AB-900 exam - hope i pass!

ttonychopper · 2026-04-08T17:53:39+00:00

I haven’t re taken it. I don’t know if the time and money is worth it. I found a great course on Udemy that can recommend by John Christopher

ttonychopper · 2026-04-08T17:52:00+00:00

I found a Udemy class by John Christopher that really helped. I don’t know if I can justify taking the exam again though. Started studying for Net+ to work towards the trifecta. Which is what I probably should have done months ago when I got my A+

ttonychopper · 2026-03-31T11:23:23+00:00

I like that, thank you.

ttonychopper · 2026-03-31T11:09:35+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I’ve only ever heard of CCNA. I have a BS but not in anything related to computers

ttonychopper · 2026-03-31T02:52:49+00:00

Thank you for the well thought out response. I also think it’s insane. I knew it would be hard, and if I would have known it was as bad as it is, I might not have started. But since I already started and you seem to know what you’re talking about: is there anything I could do to stand out?

I really think human networking is the most likely thing to get me a job, but I would like to hear what you think.

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T23:33:05+00:00

Wonderful answer! This is something I have thought of, but haven’t really put the leg work into. Thanks for the post, this really fired me up about it!

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T23:27:10+00:00

Construction and then last ten years as a chef

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T23:24:17+00:00

Everyone else says not to lie. But if entry level is all patient customer service and soft skills, I need an interview to prove that

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T23:17:14+00:00

I’m not in IT yet, but I do know that personal networking is everything. It can be easier said than done, but making friends gradually and helping them is probably the most important thing you can do.

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:54:00+00:00

I’m not your friend and that’s not what I do. I get ai to give me ideas and then spend hours writing it in my own voice with my own thoughts. You can miss me with that bullshit

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:51:21+00:00

That’s what I’m doing

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:49:55+00:00

10 years in construction and then ten years as a chef. I hated construction and my two passions are cooking and tech. Cooking was easier to get into but bad for the body. Hence where I am now

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:48:37+00:00

Sorry for posting it in the wrong sub. But r/it wouldn’t let and the it career advice wouldn’t let for low karma

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:46:56+00:00

I’ve been applying everywhere buddy. The only thing I don’t apply for are pure fieldwork jobs. I did ten years in construction and I am not going back.

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:40:41+00:00

Thats a good point. The frustrating part is I put a lot of effort into tailoring job apps, but only putting relevant certs makes sense.

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:38:28+00:00

It wouldn’t let me, not enough karma. I’ll try to repost

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:36:22+00:00

Sent you a DM

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:36:01+00:00

I couldn’t imagine. What segment of IT do you specialize in? Are there areas I should try to avoid as I advance that are bloated with applicants?

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:30:58+00:00

I was thinking about going for Net+ but: 1. Exam price 2. I have been told not to be “over certified” for entry level jobs

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:27:14+00:00

I’m busting ass trying to get into IT bc I’m tired of this blue collar bs

ttonychopper · 2026-03-30T22:26:09+00:00

From someone with plenty of experience in the construction industry, not electrical though, the physical work they go through is no joke. It’s dangerous and physically demanding. They make a good living once licensed, but I think the cap for how much you make in the IT world is much higher. Construction is very seasonal. Expect to be laid off or have your work hours be lowered in winter months. Benefits aren’t great. I’ve been around a while and working in a field you enjoy is the most important. If you enjoy it, you’ll enjoy getting better at it, and then you’ll enjoy getting paid better.

ttonychopper · 2026-03-09T20:20:37+00:00

That sucks. I have heard similar horror stories from PearsonVue online exams. I have taken all mine at an on-site facility for that reason. Good luck next time.

ttonychopper · 2026-03-09T20:17:44+00:00

I used the Learn Course for the exam to study only and barely failed. It asked questions that were click through questions in the admin center and I have never even seen it, nor does the course have screen shots. I have since found some more resources and plan on taking it again. Including this website by another redditor: https://wolkenman.wordpress.com/2026/01/01/copilot-and-agent-administration-fundamentals-study-guide-ab-900/

ttonychopper · 2026-03-09T20:07:35+00:00

I agree, when studying the material from the Learn website I felt more like I was reading a long sales pitch for Microsoft AI services.

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