40501-G: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Cloud-native applications Course Overview

To ensure that participants can fully benefit from the 40501-G: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Cloud-native applications course, they should have the following minimum prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts, particularly within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies, especially Docker, including concepts like container creation and deployment.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes basics, such as pods, services, deployments, and the general architecture of Kubernetes.
• Experience with software development and the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and principles, including continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) pipelines.
• Some exposure to Azure services, such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Container Registry (ACR), and other related services.
• Ability to use command-line interfaces (CLI) and basic shell scripting.
• A foundational understanding of networking concepts, such as load balancing and network security groups.

Please note that while these are the minimum prerequisites, having hands-on experience in these areas will significantly enhance your learning experience during the course.

Target Audience for 40501-G: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Cloud-native applications

1. The 40501-G: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Cloud-native applications course equips participants with practical DevOps and containerization skills for Azure environments.

   
   

2. Target Audience:

   
   
   • Software Developers and Engineers
   • DevOps Engineers
   • Cloud Solutions Architects
   • IT Professionals with a focus on Microsoft Azure
   • Application Developers looking to containerize applications
   • Technical Team Leads managing cloud-native projects
   • Systems Administrators interested in modern deployment strategies
   • Infrastructure Architects transitioning to cloud-native solutions
   • Technical Project Managers overseeing Azure-based initiatives
   • IT Students and Professionals seeking hands-on cloud experience
   • Technology Consultants specializing in cloud computing and DevOps practices

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this 40501-G: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Cloud-native applications?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes:

In the 40501-G: Microsoft Cloud Workshop: Cloud-native applications course, participants will gain practical skills in designing and implementing cloud-native applications using containers and DevOps practices on Azure.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the Customer Case Study:

  • Analyze real-world business requirements and scenarios.
  • Identify challenges and opportunities for cloud-native solutions.

• Design a Proof of Concept Solution:

  • Develop a strategy for containerizing applications.
  • Propose a solution architecture that leverages Azure services for cloud-native applications.

• Present the Solution:

  • Articulate the benefits and technical aspects of the proposed cloud-native solution.
  • Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex technical solutions effectively to stakeholders.

• Create and Run a Docker Application:

  • Gain hands-on experience with Docker by creating and running a containerized application.

• Deploy to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS):

  • Learn to deploy and manage containerized applications using AKS.
  • Understand the integration of AKS with Azure DevOps.

• Scale the Application and Test High Availability (HA):

  • Implement scaling policies and procedures to ensure application performance.
  • Validate the high availability of the cloud-native application.

• Setup Load Balancing and Service Discovery:

  • Configure load balancing to distribute traffic efficiently.
  • Enable service discovery mechanisms for microservices communication.

• Implement Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD):

  • Integrate CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment process.
  • Use best practices for version control, testing, and deployment.

• Utilize Azure DevOps Features:

  • Explore Azure DevOps services for better collaboration in software development.
  • Leverage tools like Azure Repos, Azure Pipelines, and Azure Boards.

• Apply Cloud-Native Application Security Practices:

  • Understand security considerations specific to cloud-native applications.
  • Implement security best practices within the containerization and deployment process.