with you how the Analytics Views feature in ADO works.
Building an ADO Project from the Ground Up!
Test Your Knowledge: ADO Project Building Essentials

Lesson 53: An Introduction to Section 60:47
It's time to create some ADO Dashboards.
Lesson 54: How to Navigate ADO Dashboards: An Introduction8:05
We're going to create some Cool looking Dashboards for our Project.
Lesson 55: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 17:31
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 56: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 24:43
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 57: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 35:10
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 58: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 43:56
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 59: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 58:53
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 60: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 68:17
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 61: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 75:14
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 62: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 81:12
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 63: Building Dashboards with Corresponding Queries: Part 94:41
Creating Dashboards Continued…
Lesson 64: The Process of Exporting and Importing Work Items in ADO12:41
How to Export & Import Work Items from one Project to another in ADO including the Dashboard and Queries.
Building a Dashboard for Your Project Assignment
Test Your Knowledge: Creating ADO Dashboards

Lesson 65: The Basics of Testing with Azure DevOps6:13
Mark will discuss the different platforms for Testing using ADO.
Lesson 66: Installing the Test and Feedback Extension3:12
We will install the Test and Feedback Browser Extension for Exploratory Testing
Lesson 67: Install Azure Test Plans and Create our first Test Plan5:35
We'll install a Fee Trial of Azure Test Plans then create a Test Plan and two Test Suites with an associated Test Cases
Lesson 68: Explore Executing Test Cases with the Web App called Test Runner6:45
We'll Execute Test Cases with the use of Test Runner (A Web App)
Lesson 69: Let's Create a Test Case Shared Step(s) for Repeatability3:43
We will create what's called a Share Step as a repeateable process across Test Cases
Lesson 70: Let's Create a Test Case Shared Parameter for Repeatability5:33
I will show you how to create a Shared Parameter.
Lesson 71: Creating and Assigning Test Configurations for Repeatability5:39
I'll demostrate how Test Configuration work in ADO.
Lesson 72: Building a Requirements-Based Test Suite in Azure Test Plans5:22
I will demonstrate the Requirement Based Test Suite.
Lesson 73: Creating a Static and Query Based Test Suite4:38
I will demonstrate both the Static and Query Based Test Suites.
Lesson 74: Creating Test Management Charts and add to a Dashboard5:08
A review of creating and adding Charts to a Dashboard and review of the Progress View Report.
Lesson 75: We'll Conduct Exploratory Testing with the Test & Feedback Extension8:16
We'll explore using the Test Exploratory Browser Extension.
Section 7: Azure Test Plans
Test Your Knowledge: Azure DevOps Test Management

Lesson 76: An Introduction to Section 81:16
Time to jump into Continuous Integration and Delivery for Beginners.
Lesson 77: Starting Your Journey with Azure DevOps CI and CD5:34
Let’s begin by taking a Deep Dive into Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery.
Lesson 78: Getting to Know Git: Distributed Code Management Demystified6:32
An explanation of what is Git and its use with ADO.
Lesson 79: Creating Your First "Git" Repo in Azure DevOps2:34
In this lesson I'll show you how to create a Repo in ADO and make a simple change with a Commit.
Lesson 80: How to Create Your First Branch in Azure DevOps5:54
In this lesson I'll show you how to create what is called a Branch when developing or modifying code.
Lesson 81: Creating Your First Pull Request in Azure DevOps4:35
A Pull Request is when a developer has code that needs to be merged with the Main Branch. The developer creates a pull request to have another developer or lead review and approve their code before merging it with the Main Branch. It's all about Quality!
Lesson 82: How to install the Microsoft IDE (Integrated Development Environment)3:28
Practice basic software development skills at a Beginner level.
Lesson 83: Creating a Web Project with Git Repository in Your IDE9:13
Practice basic software development skills at a Beginner level Continued…
Lesson 84: How to Clone and Fork a Repo: Understanding the Process7:29
Learn the difference between Cloning a Repo verses Forking a Repo.
Lesson 85: Getting Started with Build Pipelines: Understanding the YAML File7:54
We'll create a simple Build Pipeline together.
Lesson 86: How to Set Up Your First ADO Pipeline for a Web Application7:54
Building an ADO Pipeline with a ASP.Net Web Application.
Lesson 87: How to Publish Your Web App Build Artifact with YAML3:39
We will now Publish our Web App Build Artifact.
Lesson 88: How to Set Up a Release Pipeline with Azure Web App Service9:03
We will Create an ADO Release Pipeline and Create a WebApp Service with Azure that will be used to Publish our Web App to the Cloud.
Lesson 89: Automating Your Pipeline Workflow from Start to Finish3:27
I will walk you through how to Automate your Pipeline (End-to-End) from Build to Release.
Lesson 90: How to Build a Multi-Stage Release Pipeline6:30
Let's Create a Multi-Stage Release Pipeline.
Lesson 91: Creating a Parallel Release Pipeline and Setting Up Release Approvals6:57
I will demonstrate how to create multiple release pipelines running in parallel.
Lesson 92: How to Create Pipeline Deployment Gates for Conditional Deployment8:14
We will Create a Pipeline Deployment Condition called a Gate that will link back to our Azure Board.
Lesson 93: Building a Simple Dashboard for Build and Release History2:56
Back to Dashboard with Creating a Simple Build and Release History Dashboard in ADO.
Lesson 94: Exploring the Azure DevOps Service: Artifacts2:16
A Review of the ADO Service called Artifacts.
Lesson 95: Closing Thoughts on Continuous Integration and Delivery6:02
Mark provides some final wWords on Continuous Integration and Delivery.
Section 9 Assignment on Continuous Integration and Delivery
Assess Your Understanding of Continuous Integration and Delivery

