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Azure Architecture Explained

By : David Rendón, Brett Hargreaves
Book Image

Azure Architecture Explained

By: David Rendón, Brett Hargreaves

Overview of this book

Azure is a sophisticated technology that requires a detailed understanding to reap its full potential and employ its advanced features. This book provides you with a clear path to designing optimal cloud-based solutions in Azure, by delving into the platform's intricacies. You’ll begin by understanding the effective and efficient security management and operation techniques in Azure to implement the appropriate configurations in Microsoft Entra ID. Next, you’ll explore how to modernize your applications for the cloud, examining the different computation and storage options, as well as using Azure data solutions to help migrate and monitor workloads. You’ll also find out how to build your solutions, including containers, networking components, security principles, governance, and advanced observability. With practical examples and step-by-step instructions, you’ll be empowered to work on infrastructure-as-code to effectively deploy and manage resources in your environment. By the end of this book, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate the world of cloud computing confidently.
Table of Contents (20 chapters)
1
Part 1 – Effective and Efficient Security Management and Operations in Azure
5
Part 2 – Architecting Compute and Network Solutions
12
Part 3 – Making the Most of Infrastructure-as-Code for Azure

Preface

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the community requires comprehensive guidance to fully explore the advanced features and use cases of Azure. This book provides you with a clear path to designing optimal cloud-based solutions in Azure. By delving into the platform’s intricacies, you will acquire the knowledge and skills to overcome obstacles and leverage Azure effectively.

The book establishes a strong foundation, covering vital topics such as compute, security, governance, and infrastructure-as-code. Through practical examples and step-by-step instructions, the book empowers you to build custom solutions in Azure, ensuring a hands-on and immersive learning experience.

By the time you reach the final pages of this book, you will have acquired the knowledge and expertise needed to navigate the world of cloud computing with confidence. Operating a cloud computing environment has become indispensable for businesses of all sizes, and Azure is at the forefront of this revolution. Discover strategies, best practices, and the art of leveraging the Microsoft cloud platform for innovation and organizational success. This book equips you with the tools to harness the full potential of Azure and stay ahead in today’s competitive digital landscape.