Esquema Detallado del Curso
Module 1: Introduction to Azure The student will learn core knowledge of Microsoft Azure, including how the Global Foundation Services are used and at a high level view of the architecture behind the scenes. Additionally, students will learn the basics of subscription management and managing access to subscriptions. Lessons
- Introduction to Azure
- Accessing Azure
- Azure Availability
- Mapping Azure Terminology to Amazon Web Services
- Subscription Planning
- Pricing and Licensing Virtual Machines
After completing this module, you will be able to:
- Understand the core knowledge of Microsoft Azure
- Understand the basics of subscription management and how to manage access to subscriptions.
Module 2: Microsoft Azure for AWS Experts Overview In this module, you will get an overview of Azure services and features including deployment models, subscriptions, account types and how to navigate the Azure portals. Also covered are other aspects of the Azure infrastructure and how it compares to AWS. This module can be used as a quick reference later if there are any questions about Azure terms or services. This module should be considered optional based on the level of student interest and knowledge interest in the topics taking the course.
Lessons
- Microsoft Azure
- Availability
- Accessing Azure
- Quick References-Azure Services
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Identify key features and services of Microsoft Azure
- Identify key Availability features of Microsoft Azure and how they compare to AWS
- Identify tools to manage Microsoft Azure including account management
Module 3: AWS and Azure In this module, you will learn key benefits of Microsoft Azure and compares these features and services with AWS as appropriate and how each cloud solution provides these services. Side by side comparisons are done to enable the students to determine for themselves which services meets their needs better including costs.
Lessons
- AWS and Azure Comparison
- Pricing
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Compare key features and services of Microsoft Azure and AWS
- Identify key Availability features of Microsoft Azure and how they compare to AWS
- Identify tools to compare and managing costs of various Microsoft Azure services
Module 4: Linux in Azure In this module, you will learn about Linux and 3rd party OSS technology support in Microsoft Azure to include cost, management and deployment tools. Some key technology solutions from Microsoft Azure Partners are discussed to provide students with more information about the extensibility of Azure services. Additional references are given to the students to enable them to research on their own.
Lessons
- Linux and OSS Support
- Linux Distributions
- Automation
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Identify OSS & 3rd party support on Microsoft Azure
- Identify Linux support and implementations on Microsoft Azure
- Identify tools for automating deployments from Microsoft and 3rd party
Module 5: AWS and Azure Features The student will learn a solid foundation on Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and specifically focus on virtual machines and virtual networks and their underlying architecture and capabilities. Topics such as monitoring, automation and configuration management will be covered. The next generation of Azure IaaS (Azure Resource Manager) will also be discussed with an introduction to template authoring and automation for automated deployments of infrastructure.
Lessons
- Naming Conventions and Features
- AWS RDS and Azure SQL Instance
- AWS Reserved Instances and Azure Commitment Plans
Module 6: Azure Virtual Machines The student will learn a solid foundation on Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and specifically focus on virtual machines and virtual networks and their underlying architecture and capabilities. Topics such as monitoring, automation and configuration management will be covered. The next generation of Azure IaaS (Azure Resource Manager) will also be discussed with an introduction to template authoring and automation for automated deployments of infrastructure.
Lessons
- Virtual Machines Overview
- Virtual Machine Storage
- Virtual Machine Connectivity
- Virtual Machine Connectivity and Availability
- Azure Dev/Test Labs
Lab: Creating a Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine Lab: Attaching additional storage using the Portal Lab: Managing Azure Storage
After completing this module, you will be able to:
- Understand Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Understand virtual machines and virtual networks and their underlying architecture and capabilities