Lesson 96: An Introduction to Section 90:46
This section will cover various integrations you can use with ADO and how to set them up.
Lesson 97: Part 1: Using Artificial Intelligence to Automate Work Item Creation5:55
Let's have some fun installing an AI component with ADO to Automate Work Item Creation.
Lesson 98: Part 2: Configuring the AI Work Item Assistant for Automation5:25
Configuring the AI Work Item Assistant with the Open AI Framework.
Lesson 99: Part 1: GitHub Integration with Azure DevOps5:53
I will show you how to integrate GitHub with ADO
Lesson 100: Part 2: GitHub Integration with Azure DevOps7:38
I will show you how to integrate GitHub with ADO Continued…
Lesson 101: Part 3: GitHub Integration with Azure DevOps6:02
I will show you how to integrate GitHub with ADO Continued…
Lesson 102: Part 1: Setting Up Msft Teams Integration with Azure DevOps Boards3:10
I will show you how to integrate Microsoft Teams Azure Boards.
Lesson 103: Part 2: Setting Up Msft Teams Integration with Azure DevOps Boards8:47
I will show you how to integrate Microsoft Teams Azure Boards Continued…
Lesson 104: Part 1: Connecting MS Excel with Azure DevOps8:20
We will integrate MS Excel with ADO synchronizing the two.
Lesson 105: Part 2: Connecting MS Excel with Azure DevOps7:09
We will integrate MS Excel with ADO synchronizing the two Continued…
Evaluate Your Knowledge on Azure DevOps Integrations

Lesson 106: An Introduction to Section 100:51
This section is dedicated to setting up Scaled Agile in Azure DevOps.
Lesson 107: Part 1: Setting Up Scaled Agile in Azure DevOps6:39
We will implement Scaled Agile using ADO.
Lesson 108: Part 2: Setting Up Scaled Agile in Azure DevOps9:25
Implementing Scaled Agile in ADO Continued...
Lesson 109: Part 3: Setting Up Scaled Agile in Azure DevOps7:19
Implementing Scaled Agile in ADO Continued...
Lesson 110: Part 4: Setting Up Scaled Agile in Azure DevOps7:21
Implementing Scaled Agile in ADO Continued...
Lesson 111: Part 5: Setting Up Scaled Agile in Azure DevOps2:53
Implementing Scaled Agile in ADO Continued...
Test Your Knowledge on Setting Up Scaled Agile in Azure DevOps

Requirements

Beginner-friendly: Learn all the essentials, no programming background needed!

Description

Student Reviews:

The instructor does a fantastic job of breaking down concepts into manageable pieces, making it easy for beginners to follow along while still adding value for those with some experience.
This is the only course you need to have on Udemy to get a deep dive into ADO Boards and a Basic understanding of the other ADO services.
Excellent content and the pace of the course allows you to easily follow along.
This has been a good match for me. Just what I was looking for. Well-articulated and the instructor has been very helpful in answering questions I may have.
This course provides a clear guide to mastering agile project management using Azure DevOps. Highly practical and easy to follow.
Very detailed course that covers a wide range of Azure DevOps functionality. Concepts are explained clearly and the exercises reinforce the concepts. It gave me a good overall understanding of what ADO can do and how it works.
Good instructor, step by step instructions. I anticipate I will learn a lot in a short period of time.
Very detailed course that covers a wide range of Azure DevOps functionality. Concepts are explained clearly and the exercises reinforce the concepts. It gave me a good overall understanding of what ADO can do and how it works.
Great so far! Awesome step by step assistance!
The instructor explains concepts clearly and following along helps me understand the content. The instructor also answers the questions promptly.
It was a good course with comprehensive outline of ADO. The additional topics really helped to gain more insights and were worth every second of the session.
Exactly what I am looking for. Step by step on how to build agile project. The SAFe part is big plus.
Very useful, comprehensive and straight to the point. The course provides a full range of insights and possibilities to adapt to your project needs. The type of course I needed.
Very easy to follow the instructor's explanations and nicely organized content
Very clean and concise explanations!
This has been a fantastic course. I am looking forward to completing it. The instructor is first-rate.

No matter your role or background, this course is designed to take you from zero to confident in the world’s most powerful delivery platform.

Whether you are a Project Manager, Developer, or just starting your career, you will master Agile planning, dashboarding, and automated delivery through clear, beginner-friendly instruction. You don't need prior experience, just the drive to work with high-performing teams and deliver quality projects.

Stop feeling overwhelmed by complex tools and start mastering the ecosystem that powers modern business.

Who this course is for:

This course is tailored for project managers, aspiring project managers, and IT professionals eager to master project management using Azure DevOps. Whether you're in software development, IT operations, or any field that relies on project management tools, this course will provide you with the key skills needed to lead projects from start to successful completion.

Master the Art of Managing Projects with Azure DevOps

What you'll learn

Explore related topics

Course content

Azure DevOps Essentials: Getting Started10 lectures • 42min

Starting with the Basics: Creating ADO Work Items10 lectures • 35min

Achieving Consistency: Customizing Project Processes, Work Items, and Backlogs14 lectures • 1hr 11min

Getting Started with Azure DevOps Queries6 lectures • 27min

Step-by-Step Process for Building a Project from the Ground Up!13 lectures • 1hr 9min

Mastering ADO Dashboards and Queries: A Deep Dive12 lectures • 1hr 11min

Azure Test Plans11 lectures • 1hr

A Beginner’s Guide to Continuous Integration and Delivery20 lectures • 1hr 51min

Master ADO Integrations: How to Set Them Up in Your Azure DevOps Instance10 lectures • 59min

Setting Up Scaled Agile Releases in Azure DevOps6 lectures • 34min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: