Cloud Computing Essentials with Azure Management

Overview

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In this course, you’ll cover the fundamentals of cloud computing, exploring key concepts, Azure services, and management tools. You’ll engage in hands-on projects, applying your knowledge to optimize resources using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Azure Policy, and Azure Monitor. You’ll also gain practical insights into automated deployment, governance, and resource optimization within the Azure ecosystem. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to discuss the fundamentals and benefits of cloud computing, explain different cloud computing models and their real-world applications, and describe core Azure services, their features, and use cases. You’ll also explore advanced Azure capabilities, implement comprehensive monitoring solutions using Azure Monitor, and apply governance and resource optimization strategies to effectively manage cloud environments. This course also supports foundational knowledge aligned with Microsoft 365 Fundamentals concepts.

Syllabus

Introduction to Cloud Computing

You'll embark on a foundational exploration of cloud computing, unraveling its core concepts and benefits. The module begins with an in-depth look at what cloud computing entails, exploring its fundamental principles and how it has revolutionized the IT landscape. You'll examine the various models of cloud computing and gain insights into real-world applications that leverage the cloud.

Exploring Core Azure Services

This module deals with the fundamental components of Microsoft's cloud platform, providing insights into their features and applications. The module covers essential Azure services, explores advanced features, and emphasizes integration to demonstrate how various services can be combined for robust and scalable solutions.

Azure Management and Governance

This module explores tools like Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates for automated resource deployment, uses Azure Policy for enforcing standards, and Azure Monitor for proactive resource monitoring and optimization in the Azure ecosystem.

Final Project and Assessment: Cloud Computing Essentials with Azure Management

In this module, you'll deploy resources using ARM Templates: Utilize ARM templates to automate infrastructure deployment, implement best practices, and enforce organizational standards through Azure Policy. Proactively monitor and optimize resources using Azure Monitor, creating alerts, and notifications, and analyze usage for optimization. Finally, document implemented templates, policies, and monitor configurations, generating a comprehensive report on achieved optimization and adherence to organizational standards.