Uncover the fundamental elements for developing and maintaining cloud-based solutions on Azure
Key Features
Written by Microsoft technical trainers, to help you explore exam topics in a structured way
Understand the "why", and not just "how" behind design and solution decisions
Learn Azure development principles with online exam preparation materials
Purchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resources including mock exams, flashcards, exam tips, and the eBook pdf
Book DescriptionGet ready to delve into Microsoft Azure and build efficient cloud-based solutions with this updated second edition. Authored by seasoned Microsoft trainers, Paul Ivey and Alex Ivanov, this book offers a structured approach to mastering the AZ-204 exam topics while focusing on the intricacies of Azure development.
You'll familiarize yourself with cloud fundamentals, understanding the core concepts of Azure and various cloud models. Next, you'll gain insights into Azure App Service web apps, containers and container-related services in Azure, Azure Functions, and solutions using Cosmos DB and Azure Blob Storage. Later, you'll learn how to secure your cloud solutions effectively as well as how to implement message- and event-based solutions and caching. You'll also explore how to monitor and troubleshoot your solutions effectively. To build on your skills, you'll get hands-on with monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing Azure applications, ensuring peak performance and reliability. Moving ahead, you'll be able to connect seamlessly to third-party services, harnessing the power of API management, event-based solutions, and message-based solutions.
By the end of this MS Azure book, you'll not only be well-prepared to pass the AZ-204 exam but also be equipped with practical skills to excel in Azure development projects.What you will learn
Identify cloud models and services in Azure
Develop secure Azure web apps and host containerized solutions in Azure
Implement serverless solutions with Azure Functions
Utilize Cosmos DB for scalable data storage
Optimize Azure Blob storage for efficiency
Securely store secrets and configuration settings centrally
Ensure web application security with Microsoft Entra ID authentication
Monitor and troubleshoot Azure solutions
Who this book is forWhether you're looking to validate your existing skills or enhance your Azure knowledge, this comprehensive guide offers a structured approach to mastering key concepts and passing the AZ-204 certification exam. It will be beneficial to have at least one year of Azure development experience and proficiency in at least one Azure-supported programming language to get the most out of this book. Additionally, familiarity with Azure CLI and PowerShell will also be helpful.
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Höhe: 235 mm
Breite: 191 mm
Dicke: 24 mm
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978-1-83508-529-5 (9781835085295)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Paul Ivey, is an experienced engineer, architect, and trainer, specializing in Microsoft technologies, both on-premises and in the Azure cloud.
In his five years at Microsoft, Paul has been a secure infrastructure engineer and app innovation engineer and has helped hundreds of enterprise customers adopt DevOps practices and develop solutions for Azure. Paul is now a Microsoft Technical Trainer, providing training for Microsoft customers to help them with preparing to pass Azure exams, including the AZ-204 exam.
Originally from Devon in the UK, Paul currently lives in Cheltenham in the beautiful Cotswolds area of England. In his spare time, Paul is a keen PC gamer and enjoys traveling abroad to experience foreign sights, cultures, and food (mostly food). Alex Ivanov is an experienced cloud engineer with a primary focus on supporting companies in their journeys to adopt Azure services. Alex has worked for Microsoft for eight years as a cloud support engineer and four years as an Azure Technical Trainer.
Alex is an expert in software engineering and digital transformation who has helped many customers to migrate their solutions to Azure. His experience has helped him gain multiple certifications in software development, AI, and data platforms. As a professional trainer, Alex has already educated thousands of clients and helped them to prepare for and pass the Azure certification exams.
In his free time, while not being jumped on by his three kids, he enjoys camping, boating, running, and building RC models.
Table of Contents
Azure and Cloud Fundamentals
Implementing Azure App Service Web Apps
Implementing Containerized Solutions
Implementing Azure Functions
Developing Solutions That Use Cosmos DB Storage
Developing Solutions That Use Azure Blob Storage
Implementing User Authentication and Authorization
Implementing Secure Azure Solutions
Integrating Caching and Content Delivery within Solutions
Monitoring and Troubleshooting Solutions by Using Application Insights
Implementing API Management
Developing Event-Based Solutions
Developing Message-Based Solutions
