Getting Started with Azure

Course Summary

This course offers a practical introduction to cloud computing using the Microsoft Azure platform. Participants will gain foundational knowledge of Azure’s infrastructure, services, and management tools. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on labs, participants will learn how to navigate the Azure Console, deploy resources, and monitor services effectively.

Prerequisities:

To get the most out of the session, participants should have:

  • Understanding of basic technology concepts (e.g., files, servers, applications)
  • Interest in learning how cloud platforms are used in real-world environments
Purpose
Gain a foundational knowledge of cloud computing and the Microsoft Azure platform
Audience
This session is designed for all audiences, regardless of technical background. No prior experience with cloud platforms or Azure is required.
Role
Software Developer | System Administrator | Technical Product Manager | Product Manager
Skill level
Introdcution
Style
Lecture | Hands-on activities | Labs
Duration
2 days
Related technologies
Cloud computing

 

Course objectives
  • Describe essential Azure services and cloud deployment models
  • Provision and manage compute, storage, and networking resources in the Azure Portal
  • Apply role-based access and monitoring to secure and track resources
  • Plan and estimate Azure costs for basics workloads and architectures

What you'll learn:

In this Getting Started with Azure course, you'll learn:

Cloud Fundamentals

  • What is Cloud Computing?
  • IaaS vs PaaS vs SaaS
  • Regions, Availability Zones, Edge Locations
  • Shared Responsibility Model

Azure Platform and Interface

  • Azure Portal Walkthrough
  • Azure Resource Manager (ARM)
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Identify (Azure AD)
  • Resource Groups and Tagging

Compute and Storage Services

  • Creating and managing Azure Virtual Machines
  • App Services and App Service Plans
  • Azure Blob Storage basics
  • Hosting web apps in Azure

Modern Azure Services

  • Introduction to Azure Functions
  • API Management

Networking and Database Integration

  • Virtual Networks, Subnets, and NSGs (Network Security Groups)
  • Introduction to Azure SQL Database
  • Connecting services with secure network configurations

Monitoring, Pricing, and Planning

  • Azure Pricing Calculator and Cost Management Tools
  • Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
  • Resource Planning for Small Deployments
  • Overview of SLAs and Availability Planning

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