Master the art of developing scalable, efficient, and secure solutions on Microsoft Azure with this comprehensive course tailored for aspiring Azure developers. You'll gain hands-on experience in deploying virtual machines, managing containerized applications, and implementing cloud-native technologies.
Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure (AZ-204)
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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Recommended experience
What you'll learn
Configure development environments with Azure CLI, Visual Studio, and Git for efficient cloud solution building.
Develop and deploy scalable web apps, Azure Functions, and durable services with practical exercises.
Secure applications using Azure Key Vault, manage identities with Azure AD, and implement authentication mechanisms.
Implement event- and message-driven architectures using Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, and Queue Storage.
Skills you'll gain
- Application Development
- Microsoft Azure
- Cloud Computing
- Cloud Storage
- Cloud Solutions
- Serverless Computing
- Identity and Access Management
- Cloud Security
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Cloud API
- Cloud Platforms
- Software Development
- Cloud Services
- Application Performance Management
- Cloud Development
- Authentications
- Cloud Applications
- Cloud-Based Integration
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- NoSQL
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There are 13 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce you to the Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure (AZ-204) course. You will gain insights into the certification's requirements and learn how to set up your development environment, including tools like Git, Azure CLI, and IDEs like Visual Studio Code and Visual Studio Community Edition.
What's included
4 videos1 reading
In this module, we will delve into the foundational setup for Azure solutions. You will learn to provision virtual machines, deploy ARM templates, and work with containerization technologies like Azure Container Registry and Azure Container Instances, enabling efficient and scalable solution deployment.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore the creation and management of Azure App Service Web Apps. From initial setup to advanced configurations like diagnostics logging and autoscaling, you will gain practical experience in deploying and optimizing modern web applications in Azure.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on Azure Functions, a serverless compute service. You will learn to build scalable solutions using triggers and bindings, along with durable workflows for complex orchestrations, empowering you to create event-driven applications.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will examine Azure Cosmos DB, a globally distributed, multi-model database. You will learn to implement robust partitioning, optimize consistency levels, and utilize change feeds to develop high-performance and scalable applications.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore Blob Storage, Azure's scalable object storage solution. You will gain hands-on experience in managing storage operations, configuring metadata, and implementing effective archiving and retention policies for enterprise needs.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will guide you through implementing secure authentication and authorization strategies. Using tools like Azure AD and Microsoft Identity Platform, you will learn to build secure, compliant applications with robust user access controls.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will emphasize securing your cloud solutions. By leveraging Azure Key Vault, Managed Identities, and App Configuration, you will learn to safeguard sensitive information and integrate security best practices into your applications.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on integrating caching mechanisms using Azure Cache for Redis. Learn to optimize your applications' performance by implementing caching strategies and setting appropriate expiration policies.
What's included
1 video1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on monitoring and troubleshooting Azure solutions. You will learn to use Application Insights to gather actionable metrics and logs, as well as implement web tests and alerts to ensure smooth application performance.
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3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore API Management in Azure. You will learn to create and manage APIs, enforce policies, and implement authentication to ensure secure and efficient API consumption.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will dive into event-driven architecture with Azure. You will gain practical experience in leveraging Azure Event Grid and Event Hub to create responsive and scalable event-processing solutions.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover message-based architecture using Azure messaging services. You will learn to use Azure Service Bus and Queue Storage for asynchronous communication, ensuring reliability and scalability in distributed systems.
What's included
2 videos2 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.
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