Azure Services for Developers: A Practical Foundation

Cloud computing is no longer an optional skill for software engineers. To build modern, resilient applications, developers must understand how to leverage cloud infrastructure effectively. This text-only course guides you through the core ecosystem of Azure, helping you make informed architectural decisions and deploy your code with confidence. You will transition from understanding basic cloud concepts to confidently navigating and utilizing key developer services. By reading through real-world scenarios and structured code examples, you will learn how to architect, secure, and deploy applications in the cloud. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational cloud architectures, resource groups, and Azure subscription models - Configure Azure App Services to host and scale web applications efficiently - Build serverless solutions using Azure Functions to execute code on demand - Manage structured data with Azure SQL Database and store unstructured files with Blob Storage - Integrate pre-built AI models using Azure Cognitive Services to add intelligence to your apps - Apply modern security best practices, including managed identities and environment configuration This course begins with essential cloud terminology and foundational definitions before guiding you step-by-step through compute, storage, database, and AI services. It is designed specifically for software developers and technology students who are new to cloud environments. No prior Azure experience is required, though a basic understanding of programming concepts will help you get the most out of the material. Start reading today to elevate your development skills to the cloud.