AI certification Selection

amarjeet 0 Reputation points
2026-08-17T13:54:40.6333333+00:00

i am a dotnet core developer since 5.6 year also having experience with angular.
i want to do a certificate that enable me to an AI Dotnet Developer.
what should i pick for instance AI-103 or something else.
please guide.

Community Center | Not monitored
0 comments

1 answer

Sort by: Most helpful
Most helpful Newest Oldest

  1. AI answer

    2026-08-17T13:54:55.34+00:00

    For a .NET developer moving toward AI on Azure, the strongest fit is Azure AI Engineer Associate.

    Based on the current certification path in the context:

    1. Pick AI-103 if the goal is to build AI applications and agents on Azure.
      The AI-103 study guide describes the role as an Azure AI engineer who builds, manages, and deploys agents and AI solutions on Azure.
    2. Expect a Python-heavy learning path.
      The current AI-103 audience profile says candidates should have experience developing apps by using Python. A Microsoft Q&A answer also notes that many newer AI-103 exercises are now Python-focused.
    3. C#/.NET is still relevant for Azure AI, but there is no dedicated .NET developer certification.
      For .NET developers, Microsoft Q&A guidance points to certifications such as:
      • AZ-204 Azure Developer Associate for cloud app development
      • AI-102 / Azure AI Engineer Associate in earlier guidance for AI-focused development
    4. If the goal is specifically “AI .NET developer,” use this practical path:
      • First choice: AI-103 for AI app and agent development on Azure
      • Also consider: AZ-204 if stronger Azure developer fundamentals are needed alongside AI work
    5. If long-term growth is the goal after AI-103, related next-step certifications mentioned in the context include:
      • Azure Solutions Architect Expert
      • Azure Data Scientist Associate (DP-100)

    In short: choose AI-103 for the AI-focused path. If Azure development fundamentals on the platform need strengthening, pair it with or precede it with AZ-204.

    References:

    AI-generated content may be incorrect. Read our transparency notes for more information.

    Was this answer helpful?

Your answer

Answers can be marked as 'Accepted' by the question author and 'Recommended' by moderators, which helps users know the answer solved the author's problem.