Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Master The Basics Of Microsoft Azure

The cloud services provided by Microsoft Azure have changed the world, providing businesses with technical services and infrastructure which is reliable, scalable and resilient. Azure Fundamentals provides a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Azure for those new to cloud technology and its main concepts.

Over 1 day, you'll learn the benefits of Microsoft Azure, strategies for migrating to it, and its features and services for things like networks, storage and security. You will also have the chance to try Azure out for yourself through our hands-on labs.

Who should take this course

The Microsoft Azure Fundamentals course is aimed at those individuals who are interested in evaluating, deploying, configuring, and administering services using Microsoft Azure. This could be:

Developers wishing to work with Azure solutions.
Windows Server administrators who want to migrate from Active Directory to Microsoft Azure Active Directory.
IT professionals who want to use of Microsoft Azure to host websites and mobile app back-end services.
Database Administrators who want to use Microsoft Azure to host SQL databases.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to attend.

Understand cloud concepts
Understand core Azure services
Understand security, privacy, compliance, and trust
Understand Azure pricing and support

Course Content

Module 1: Cloud Concepts

In this module, you will learn about cloud services, the types of cloud models, and the types of cloud services.

Lessons

Why Cloud Services
Types of Cloud models
Types of Cloud services

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Define cloud computing and its key advantages.
Explain public, private, and hybrid cloud models.
Explain IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS cloud services.

Module 2: Core Azure Services

In this module, you learn about Azure core cloud architectural components, Azure services and products, Azure solutions, and Azure management tools.

Lessons

Core Azure Architectural components
Core Azure Services and Products
Azure Solutions
Azure management tools
Lab : Walkthrough: Create a virtual machine
Lab : Walkthrough: Deploy Azure container instances
Lab : Walkthrough: Create a virtual network
Lab : Walkthrough: Create blob storage
Lab : Walkthrough: Create a SQL database
Lab : Walkthrough: Implement an Azure IoT Hub
Lab : Walkthrough: Implement Azure Functions
Lab : Walkthrough: Create a web app
Lab : Walkthrough: Create a VM with a Template
Lab : Walkthrough: Create a VM with PowerShell
Lab : Walkthrough: Create a VM with CLI

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Identify core Azure architectural components, such as regions, geographies, and resource groups.
Identify usage cases for Azure core services and products, such as virtual machines and storage.
Identify usage cases for Azure solutions, such as the Internet of Things and Machine Learning.
Identify what Azure management tools are available such as Azure PowerShell and the CLI.

Module 3: Security, Privacy, Compliance, and Trust

In this module, you learn about Azure security, identity, governance, monitoring, reporting, and standards.

Lessons

Secure network connectivity
Core Azure identity services
Security tools and features
Azure governance methodologies
Monitoring and reporting
Privacy, compliance, and data protection standards
Lab : Walkthrough: Secure network traffic
Lab : Walkthrough: Implement Azure key vault
Lab : Walkthrough: Create an Azure Policy
Lab : Walkthrough: Manage access with RBAC
Lab : Walkthrough: Manage resource locks
Lab : Walkthrough: Implement resource tagging
Lab : Walkthrough: Exploring the Trust Center

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Describe virtual network security connectivity options such as Network Security Groups.
Describe Azure identity authentication and authorization options.
Describe usage cases for the Security Center, Key vault, threat and information protection options.
Describe Azure policies and role-based access control.
Describe usage cases for Azure Monitor and Azure Service Health.
Describe privacy, compliance, and data protection standards.

Module 4: Azure Pricing and Support

In this module, you will learn about Azure subscriptions, planning and managing costs, support options, SLAs, and service lifecycles.

Lessons

Azure subscriptions
Planning and managing costs
Azure support options
Azure Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Service lifecycle in Azure
Lab : Walkthrough: Use the Azure Pricing Calculator
Lab : Walkthrough: Use the Azure TCO Calculator
Lab : Walkthrough: Open a Support request
Lab : Walkthrough: Calculate composite SLAs
Lab : Walkthrough: Access Azure Preview features

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Use an Azure subscription.
Plan and manage costs.
Explain Azure support options.
Describe Azure SLAs.
Explain Azure service lifecycles.

About Newcastle

Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne is also known as Newcastle is a city located in North East of England. Newcastle is 166 km south of Edinburgh, 466 km north of London on River Tyne northern bank. It is a populous city in Northeast and also forms the core of Tyneside conurbation. This core of Tyneside is the eighth most populous urban area in the United Kingdom. Earlier, Newcastle was part of Northumberland County until 1400 when it became country itself. Newcastle is a home to Newcastle University. University is a member of Russel group and Northumbria University.

The city was developed during ancient settlement. Newcastle got its name after a castle built in 1080 by Robert Curthose. It grew as an important wool trade centre in the 14th century and later as major coal mining area. In Newcastle port was developed in the 16th century. Shipyards down the River Tyne was among the world largest shipbuilding as well as ship repairing centres. Newcastle economy includes digital technology, tourism, retail, cultural centres, corporate headquarters and learning. With the help of these city contributes 13 Billion Euro toward GVA of United Kingdom. Icons of Newcastle are Tyne Bridge and Newcastle United Football.

History

Electric trams started in Newcastle upon Tyne streets in 1901. Later these trams were replaced by buses. In 1901 Laing Art Gallery was established. Shipley Art Gallery was opened in 1917. The first cinema in Newcastle was opened in 1909. In 1900 Redneugh Road Bridge was built. In 1906 King Edward VII Railways Bridge was established. In 1925 Hatton Gallery was founded and In 1928 Tyne Bridge, a Suspension bridge was erected. In 20th-century coal exports decreased. In 1956 last coal mine that was located within boundaries of Newcastle was closed. Shipbuilding also decreased. During 1930’s mass unemployment occurred in Newcastle. In 2000 Life Science Centre was opened and In 2001 Millennium Bridge was opened. The present population of Newcastle Upon Tyne is 284,000.

Economy

During the 19th century, Newcastle played a significant role in the industrial revolution. Newcastle was leading centre for shipbuilding, coal mining, engineering, manufacturing and munitions. In the second half of 20th century, heavy industries declined. The city is known for its commitment to environment related issues. A programme was planned for Newcastle to become ‘the first Carbon Neutral town’. These plans slowly slipped, and now it hopes to become carbon neutral by 2050. Newcastle is a commercial and educational focus for North East England. The economy of Newcastle contributes around 13 billion Euros to UK GVA. Central Business District is situated in the Centre of the city. This is bounded by the central station, Haymarket and Quayside areas.