Azure

Learning Azure

Discover the boundless possibilities of Azure with Midware.in, your premier destination for mastering cloud computing. Dive into comprehensive courses meticulously crafted to demystify Azure’s robust ecosystem, whether you’re a novice or an experienced professional. From Azure fundamentals to advanced topics like machine learning and IoT integration, our curated curriculum empowers learners to navigate Azure’s intricacies with confidence. With hands-on labs, expert instructors, and interactive learning resources, Midware.in ensures a dynamic and immersive learning experience, equipping you with the skills needed to thrive in the cloud-first world. Embark on your Azure journey today with Midware.in and unlock the full potential of Microsoft’s premier cloud platform.

Week 1: Introduction to Azure

  • Overview of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure, including setting up an Azure account.
  • Navigating the Azure Portal and understanding subscriptions, resource groups, and regions.
  • Introduction to key Azure services: Compute, Storage, Networking.
  • Exploring and deploying services from the Azure Marketplace.
  • Hands-on lab: Create and manage a Virtual Machine (VM).

Week 2: Azure Compute Services

  • VM creation, management, and scaling, including configuring and securing VMs.
  • Overview of App Services, deploying and managing web apps.
  • Introduction to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and basic Kubernetes concepts.
  • Serverless computing with Azure Functions, creating and managing functions.
  • Hands-on lab: Deploy a web app using Azure App Services.

Week 3: Azure Storage Solutions

  • Introduction to Azure Storage: Blob, File, Queue, Table.
  • Creating and managing Blob Storage, data lifecycle management.
  • Introduction to File Storage, configuring and using File Shares.
  • Implementing storage security, managing access keys and shared access signatures.
  • Hands-on lab: Implement a solution using Blob Storage.

Week 4: Azure Networking

  • Creating and configuring Virtual Networks (VNets), including subnets, IP addresses, and routing.
  • Introduction to Network Security Groups (NSGs), configuring inbound and outbound rules.
  • Setting up load balancing with Azure Load Balancer and Application Gateway.
  • Configuring Azure DNS and implementing Traffic Manager for global distribution.
  • Hands-on lab: Set up a Virtual Network with subnets and NSGs.

Week 5: Azure Identity and Security

  • Overview of Azure Active Directory (AD), managing users, groups, and roles.
  • Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), assigning roles, and managing permissions.
  • Introduction to Azure Security Center, security policies, and recommendations.
  • Managing secrets, keys, and certificates with Azure Key Vault, integrating Key Vault with applications.
  • Hands-on lab: Configure Azure AD and implement RBAC.

Week 6: Azure Data Services

  • Creating and managing Azure SQL Databases, configuring security and performance.
  • Introduction to Azure Cosmos DB, global distribution, and multi-model capabilities.
  • Introduction to Azure Data Lake Storage, managing and processing big data.
  • Overview of Azure Synapse Analytics, data integration, and big data analytics.
  • Hands-on lab: Deploy and configure an Azure SQL Database.

Week 7: Azure DevOps and Monitoring

  • Overview of Azure DevOps services, setting up Azure Repos and Boards.
  • Creating CI/CD pipelines with Azure Pipelines, managing pipeline configurations.
  • Monitoring resources with Azure Monitor, using Log Analytics for insights.
  • Monitoring application performance with Application Insights, analyzing telemetry data.
  • Hands-on lab: Set up a CI/CD pipeline using Azure DevOps.

Week 8: Advanced Topics and Review

  • Introduction to advanced networking: ExpressRoute and VPN Gateway, configuring advanced networking features.
  • Introduction to Azure Automation, creating and managing runbooks.
  • Implementing Azure Governance with policies and blueprints, managing cost and billing.
  • Reviewing real-world Azure implementations, best practices for architecture and security.
  • Hands-on lab and review: Recap of key concepts, addressing any remaining questions.

This 8-week syllabus provides a comprehensive, day-by-day guide to learning Azure, covering a wide range of essential topics and including practical hands-on labs to reinforce learning. Adjust the pace and depth based on your familiarity with the topics and available time.