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Azure Cloud Solutions Architect Program

Become a cloud pro by designing, deploying, and managing robust Azure solutions. Get hands-on with automation, cost management, and security. No setup, no cleanup, no hassle.
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This hands-on course empowers you with the skills to design, deploy, and manage robust cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. Azure offers various services enabling organizations to scale up and accelerate their digital transformation. In this course, you’ll explore the core principles of cloud architecture and learn industry best practices. You’ll be introduced to cloud computing basics, followed by topics like SLAs, databases, app services, and VMs. Next, you’ll learn about various automation services like Azure WebJobs, Azure Service Bus, and Azure Queue Storage. Cost management and monitoring tools like Azure Log Analytics, Azure Dashboards, Application Insights, and Azure Monitor are also covered. The course discusses securing the data and VMs using tools and services like Microsoft Entra ID, IAM, and administrative units. After completing this course, you can complete Microsoft’s Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification and be ready for cloud and IT management and consulting roles.
This hands-on course empowers you with the skills to design, deploy, and manage robust cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. Azure...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Proficiency in analyzing Azure resource usage, estimating costs, and implementing cost optimization strategies
Working knowledge of Azure cloud services and tools to automate the deployment and management of Azure resources
Familiarity with performance optimization using Azure’s monitoring and logging tools
An understanding of Azure security features and best practices
Proficiency in analyzing Azure resource usage, estimating costs, and implementing cost optimization strategies

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TAKEAWAY SKILLS

Cloud Deployment

Database

Automated Deployment

Content

75 Lessons2 Projects40 Quizzes4 Assessments

1.

Introduction to the Cloud Architect Program

5 Lessons

Get familiar with cloud basics, models, stakeholders, and essential Azure skills for architects.
Course Introduction
What Is Cloud Computing?
IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS Comparison
Business Stakeholders
Quiz: Basics of Cloud

3.

Virtual Machine Types

2 Lessons

Work your way through setting up Azure VMs for SQL Server and Linux.
Setting Up a VM with SQL Database/Server
Setting Up a Linux VM

5.

Cost Refining

5 Lessons

Take a closer look at refining Azure costs using TCO and Pricing Calculators.
Introduction to Cost Refining
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Calculator
Azure Pricing Calculator
TCO Calculator and Service Pricing
Quiz: Cost Refining

9.

Conclusion

2 Lessons

Wrap up and retain essential cloud concepts, Azure applications, and cost management strategies.
Wrap Up
Glossary
Certificate of Completion
Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

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