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AZ-140 Azure Virtual Desktop Course Certification - AVD 2025

Name: AZ-140 Azure Virtual Desktop Course Certification - AVD 2025
Rating: 4.4 (539 reviews)

Deliver a full AVD remote working solution including designing, scoping, planning, optimizing, sizing, and costing, more

Created byMahmoud A. ATALLAH

Last updated 1/2025

English

What you'll learn

Design a remote work environment solution using AVD
Demonstrate and provide Windows Virtual Desktop POCs for your customers
Understand Azure Virtual Desktop Pricing and Estimate the Cost using Azure calculator
Create a full desktop virtualization environment in your Azure subscription
Deliver Azure Virtual Desktop Projects from A to Z
Golden Image Preparation and Install FSLogix components
Set up a multi-session Windows 10 deployments
Virtualize LOB and Microsoft 365 Apps then optimize it to run in multi-session
Applying FSLogix Best Practice as profile delivery solution
Use conditional access to manage AVD Access risks and Apply MFA
Reduce costs with multi-session pooled resources and automation
Optimize AVD Session Host to boost VM Speed and minimize unused services
Securely store all employee and company data in Azure
Create an Azure Shared Image Gallery (SIG) for Master Image Versioning
Customize the Azure Virtual Desktop Workspace
Enable and Configure Azure Network security and Azure Security
Enable and Configuration log Analytic and Reporting

Course content

10 sections • 69 lectures • 5h 58m total length

What is Azure Virtual Desktop ?3:31
Explore Azure Virtual Desktop benefits1:58
Explore Azure Virtual Desktop benefits: secure host sessions not exposed to the internet, data stays in Azure, mobility, scalable desktop and app virtualization, and M365 license-based cost efficiency.
Set the Playback Speed rate to optimal viewing experience0:34
Set playback speed for a smooth viewing experience, and confirm credentials: subscription admin (contributor or owner), global admin for Azure Active Directory, and on premises domain controller administrator.

This section is (optional) to understand how AVD solve some business challenges0:32
Remote support and System maintenance - Challenge2:07
Security and Regulation - Business Requirements1:40
Remote Heavy Workers: like CAD designers and high-powered systems1:56
Legacy Application: that can’t be re-architected to run natively in the Cloud2:01
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity - Requirements1:23
Mergers and Acquisitions - Use Case2:08
Flexible and temporary Workforce - Business needs2:25
Organizations can support a flexible and temporary workforce by scaling Azure Virtual Desktop up or down with automation, and enforcing bring-your-own-device access controls to protect data.
IT Cost-saving - Business Requirements3:00

Overview: Implement Azure Virtual Desktop - Infrastructure - Overview0:44
Implement Azure virtual desktop infrastructure by addressing networking components, storage requirements, and creating the first host pool with session hosts.
Prepare your environment and Create the required Resource Groups4:16
Implement and Configure Azure Networking for AVD2:19
Implement and Configure Azure Networking for AVD - Demo2:35
Implement and Configure Azure Storage for AVD4:52
Implement and Configure Azure Storage Account for AVD - Demo6:51
Configure two storage accounts for Azure Virtual Desktop—one for diagnostics and VM troubleshooting and one for Fslogix user profiles—linked via a private endpoint and private DNS zone in West Europe.
AD Option 1: Configuring VNet Peering for Deploying Active Directory - Optional4:29
AD Option 1: Deploy new Azure VM for Active Directory in Azure8:48
AD Option 1: Create OUs, Groups, Users3:40
AD Option 1: Deploy AD Connect and Sync Active Directory Objects11:02
Deploy Azure AD Connect to synchronize on-premises Active Directory with Azure AD, configure password hash sign-in with single sign-on, verify the custom domain, and sync selected users and groups.
Provision Azure File Share for UserProfile Storage - Demo16:39
Optional - Configure a Custom Domain Using Azure AD3:11

Azure Virtual Desktop Golden image Customization - Overview4:38
Create a Virtual Machine for Master Image3:47
Install Microsoft Teams on AVD - Overview2:51
Install Microsoft Teams on AVD - Demo4:55
Setup FSLogix components and apply profiles settings - Overview4:06
Setup FSLogix components and apply profiles settings - Demo16:07
Registry Settings: FSLogix Ready Configuration File0:01
Customize windows Configurations and settings - Overview5:38
Registry Settings: Set up time zone redirection - Demo2:05
Registry Settings: Disable Automatic Windows Updates - Demo1:22
Registry Settings: Disable Storage Sense0:52
GPOs Settings: Configure Drive Access and RD Session settings - Demo5:17
Configure group policy to restrict the temporary D drive access and set remote desktop session limits, including disconnected and remote app sessions, with session shadowing for IT control.
Configure Windows Defender extension exclusions - Demo6:05
Configure Windows Defender extension exclusions by using PowerShell Script0:40
Install Line-of-business Applications - Sample - Demo2:43
SysPrep and Make a disk Snapshot - Demo5:43
Create Azure Compute Gallery and Create an image version - Demo12:10

Azure Virtual Desktop – Host pool readiness6:32
Azure Virtual Desktop - Application Groups - Overview3:10
Expand an existing host pool with new session hosts16:11
Create AVD App group (RemoteApp) and Assign users or groups to this App Group6:22
Create a remote app group in Azure Virtual Desktop, add apps from the start menu or file paths, and assign users or groups to the remote app.
Customize Desktop and remote Apps properties4:06
Testing AVD Solution using different clients - End user experience0:27
Connect to AVD Remote Apps and Desktop using Browser5:29
Connect to AVD Remote Apps and Desktop using Desktop Client3:56
App Group - Module review questions
Customize (RDP) properties for AVD host pool2:15
RDP properties are the various controls and settings you can manipulate to enhance the security and user experience of Azure Virtual Desktop.
Here, we'll discuss how to configure RDP properties to influence session behavior in AVD. From device redirection to display settings, we'll show you how to customize these settings for your specific needs.
AVD RDP Properties - Review questions

