Deployment and DevOps

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Deployment and DevOps

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5 modules

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5 modules

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course covers deployment and DevOps practices, focusing on Azure Cloud Services, CI/CD principles, and application monitoring. You'll learn to manage and scale applications, automate deployments, and create CI/CD pipelines using Microsoft Copilot for streamlined and secure operations.

By the end of the course, you will be able to… Describe the features and benefits of Azure Cloud Services, best practices for securing applications, and methods of application monitoring. Explain the steps required to prepare applications for deployment, manage and scale applications in Azure, and automate maintenance tasks. Define Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) principles, and the importance and methods of application monitoring. Develop deployment scripts and CI/CD pipelines using Microsoft Copilot, including debugging and optimizing deployment processes.

In this module, you'll explore the features and benefits of Azure Cloud Services and examine how to prepare applications for deployment to Azure. You’ll learn how to deploy web applications, manage resources, and implement security best practices to protect your applications in the cloud. By the end of this module, you'll have a foundational understanding of how to deploy and secure applications in Azure.

What's included

24 videos11 readings8 assignments1 ungraded lab1 plugin

24 videos Total 109 minutes

Course Introduction: Deployment and DevOps 2 minutes
Instructor Introduction 2 minutes
The What’s What of the Course 3 minutes
Completing the Guided Labs 4 minutes
Introducing the AI Tool: Microsoft Copilot 3 minutes
How to Be Successful in This Program 5 minutes
Introduction to the Project 2 minutes
Introduction to Deploying Applications to Azure 2 minutes
Overview of Azure Cloud Services and Infrastructure 4 minutes
Scalability and Reliability in Azure Cloud Services 4 minutes
Configuring Applications With Open-Source Tools 4 minutes
Preparing Applications for Cloud Environments 5 minutes
Prepare Applications for Cloud Environments 10 minutes
Deployment Tools and Methods for Azure 4 minutes
Hands-On Deployment of a Basic Web App Using Azure CLI 10 minutes
Deploying a Basic Web App with Azure CLI 5 minutes
Monitoring Application Performance and Resource Usage 10 minutes
Monitor Application Performance and Resource Usage 4 minutes
Securing Applications With Identity and Access Management 4 minutes
Secure Applications With Identity and Access Management 5 minutes
Data Encryption and Network Security 5 minutes
Compliance and Security Audits on Azure 4 minutes
Demonstrate Compliance and Security Audits on Azure 7 minutes
Conclusion: Deploying Applications to Azure 2 minutes

11 readings Total 150 minutes

Course Syllabus: Deployment and DevOps 10 minutes
Completing the Guided Labs 30 minutes
Microsoft Tools for Back-End Development 10 minutes
Azure Cloud Services: Key Features and Benefits 30 minutes
Activity: Setting Up Configuration Files in VS Code - Answer Key 5 minutes
Application Preparation: Setting Up Configurations for Azure Deployment 10 minutes
Activity: Planning a Basic Deployment Workflow Using Azure CLI - Answer Key 10 minutes
You Try It! Deploying a Basic Web App with Azure CLI - Answer Key 10 minutes
Deploying Your First Web Application with Azure CLI 15 minutes
Best Practices for Managing and Securing Applications on Azure 10 minutes
Azure Security Checklist: Protecting Your Applications 10 minutes

8 assignments Total 210 minutes

Graded Quiz: Deploying Applications to Azure 50 minutes
Practice Quiz: Introduction to Azure Cloud Services 15 minutes
Activity: Setting Up Configuration Files in VS Code 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Preparing Applications for Deployment to Azure 15 minutes
Activity: Planning a Basic Deployment Workflow Using Azure CLI 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Deploying Web Applications to Azure 25 minutes
Practice Quiz: Managing and Securing Applications in Azure 20 minutes
Practice Quiz: Best Practices for Securing Applications on Azure 25 minutes

1 ungraded lab Total 60 minutes

You Try It! Deploying a Basic Web App with Azure CLI 60 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Guided Lab: Deploying a Basic Web App with Azure CLI 15 minutes

This module introduces the core principles of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD). You’ll learn how to implement CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and integrate Azure DevOps for streamlined deployment processes. The module also covers techniques for monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and automated software delivery.

What's included

13 videos7 readings7 assignments2 ungraded labs2 plugins

13 videos Total 67 minutes

Introduction to Setting Up CI/CD Pipelines With GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps 2 minutes
Overview and Benefits of CI/CD 4 minutes
Core Components of CI/CD Pipelines 4 minutes
CI/CD Workflow Example 10 minutes
Overview of GitHub Actions 5 minutes
Configuring Workflows With YAML Files 10 minutes
Implementing a CI/CD Pipeline Using GitHub Actions 4 minutes
Overview of Azure DevOps Tools 4 minutes
Integrating Azure DevOps With GitHub Repositories 8 minutes
Integrating Azure DevOps Into a CI/CD Pipeline 4 minutes
Monitoring Tools for CI/CD Pipelines 4 minutes
Maintaining CI/CD Pipelines 7 minutes
Conclusion: Setting Up CI/CD Pipelines With GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps 2 minutes

7 readings Total 70 minutes

Enhancing Software Delivery With CI/CD Practices 10 minutes
Streamlining Deployment with CI/CD Pipelines 10 minutes
You Try It! Implementing a CI/CD Pipeline Using GitHub Actions - Answer Key 10 minutes
Creating and Managing CI/CD Workflows With GitHub Actions 10 minutes
You Try It! Integrating Azure DevOps Into a CI/CD Pipeline - Answer Key 10 minutes
Best Practices for Cross-Platform CI/CD Automation 10 minutes
Ensuring Pipeline Health Through Effective Monitoring 10 minutes

