At the fundamental awareness level, individuals are expected to have a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and familiarity with Microsoft Azure services. They should be able to navigate the Azure portal, create and manage subscriptions, and understand Azure pricing and support plans.

Novices should be capable of creating and configuring Azure virtual machines, setting up storage accounts, implementing basic networking, deploying web apps, and understanding identity and access management. They can perform basic tasks but require guidance for more complex operations.

Intermediate users are proficient in configuring and managing virtual networks, implementing load balancing, setting up SQL databases, and handling backup and recovery solutions. They can monitor and optimize resources effectively and perform tasks with minimal supervision.

Advanced practitioners can design and implement governance solutions, utilize advanced security features, automate resource management with ARM templates, integrate on-premises networks, and implement Azure DevOps for continuous integration and delivery. They work independently and handle complex scenarios.

Experts are capable of architecting complex Azure solutions, implementing advanced networking configurations, optimizing cost management, and leading data solutions. They are also skilled in managing large-scale migration projects and providing strategic guidance on Azure implementations.