Linux on Azure

Offered By: Microsoft via Microsoft Learn

Course Description

Overview

Module 1: Learn about the different types and categories of cloud computing. Prepare for AZ-900.

After completing this module, you'll be able to:

Identify the benefits and considerations of using cloud services
Describe the differences between categories of cloud services
Describe the differences between types of cloud computing

Module 2: Discover the unique benefits of running Linux on Azure, and how to run Linux-based applications and workloads in the cloud with Azure.

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

Differentiate between Linux on Azure infrastructure as a service (IaaS) and platform as a service (PaaS) computing, and the value of each
Describe Azure tools and services that bring additional value to Linux workloads
Explain the components of Linux virtual infrastructure in Azure, and the role of Microsoft in supporting different Linux distributions
Describe the value of Linux-based service platforms on Azure
Envision building new Linux-based workloads and migrating existing workloads to Azure
Evaluate whether Linux on Azure is the right choice for your solutions

Module 3: Learn about the decisions you make before creating a virtual machine, the options to create and manage the VM, and the extensions and services you use to manage your VM.

In this module, you will:

Compile a checklist for creating a virtual machine
Describe the options to create and manage virtual machines
Describe the additional services available to administer virtual machines

Module 4: This module guides you through options for virtual machines in Azure, creating and connecting a Linux virtual machine, and configuring your network settings.

In this module, you will:

Understand the options that are available for virtual machines in Azure
Create a Linux virtual machine using the Azure portal
Connect to a running Linux virtual machine using SSH
Install software and change the network configuration on a VM using the Azure portal

Module 5: Learn about Azure subscriptions, management groups, resource groups, Azure Resource Manager, Azure regions, and availability zones. Prepare for AZ-900.

After completing this module, you'll be able to describe the benefits and usage of:

Azure subscriptions and management groups.
Azure resources, resource groups, and Azure Resource Manager.
Azure regions, region pairs, and availability zones.

Module 6: Minimize the time and resources required to migrate your on-premises environment to Azure. Assess your current systems with Azure Migrate, and migrate them with Azure Migrate and Azure Database Migration Service.

In this module, you will:

Discover how Azure Migrate can assess your existing workloads and plan your migration to Azure.
Discover how Azure Migrate and Azure Database Migration Service can migrate your systems to Azure.

Module 7: In this module, you will learn about running SQL Server 2019 on Linux servers and containers.

In this module, you will:

Describe the key benefits of running SQL Server on Linux
Describe both Windows and cross-platform tools that can be used to administer SQL Server on Linux
Describe the benefits of running SQL Server on Linux virtual machines
Describe the benefits of running SQL Server on container runtime environments, such as Docker

Module 8: Introduction to open-source database migration on Azure

By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Describe the features and services available in Azure for hosting an open-source database.
Explain the key considerations for implementing a migration project.
Describe different approaches that you can take for migrating databases.

Module 9: Learn how to decide if the MEAN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, AngularJS, and Node.js) is a good choice for you and set up a MEAN-based web application on a new Azure Linux virtual machine.

In this module, you will:

Decide if the MEAN web stack is right for you
Create an Ubuntu Linux VM to host your web app
Install the MEAN stack components on your VM
Create a basic web app on your MEAN stack

Module 10: Create a website using C#, Java, Python or Node.js and deploy it through the hosted web app platform in Azure App Service.

In this module, you will:

Use the Azure portal to create an Azure App Service web app
Use developer tools to create the code for a starter web application
Deploy your code to Azure App Service

Module 11: Use Redis caching in Azure to reduce the load on databases. Apply different caching architectures to support larger loads in distributed and high-volume environments.

In this module, you will:

Describe what a Redis cache is and how you can use it for your business needs
Create a design and plan to use a Redis cache
Provision a Redis cache in Azure
Connect a web app to the cache

Module 12: Azure Functions allow you to host business logic that can be executed without managing or provisioning server infrastructure

In this module, you will:

Decide if serverless computing is right for your business need
Create an Azure Function app in the Azure portal
Execute a function using triggers
Monitor and test your Azure Function from the Azure portal

Module 13: Get acquainted with the Azure Kubernetes open-source container-orchestration system for automating application deployment, scaling, and management.

