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This course is part of Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) Specialization
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Intermediate level
Ideal for IT professionals with basic cloud computing knowledge & some Azure experience. Designed for cloud administrators and security specialists.
Recommended experience
Intermediate level
Ideal for IT professionals with basic cloud computing knowledge & some Azure experience. Designed for cloud administrators and security specialists.
Configure Azure storage solutions, including redundancy and blob lifecycle management.
Automate resource deployment using ARM templates and VM extensions.
Manage virtual machines and scale Kubernetes services efficiently.
Implement secure, scalable Azure App Services with custom domain configurations.
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Unlock the full potential of Microsoft Azure with this comprehensive course on storage, compute, containers, and automation. You’ll learn to manage complex cloud environments while building expertise in configuring and deploying Azure services. This course equips you with practical skills to streamline operations, optimize resources, and enhance scalability in your cloud infrastructure.
The course begins with mastering Azure Storage, including data import/export, redundancy, and object replication. You'll progress to configuring Azure Files and Blob Storage, covering everything from file shares to lifecycle management. Practical demonstrations ensure you can integrate these tools seamlessly into real-world IT workflows. Dive deeper into automation using Azure Resource Manager templates and VM extensions. You’ll also explore virtual machine configurations, disk encryption, and resource management, building a robust foundation in virtualized compute environments. Further modules introduce container management, from scaling Kubernetes services to creating container apps, and finally, Azure App Service for custom domains, backups, and secure deployment. This course is designed for IT professionals, cloud administrators, and security specialists aiming to enhance their Azure expertise. A basic understanding of cloud computing and familiarity with Azure fundamentals is recommended. With hands-on exercises and expert guidance, this intermediate-level course will elevate your Azure management skills.
In this module, we will explore the core functionalities of managing data within Azure storage accounts. You'll learn to create import/export jobs, use Azure Storage Explorer, and transfer data with AzCopy. We will also cover implementing redundancy and configuring object replication to maintain high availability and data consistency.
5 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this module, we will dive into the configuration of Azure Files and Blob Storage. You’ll gain hands-on experience in creating file shares, setting up blob storage, optimizing storage tiers, and automating data lifecycle management to streamline storage operations.
4 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on automating Azure deployments using templates. Learn to design and implement ARM templates and deploy VM extensions, enabling rapid, consistent, and efficient resource provisioning in your Azure environment.
2 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will guide you through creating and configuring virtual machines in Azure. You'll learn to manage images, encrypt disks, adjust network settings, and deploy scalable VM solutions, equipping you to handle diverse workload demands effectively.
8 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover container orchestration and management in Azure. You'll explore deploying container instances, configuring AKS storage and scaling, and upgrading clusters. Additionally, learn to create and manage container apps to enhance application agility.
6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will delve into the Azure App Service platform. Gain insights into creating App Service plans, securing applications, and managing domain names. We'll also cover backup configurations and deployment settings to ensure smooth application lifecycle management.
5 videos1 reading2 assignments
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