Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to Microsoft Azure, a cloud computing platform that offers a wide range of services and tools for building, deploying, and managing applications and services.Key Learning Points
- Learn the basics of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure
- Explore Azure services and tools for building and deploying applications and services
- Gain practical experience through hands-on labs and projects
Related Topics for further study
- Cloud Computing
- Microsoft Azure
- Application Development
- Infrastructure as a Service
- Platform as a Service
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the basics of cloud computing and Microsoft Azure
- Learn how to use Azure services and tools for building and deploying applications and services
- Gain practical experience through hands-on labs and projects
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of computer programming
- Familiarity with the concept of cloud computing
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online self-paced
- Video lectures
- Hands-on labs
Similar Courses
- AWS Fundamentals
- Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Mark Russinovich
- Scott Guthrie
Related Books
Description
This course in an introduction to Microsoft Azure services. Students will gain familiarity with core Azure topics and practice implementation of infrastructure components.
Knowledge
- Navigating the Azure Portal and Creating Custom Dahboards
- Deploying Virtual Machines
- Cloud Security, including Network Security Groups, Firewall and Resource Policies
- Azure Cloud Resource Groups and Storage Options
Outline
- Navigating Azure Tools and Services
- Introduction
- Azure Portal
- Custom Portal Dashboard
- Activity: Create a Microsoft Subscription
- Activity: Create Azure Portal Dashboard
- More about Dashboards
- Module 1 Review
- Deploying Virtual Machines (VMs)
- Create a Virtual Machine
- Key Considerations for Virtual Machines
- Activity: Create a Virtual Machine
- Module 2 Review
- Azure Network Security
- Network Security Groups
- Activity: Tutorial - Filter Network Traffic with a Network Security Group
- Security Responsibilities
- Azure Network Security Groups
- Activity: Create Application Security Group
- Module 3 Review
- Deploying an Azure Network
- Deploying an Azure Network
- Using PowerShell
- Azure Networking Tutorial
- Network Addressing in VNets
- Activity: Install PowerShell and Create VM
- Module 4 Review
- Firewall Configurations and Resource Groups
- Azure Firewall Ports
- Azure Resource Groups
- Activity: Deploy Azure Firewall with PowerShell
- Managing Resources with Resource Groups
- Activity: Manage Resource Groups
- Module 5 Review
- Storage
- Azure Storage
- Storage Consideration for Cloud Solutions
- Azure Storage Options
- Activity: Configure Shared Storage
- Azure Networks in Practice
- Example of Windows VM Infrastructure
- Azure Storage
- Final Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the basics of Microsoft Azure cloud computing platform with this introductory course from Coursera. This course has received positive reviews from users, with many praising its comprehensiveness and practicality.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course is praised for its practical approach, allowing users to apply their learnings immediately.Pros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive coverage of Azure services
- Well-structured and easy to follow course material
- Hands-on labs and assignments for practical learning
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
- Good pacing and balance between theory and practice
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content too basic
- Technical issues with the Coursera platform
- Limited interaction with other students
- No certification or accreditation offered
- Not suitable for advanced users
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