Plan and implement Security for AVD - Overview2:00
Plan Conditional Access policies for AVD - Overview14:54
Plan Conditional Access policies for AVD - Demo13:48
Enable Screen Capture Protection for AVD4:24
Screen capture protection, alongside watermarking, helps prevent sensitive information from being captured on client endpoints. When you enable screen capture protection, remote content will be automatically blocked or hidden in screenshots and screen sharing. Also, the Remote Desktop client will hide content from malicious software that may be capturing the screen.
Enable Watermarking for Azure Virtual Desktop14:17
Deep dive into what the Azure Virtual Desktop Watermarking feature is, its benefits, how to set it up, and how it can revolutionize the way you work.

AVD Cost Estimation - Customer Use Case Overview6:49
Deep dive into AVD Cost Estimation - Multi-session vs. Single-session8:20
Compare Azure Virtual Desktop cost estimation for multi-session vs single-session, detailing session host costs, CPU per user, VM sizing, reservations, OS disk, and user profile storage in the UAE.
How to Use Azure Calculator to Estimate Cost for Azure Virtual Desktop4:35

Requirements

Requirements are optional for Hands-on lab
An Azure subscription (Trial Version would be OK)
Microsoft 365 Business Premium or higher (Trial Version would be OK)
Custom domain name registered with any domain service provider (Optional)
Basic Knowledge of Windows AD and GPOs, Azure AD, and PowerShell.
Knowledge of Azure networking and IaaS servers

Description

Here's what you will learn in this AZ-140 Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) Course

Introduction and Quick Start

What is Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop (Introduction)
Highlight business needs and use case scenarios
Explore Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop formerly (Windows Virtual Desktop) benefits
Understand Azure Virtual Desktop Pricing and Estimate the Cost using Azure Pricing Calculator
Understanding Azure Virtual Desktop Licenses requirement and covered by Microsoft 365 License

Infrastructure Preparation and AVD Prerequisites.

Deploy and Configure Azure Infra (Subscription, vNETs, sNETs, and NSGs)
Implement Virtual Network Peering and routing between vNETS
Implement and Configure Azure Storage for AVD
Deploy new Azure VM for Active Directory in Azure
Configure a Custom Domain for Azure AD

Azure Virtual Desktop Creation with different Authentication Methods

Option 1: Create a host pool with Active Directory Domain Services
Option 2: Create a host pool with Azure AD Joined-VM

Azure Virtual Desktop Golden image Customization

Create a Virtual Machine for Master Image
Install Microsoft Teams on AVD
Customize windows Configurations and settings
Configure Windows Defender extension exclusions
Install Line-of-business Applications - Sample

Azure Virtual Desktop Provisioning and Deployment

Provision File Share for Profile Storage
Create an Azure Compute Galleries
Applying FSLogix Best Practice as a profile delivery solution
Perform a Windows Virtual Desktop Deployment
Provision Azure Virtual Desktop Host pool
Provision Azure Virtual Desktop Application Group
Provision Virtual desktops for Windows 10 and 11
Customize Desktop and remote Apps properties
Configure redirection from Custom DNS Name
Assign relevant permissions to users.

Azure Virtual Desktop - Pricing and Cost Estimation

AVD Cost Estimation - Customer Use Case Overview
Deep dive into AVD Cost Estimation - Multi-session vs. Single-session
How to Use Azure Calculator to Estimate Cost for Azure Virtual Desktop

Soon - Azure Virtual Desktop Optimization

Optimize your images with the Virtual Desktop Optimization tool
Create and Configure AVD Auto-scaling using Azure Automation

Soon - Azure Infrastructure tuning and additional services configuration.

Enable and Configure Azure Network security and Azure Security
Enable and Configuration log Analytic and Reporting
Enable and Configure Azure Backup
Set up service alerts

Extra and More Cool Stuff...

WARNING: You may have to go back and watch several of the videos 2, 3, 4, or 5 even times over again. Why? because some of the concepts are quite advanced.

Who this course is for:

Students who are interested in learning how to deploy and configure Virtual Desktop and remote working solutions in Microsoft Azure
Complete beginners, This course contains a unique combination of basic level insights, meshed with very advanced tactics.
People that are looking to modernize their infrastructure following the Digital transformation for higher security and a cost-effective approach

AZ-140 Azure Virtual Desktop Course Certification - AVD 2025

What you'll learn

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Course content

Introduction and Quick Start3 lectures • 6min

Optional - Azure Virtual Desktop - Business needs and Real-life Use cases9 lectures • 17min

Plan your Azure Virtual Desktop implementation4 lectures • 33min

Infrastructure Preparation and AVD Prerequisites12 lectures • 1hr 9min

Azure Virtual Desktop Creation with different Authentication Methods5 lectures • 35min

Azure Virtual Desktop Golden image Customization17 lectures • 1hr 19min

Azure Virtual Desktop - Application Groups & End-user Experience9 lectures • 48min

Planning and implementing Security for Azure Virtual Desktop5 lectures • 49min

Azure Virtual Desktop - Pricing and Cost Estimation3 lectures • 20min

Wrap-up2 lectures • 1min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: