Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course is designed to help you master Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Bicep. You will learn to deploy and manage Azure resources effectively and efficiently, embracing automation and cloud-native practices. By the end of the course, you'll have hands-on experience with deploying resources using different tools, including the Azure portal, Azure CLI, ARM templates, and Azure Bicep, giving you the skills to streamline infrastructure deployment and enhance productivity. Throughout the course, you'll begin by understanding the different deployment methods available within Azure. You'll then dive deeper into Azure Bicep, starting with basics and progressing to advanced scenarios such as deploying containerized applications, implementing Landing Zones, and integrating with DevOps. The course offers live demos and practical insights into deploying Azure resources using Bicep, ensuring you get an interactive learning experience. You will also explore how to implement Azure Container Apps using Bicep and automate deployments with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions. This knowledge is crucial for anyone looking to work efficiently with cloud-native technologies and DevOps processes. This course is suitable for cloud professionals, DevOps engineers, and IT architects interested in enhancing their skills with Azure Infrastructure as Code. The course is designed for learners with a basic understanding of cloud concepts and is suitable for intermediate learners seeking to build on their Azure expertise. By the end of the course, you will be able to deploy resources using multiple Azure tools, implement infrastructure as code with Bicep, automate deployment pipelines, and effectively manage Azure resources using best practices.

Syllabus

Deploying Resources into Azure

In this module, we will explore the different deployment methods for Azure resources, from manual processes to automated solutions. You'll learn how to use the Azure portal, Azure CLI, and ARM templates, and discover how Bicep simplifies deployments through an easier syntax. This section is designed to give you a strong foundation in deploying resources in the Azure environment.

Deploying Azure Container Apps using Bicep

In this module, we will dive into deploying Azure Container Apps using Bicep. You will learn the key concepts behind Bicep’s approach to container deployments and experience a hands-on demo of how to use Bicep to deploy your first containerized app. This section is perfect for those looking to modernize their container-based infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code.

Convert ARM templates into Bicep

In this module, we will guide you through the steps of converting existing ARM templates into Bicep code. This section will highlight the advantages of Bicep in terms of simplicity and clarity, while also demonstrating how to use tools to decompile and improve your infrastructure-as-code practices. You'll leave with the skills to seamlessly transition from ARM templates to Bicep.

Landing Zone implementation for Container Apps

In this module, we will focus on implementing a Landing Zone for Azure Container Apps, an essential concept for organizing and managing cloud deployments at scale. You will learn the best practices for structuring your infrastructure and how to deploy this using Bicep to create efficient, scalable environments for containerized applications.

DevOps for Azure Bicep with Azure DevOps

In this module, we will show you how to incorporate Bicep deployments into your Azure DevOps pipelines, making your deployments faster and more reliable. You will see how to set up automated, multistage deployments for different environments and improve your development workflows using Azure DevOps and Bicep.

DevOps for Azure Bicep with Github Actions

In this module, we will introduce you to automating Bicep deployments with GitHub Actions. You will learn how to configure both simple and multi-job workflows to deploy your infrastructure as code with Bicep, leveraging GitHub’s powerful CI/CD tools for streamlined automation and integration.