Microsoft AZ-400 Exam - Topic 4 Question 116 Discussion

Actual exam question for Microsoft's AZ-400 exam

Question #: 116
Topic #: 4

SIMULATION

Task 6

Initialize the default main branch, if it does not exist already.

For Project 1, you need to implement branch merging restrictions to enable squash merge for all changes merged into the main branch.

ASee thesolution below in explanation

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Suggested Answer: A

Step 1: Initialize the Default Main Branch

Navigate to Azure DevOps:

Go to Azure DevOps and sign in with your credentials.

Select Your Project:

ChooseProject1from your list of projects.

Initialize the Main Branch:

Go toRepos>Files.

If the main branch does not exist, you will see an option to initialize it.Click onInitializeand follow the prompts to create the main branch1.

Step 2: Enable Squash Merge for the Main Branch

Navigate to Branch Policies:

Go toRepos>Branches.

Find themainbranch and click on the...(ellipsis) next to it.

SelectBranch policies.

Enable Squash Merge:

UnderPolicies, scroll down to theMerge strategysection.

SelectSquash mergeas the required merge strategy2.

Save Changes:

Click onSave changesto apply the policies.

Step 3: Verify the Squash Merge Policy

Create a Pull Request:

Make a change in a branch and create a pull request to merge it into the main branch.

Complete the Pull Request:

Ensure that the pull request uses the squash merge strategy by selectingSquash commitunder theMerge typein the Complete pull request dialog

by Glendora at Feb 09, 2025, 12:45 AM

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Devorah

3 months ago

I thought we could use other merge strategies too?

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Donte

3 months ago

Totally agree, squash merging simplifies things!

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Valentin

3 months ago

Wait, are we really restricting merges to just squash?

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Lawanda

4 months ago

Squash merging is a great way to keep history clean.

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Joesph

4 months ago

Main branch should be initialized first!

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Huey

4 months ago

I’m a bit confused about how to set the restrictions for squash merges. I hope I can figure it out during the exam.

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Mindy

4 months ago

I feel like there was a similar question about branch management in our last mock exam. I should review that.

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Shawnta

4 months ago

We practiced merging restrictions in class, but I can't recall the exact steps for enabling squash merges.

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Bambi

5 months ago

I think I remember initializing the main branch using a specific command, but I'm not entirely sure what it is.

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Glenn

5 months ago

This seems straightforward. I'll just follow the steps in the question and make sure the main branch is initialized and the merge restrictions are in place.

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Aileen

5 months ago

No problem, I've done something similar before. I'll start by checking if the main branch exists, then set up the branch protection rules.

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Ellen

5 months ago

I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'll need to reference the Git documentation to make sure I implement the squash merge correctly.

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Tamar

5 months ago

Okay, I think I know how to do this. I'll need to check the default branch settings and then configure the branch protection rules.

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Rima

5 months ago

Hmm, this looks like a Git-related question. I'll need to review my notes on branch management and merge strategies.

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Mendy

12 months ago

A all the way! Squash merge is the secret sauce for a well-maintained main branch. Plus, it's just fun to say 'squash merge'.

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Marnie

12 months ago

Option A is the one! Squash merge is the industry standard for keeping the main branch nice and tidy.

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Shanda

11 months ago

Absolutely, it ensures that only clean, concise commits are merged into the main branch.

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Jannette

11 months ago

It's a good practice to enforce branch merging restrictions for squash merge.

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Alonzo

11 months ago

I agree, it helps to keep the commit history clean and organized.

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Linn

11 months ago

Yes, squash merge is definitely the way to go for keeping the main branch clean.

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Gene

12 months ago

A is the way to go. Squash merge is the answer, unless you want your main branch to look like a tangled mess of commits.

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Jamie

12 months ago

Definitely option A. Squash merge is the way to go, makes the commit history look so much cleaner.

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Ettie

11 months ago

Yes, it helps keep the commit history more organized.

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Domitila

11 months ago

I agree, squash merge is definitely cleaner.

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Aleta

1 year ago

Exactly, it can prevent unnecessary conflicts and make the codebase more maintainable.

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Gladys

1 year ago

A for sure. Squash merge is the best practice these days, especially for projects that need a well-organized main branch.

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Mertie

12 months ago

I agree, squash merge helps keep the main branch clean and organized.

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Kayleigh

12 months ago

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Hershel

1 year ago

I agree, squash merge can help keep the main branch clean and organized.

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Kyoko

1 year ago

I'm pretty sure the correct answer is A. Squash merge is the way to go for keeping the main branch clean and tidy.

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Cecil

1 year ago

I agree, squash merge is definitely the way to go for keeping the main branch clean.

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Amalia

1 year ago

A) See the solution below in explanation

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Aleta

1 year ago

I think implementing branch merging restrictions is important for Project 1.

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