Getting Started with Azure Networking Services

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This course offers comprehensive training in Azure Networking, focusing on Virtual Networks, NSG, VPNs, and other essential services. Learn to deploy and secure network configurations using the Azure portal, CLI, and Terraform. Perfect for technical professionals seeking to expand their Azure skills. This course begins with an introduction to Azure Networking, offering learners a solid foundation in Virtual Networks and their management. It covers the Azure portal, CLI, and Terraform for creating and managing resources like VNETs and Network Security Groups. As the course progresses, more advanced topics such as deploying Bastion and VM, load balancing, and Azure Firewall are explored. You’ll gain hands-on experience setting up security measures, configuring route tables, and managing network traffic. The significance of this course lies in its real-world approach to managing complex networking infrastructures. As the course delves deeper into services like Load Balancer, Application Gateway, and Firewall, you’ll learn best practices for designing secure and scalable Azure networking solutions. Additionally, learners will gain expertise in using Azure’s latest tools, ensuring they stay ahead in the rapidly evolving cloud landscape. By the end of the course, you’ll confidently deploy, manage, and secure Azure networking services. The course also includes practical demos, ensuring you gain real-time experience. The target audience includes cloud administrators, network engineers, and IT professionals with basic Azure knowledge. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Azure fundamentals. Cloud administrators, network engineers, IT professionals, and developers seeking to build or enhance their Azure networking skills. Basic knowledge of Azure services and cloud concepts. This course offers a hands-on, practical approach to learning Azure Networking services. Real-world scenarios and demos guide learners through deploying and managing Azure resources. Step-by-step instructions ensure a clear understanding of concepts, followed by practical applications to reinforce learning. This course is based on Getting Started with Azure Networking Services, by Houssem Dellai. This course is licensed and distributed by Packt. All rights reserved. Packt is one of the world's most prolific publishers of cutting-edge technical content. For over two decades we've made it our mission to curate and publish the knowledge of only the very best technical experts. We focus on real-world courses that help our customers get the job done, with coverage that extends across a wide range of established and cutting-edge technical topics. If you're an individual or an organisation that embraces learning by doing, Packt is the perfect fit for you.