In this module, you will:

Evaluate whether Azure Kubernetes Service is an appropriate Kubernetes orchestration platform for you
Describe how the components of Azure Kubernetes Service work to support compute container orchestration

Module 14: Learn how to run and troubleshoot containerized apps using Docker containers with Azure Container Instances.

In this module, you will:

Run containers in Azure Container Instances
Control what happens when your container exits
Use environment variables to configure your container when it starts
Attach a data volume to persist data when your container exits
Learn some basic ways to troubleshoot issues on your Azure containers

Syllabus

Module 1: Discuss Azure fundamental concepts

Introduction
Discuss different types of cloud models
Describe cloud benefits and considerations
Describe different cloud services
Knowledge check
Summary

Module 2: Introduction to Linux on Azure

Introduction
What is Linux on Azure?
How to use Linux on Azure
When to use Linux on Azure
Knowledge check
Summary

Module 3: Introduction to Azure virtual machines

Introduction
Compile a checklist for creating an Azure Virtual Machine
Exercise - Create a VM using the Azure portal
Describe the options available to create and manage an Azure Virtual Machine
Manage the availability of your Azure VMs
Back up your virtual machines
Knowledge check
Summary

Module 4: Create a Linux virtual machine in Azure

Introduction
Create a Linux virtual Machine in Azure
Exercise - Decide an authentication method for SSH
Exercise - Create a Linux virtual machine with the Azure portal
Azure virtual machines IP addresses and SSH options
Exercise - Connect to a Linux virtual machine with SSH
Network and security settings
Exercise - Configure network settings
Summary

Module 5: Describe core Azure architectural components

Introduction
Overview of Azure subscriptions, management groups, and resources
Azure regions, availability zones, and region pairs
Azure resources and Azure Resource Manager
Azure subscriptions and management groups
Knowledge check
Summary

Module 6: Design your migration to Azure

Introduction
Plan your Azure migration
Assess your environment with Azure Migrate
Migrate servers with Azure Migrate
Migrate databases with Azure Database Migration Service
Summary

Module 7: Introduction to SQL Server on Linux

Introduction
What is SQL Server on Linux?
SQL Server on Linux features
Tools for SQL Server on Linux
Use containers with SQL Server on Linux
Summary

Module 8: Introduction to open-source database migration on Azure

Introduction
MySQL and PostgreSQL database services in Azure
Considerations for migration
Approaches to migration
Knowledge check
Summary

Module 9: Build and run a web application with the MEAN stack on an Azure Linux virtual machine

Introduction
Decide if MEAN is right for you
Exercise - Create a VM to host your web application
Exercise - Install MongoDB
Exercise - Install Node.js
Exercise - Create a basic web application
Summary

Module 10: Host a web application with Azure App Service

Introduction
Create a web app in the Azure portal
Exercise - Create a web app in the Azure portal
Prepare the web application code
Exercise - Write code to implement a web application
Deploy code to App Service
Exercise - Deploy your code to App Service
Summary

Module 11: Optimize your web applications by caching read-only data with Redis

Introduction
Decide if you want to use Azure Cache for Redis
Configure Azure Cache for Redis
Exercise - Create a Redis Cache instance in Azure
Explore the client API to interact with Redis
Exercise - Connect an app to the cache
Summary

Module 12: Create serverless logic with Azure Functions

Introduction
Decide if serverless computing is right for your business needs
Exercise - Create a function app in the Azure portal
Run your code on-demand with Azure Functions
Exercise - Add logic to the function app
Summary

Module 13: Introduction to Azure Kubernetes Service

Introduction
What is Azure Kubernetes Service?
How Azure Kubernetes Service works
When to use Azure Kubernetes Service
Knowledge check
Summary

Module 14: Run Docker containers with Azure Container Instances

Introduction to Azure Container Instances
Exercise - Run Azure Container Instances
Exercise - Control restart behavior
Exercise - Set environment variables
Exercise - Use data volumes
Exercise - Troubleshoot Azure Container Instances
Knowledge check

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