Azure is Microsoft’s cloud computing platform and services, offering a wide range of infrastructure, platform, and software services. It provides solutions for hosting, managing, and deploying applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centers globally. Azure includes services for virtual machines, databases, AI, machine learning, IoT, and more, making it a comprehensive cloud platform for businesses and developers.
Course Title: Azure Application Developer
Course Duration: 10-12 weeks (adjustable)
Prerequisites:
- Basic knowledge of programming (e.g., C#, JavaScript)
- Familiarity with web development concepts (HTML, CSS)
- Understanding of Azure fundamentals (Azure Fundamentals certification recommended)
Module 1: Introduction to Azure for Web Development
- Overview of Azure services relevant to web development
- Setting up an Azure account and subscription
- Azure Portal and Azure CLI basics
- Azure DevOps overview
Module 2: Building a Web Application with Azure App Service
- Introduction to Azure App Service
- Creating a simple web application
- Deploying a web application to Azure App Service
- Custom domains and SSL certificates
Module 3: Database Management with Azure SQL Database
- Introduction to Azure SQL Database
- Designing a database schema
- Connecting and querying Azure SQL Database
- Implementing data security and backups
Module 4: Azure Functions for Webpage Posting
- Understanding serverless computing
- Creating and deploying Azure Functions
- Integrating Azure Functions with web applications
- Automating webpage posting using Azure Functions
Module 5: Authentication and Authorization
- Implementing user authentication with Azure AD B2C
- Securing API endpoints with Azure AD
- Role-based access control (RBAC) in Azure
- Implementing OAuth and OpenID Connect
Module 6: Scaling and Performance Optimization
- Load balancing and auto-scaling strategies
- Azure Content Delivery Network (CDN)
- Performance tuning and monitoring tools
- Application Insights for tracking application performance
Module 7: CI/CD for Azure Web Applications
- Introduction to continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD)
- Azure DevOps pipelines for web application deployment
- Automated testing and deployment strategies
- Rollback and version control
Module 8: Front-end Development and UX
- Creating responsive web designs
- Using front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
- Optimizing user experience (UX) for webpages
- Integrating front-end with back-end services
Module 9: Error Handling and Troubleshooting
- Identifying common web application errors
- Implementing error handling and logging
- Azure Application Insights for error tracking
- Debugging techniques for Azure web applications
Module 10: Security Best Practices
- Security principles for web applications
- Azure Security Center and Azure Key Vault
- Data encryption and threat detection
- Best practices for securing Azure resources
Module 11: Final Project
- Students work on a final project to apply their knowledge and skills
- Building a complete webpage posting application using Azure services
- Deploying the project to Azure and presenting it to the class
Module 12: Exam and Certification
- Preparation for Azure Developer certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate)
- Review of key concepts and skills
- Exam simulation and practice questions