Syllabus

Course Intro
- This module provides an overview of the course structure, key objectives, and what you can expect to learn throughout your Azure networking journey. You'll gain clarity on the topics covered and how each section will build your foundational knowledge.
Azure Virtual Networks
- This module introduces the fundamentals of Azure Virtual Networks, including their role in cloud networking and key features for scalability and security. Learners will gain hands-on experience creating virtual networks using the Azure portal, CLI, and Terraform. By the end, you'll be able to configure and deploy Azure Virtual Networks using multiple methods.
Azure Network Security Group (NSG)
- This module introduces the core concepts of Azure Network Security Groups (NSGs), including their purpose, configuration, and role in securing virtual networks. Learners will gain hands-on experience deploying NSGs, managing security rules, and testing their impact on network traffic within Azure environments. Practical demonstrations will help solidify understanding of how NSGs control and isolate network access.
Deploying Jumpbox Environment: Bastion and VM
- This module guides learners through the secure deployment of Azure Bastion and Virtual Machines, emphasizing best practices for remote connectivity and network protection. Learners will also explore automation techniques using Terraform and validate secure intra-VM communication.
Azure Virtual Network Peering
- This module guides learners through the process of configuring Azure Virtual Network peering using both the Azure CLI and Terraform. You will gain hands-on experience establishing secure communication between virtual networks and review essential concepts for managing network connectivity in Azure environments.
Azure Bastion
- This module introduces Azure Bastion as a secure solution for remote access to virtual machines, covering its deployment, integration with various network models, and cost considerations. Learners will gain hands-on experience creating and connecting to VMs using Bastion, as well as understanding its role in both cloud and hybrid environments.
Azure Route Table
- This module introduces the fundamentals of Azure Route Tables, guiding learners through their creation, configuration, and use in directing network traffic within Azure environments. Learners will gain hands-on experience in routing traffic securely, including integration with Azure Firewall, and will review key concepts for managing network routes effectively.
Azure Firewall
- This module provides a comprehensive overview of Azure Firewall, including its key features, deployment, configuration, and security capabilities. Learners will explore policy rules, DNS proxy functionality, SKU comparisons, third-party firewall options, and pricing strategies to effectively secure and manage cloud networks.
Azure Load Balancer
- This module introduces the fundamentals of Azure Load Balancer, guiding learners through its setup, configuration, and management for both public and internal scenarios. You will explore how to prepare backend resources, configure rules, and ensure high availability by handling unhealthy virtual machine instances. By the end, you'll understand how to optimize network traffic distribution and maintain robust cloud infrastructure.
Azure Application Gateway
- This module guides learners through deploying, configuring, and securing Azure Application Gateway for scalable web applications. You will explore integration with services like VMSS and AKS, infrastructure-as-code deployment with Terraform, and best practices for cost management and security. By the end, you'll be able to choose and implement the right load balancing solution for various Azure environments.
Azure Front Door
- This module explores how to leverage Azure Front Door for secure, scalable, and global load balancing of web applications. Learners will gain hands-on experience configuring Front Door with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), App Services, and Private Link Service, as well as managing routing rules and health checks. By the end, you'll understand how to optimize application delivery and reliability using Azure Front Door's advanced features.
Private DNS Zone
- This module introduces the fundamentals of Private DNS Zones in Azure, guiding learners through their creation, configuration, and testing for secure DNS management. Learners will also explore integration with automation tools and best practices for DNS resolution within private networks.
Azure Private Endpoint
- This module explores secure connectivity options for Azure services, focusing on the use of private endpoints to enhance data security. Learners will compare public and private endpoint access, and gain hands-on experience deploying private endpoints using Terraform. Best practices for DNS configuration and secure access patterns are also reviewed.
Azure VNET Service Endpoint
- This module explores how Azure VNET Service Endpoints enhance secure connectivity to Azure services such as Storage Accounts and App Services. Learners will gain hands-on experience enabling service endpoints using both the Azure portal and Terraform, and will compare Service Endpoints with Private Endpoints to understand their distinct use cases and security implications.
Azure Private Link Service
- This module guides learners through the process of securely connecting and exposing services in Azure using Private Link Service. You will gain hands-on experience with creating and configuring virtual networks, endpoints, DNS zones, and automating deployments with Terraform. By the end, you'll be able to implement and test secure, private connectivity for Azure resources across regions.
Azure Public IP Address
- This module explores how Azure Public IP Addresses enable external connectivity for cloud resources. Learners will discover how to create, configure, and associate public IPs with virtual machines, both manually and using automation tools like Terraform. Best practices and key concepts for managing public IPs in Azure are also covered.
Azure Public IP Prefix
- This module introduces the concept of Azure Public IP Prefixes and demonstrates how to create and manage them using both the Azure portal and Azure CLI. Learners will gain practical skills in efficiently allocating and configuring public IP address ranges for cloud resources.
Azure NAT Gateway
- This module guides learners through the essentials of Azure NAT Gateway, including its configuration, deployment, and integration with other Azure networking services. You will gain hands-on experience creating and testing NAT Gateways, automating deployments with Terraform, and optimizing outbound connectivity for virtual machines.
Azure API Management
- This module guides learners through the essentials of Azure API Management, including setup, configuration, and integration with various services. You will explore publishing, securing, and monitoring APIs, as well as automating deployments and managing networking features for enterprise environments. Hands-on demos and best practices are provided to help you confidently manage APIs in Azure.
Azure VPN Gateway (Point to Site)
- This module guides learners through the process of establishing secure point-to-site connections to Azure using VPN Gateway. You will explore both manual and automated deployment methods, certificate generation, and secure access to Azure Virtual Network resources. By the end, you'll be able to configure, deploy, and manage VPN connectivity for hybrid cloud scenarios.
Azure VPN Gateway (Site to Site) with On-Premises Environment
- This module guides learners through the process of connecting on-premises networks to Azure using Site-to-Site VPN Gateway. You will explore configuration steps, security considerations, and compare hybrid connectivity options such as ExpressRoute. Practical demonstrations and knowledge checks reinforce key concepts and deployment procedures.
Azure DNS Private Resolver
- This module introduces the Azure DNS Private Resolver, focusing on its function in managing DNS queries within private and hybrid cloud environments. Learners will gain hands-on experience configuring DNS Private Resolvers for both Azure-to-Azure and on-premises-to-Azure scenarios, and review best practices for secure and efficient domain name resolution.
Azure AMPLS for Private Monitoring
- This module introduces Azure Monitoring Private Link Service (AMPLS) and demonstrates how to securely monitor resources within private networks. Learners will explore key features, use cases, and integration techniques for AMPLS with services like Log Analytics and Monitor Workspace. The module also covers best practices for implementing private monitoring and observability in Azure environments.
Azure Policy to Scale Centralized DNS Management
- This module explores how to efficiently manage DNS records at scale using Azure Policy, both through the Azure portal and with Terraform automation. Learners will gain practical skills in configuring, automating, and centralizing DNS management for improved governance and control.
Azure vWAN
- This module guides learners through the architecture, deployment, and management of Azure Virtual WAN, including hands-on demos using both the Azure portal and Terraform. Participants will explore advanced networking concepts such as vHUB scaling, routing intent, secure connectivity, firewall policies, and integration of shared services like Azure Bastion. By the end, learners will be equipped to design and implement robust, scalable, and secure global networks in Azure.
Opnsense Firewall
- This module guides learners through deploying and configuring the OpnSense open-source firewall in cloud environments, with a focus on Azure. You will explore secure network architectures, including hub-and-spoke topologies and VPN integration using WireGuard, and gain hands-on experience with firewall rule management and automation tools.