Hosting APIs with Azure Functions and .NET

Serverless architecture allows you to run API endpoints without managing underlying infrastructure, saving time and reducing operational costs. Understanding how to host APIs in the cloud is an essential skill for modern backend developers. In this course, you will learn the foundational concepts of serverless computing and gain the practical knowledge needed to deploy your own APIs. You will transition from understanding basic cloud hosting terms to configuring and deploying fully functional Azure Function Apps. What you'll learn: - Understand core serverless concepts and Azure Function App terminology - Configure Azure Storage accounts to support your serverless applications - Create and structure Azure Function Projects using the modern .NET isolated worker model - Set up HTTP triggers to handle incoming API requests and route them correctly - Manage application settings, connection strings, and environment variables securely - Deploy your function-based APIs to the cloud and verify their performance Starting with essential cloud hosting definitions, this written guide takes you step-by-step through setting up your environment, writing your first serverless endpoints, and deploying them to Azure. You will learn through clear explanations, configuration guides, and structured code examples. This course is designed for beginner backend developers and cloud enthusiasts who want to learn serverless deployment. No prior cloud hosting experience is required, though a basic understanding of C# and .NET is helpful. Start reading today to master serverless API hosting with Azure Functions.