7 assignments Total 180 minutes

Graded Quiz: Setting Up CI/CD Pipelines With GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps 50 minutes
Practice Quiz: CI/CD Principles in Back-End Development 20 minutes
Practice Quiz: Automating Deployment With CI/CD Pipelines 20 minutes
Practice Quiz: Automating CI/CD With GitHub Actions 20 minutes
Practice Quiz: Automating Workflows With Azure DevOps 20 minutes
Activity: Exploring Monitoring Tools for CI/CD Pipelines 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Monitoring and Maintaining CI/CD Pipelines 20 minutes

2 ungraded labs Total 120 minutes

You Try It! Implementing a CI/CD Pipeline Using GitHub Actions 60 minutes
You Try It! Integrating Azure DevOps Into a CI/CD Pipeline 60 minutes

2 plugins Total 30 minutes

Guided Lab: Implementing a CI/CD Pipeline Using GitHub Actions 15 minutes
Guided Lab: Integrating Azure DevOps Into a CI/CD Pipeline 15 minutes

In this module, you'll delve into the importance of application monitoring and the tools available in Azure to support performance and reliability. You’ll learn how to use Azure Monitor for application insights, implement effective logging strategies, and automate maintenance tasks. By the end, you'll be able to apply best practices for ensuring your applications remain healthy and maintainable in production environments.

What's included

12 videos7 readings9 assignments

12 videos Total 53 minutes

Introduction to Application Monitoring and Maintenance 2 minutes
Overview of Monitoring Techniques and Tools 4 minutes
Monitoring Metrics and Their Impact on Performance 5 minutes
Key Features of Azure Monitor 3 minutes
Configuring Azure Monitor Alerts and Dashboards 7 minutes
Core Logging Strategies for Back-End Systems 4 minutes
Using Logs for Troubleshooting and Auditing 7 minutes
Overview of Azure Automation Services 4 minutes
Automating Maintenance Tasks With Runbooks 4 minutes
Routine Updates and Security Patching 3 minutes
Performance Tuning and Optimization in Azure 8 minutes
Conclusion: Application Monitoring and Maintenance 2 minutes

7 readings Total 35 minutes

Monitoring Methods and Metrics for Application Health 5 minutes
Gaining Insights With Azure Monitor 5 minutes
Effective Log Management for Back-End Systems 5 minutes
Activity: Log Analysis Exercise - Answer Key 5 minutes
Streamlining Operations With Azure Automation Tools 5 minutes
Maintaining Applications in Azure: Updates, Patches, and Performance Tuning 5 minutes
Activity: Maintenance Best Practices Discussion - Answer Key 5 minutes

9 assignments Total 225 minutes

Graded Quiz: Application Monitoring and Maintenance 50 minutes
Practice Quiz: Introduction to Application Monitoring 20 minutes
Practice Quiz: Using Azure Monitor for Application Insights 20 minutes
Activity: Log Analysis Exercise 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Best Practices for Logging and Log Management 15 minutes
Activity: Runbook Simulation Activity 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Automating Routine Tasks With Azure 15 minutes
Activity: Maintenance Best Practices Discussion 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Best Practices for Application Maintenance in Azure 15 minutes

This module focuses on leveraging Microsoft Copilot to automate various aspects of deployment and DevOps. You'll learn how to use Copilot to generate deployment scripts, create and optimize CI/CD pipelines, and debug automation workflows. By the end, you’ll be equipped to enhance your DevOps processes using AI-powered tools for improved efficiency and scalability.

What's included

14 videos11 readings8 assignments4 ungraded labs4 plugins

14 videos Total 70 minutes

Introduction to Using Copilot for Automating Deployment Scripts and CI/CD Pipelines 2 minutes
Overview of Deployment Automation with Copilot 4 minutes
Generating Deployment Scripts with Copilot 5 minutes
Writing and Executing Deployment Scripts With Copilot 6 minutes
Understanding CI/CD Pipeline Automation With Copilot 5 minutes
Creating CI/CD Pipeline Scripts With Copilot 6 minutes
Automating CI/CD Pipelines With Copilot 7 minutes
Overview of Debugging Deployment Scripts With Copilot 4 minutes
Debugging Deployment Scripts in VS Code Using Copilot 6 minutes
Debugging and Optimizing Deployment Processes With Copilot 4 minutes
Overview of DevOps Automation With Copilot 5 minutes
Automating DevOps Workflows With Copilot in VS Code 7 minutes
Automating and Optimizing DevOps Workflows 9 minutes
Conclusion: Using Copilot for Automating Deployment Scripts and CI/CD Pipelines 2 minutes

11 readings Total 100 minutes

Activity: Analyzing Copilot-Generated Scripts - Answer Key 10 minutes
You Try It! Writing and Executing Deployment Scripts With Copilot - Answer Key 10 minutes
Automating Deployment Processes With Copilot 5 minutes
Activity: Refining CI/CD Pipeline Templates - Answer Key 5 minutes
You Try It! Automating CI/CD Pipelines With Copilot - Answer Key 30 minutes
Building CI/CD Pipelines With Copilot Assistance 5 minutes
Activity: Identifying Common Errors in Deployment Scripts - Answer Key 5 minutes
You Try It! Debugging and Optimizing Deployment Processes With Copilot - Answer Key 10 minutes
Optimizing Deployment Processes With Copilot 5 minutes
You Try It! Automating and Optimizing DevOps Workflows - Answer Key 10 minutes
Automating DevOps Workflows With Copilot 5 minutes

8 assignments Total 210 minutes

Graded Quiz: Using Copilot for Automating Deployment Scripts and CI/CD Pipelines 50 minutes
Activity: Analyzing Copilot-Generated Scripts 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Writing Automated Deployment Scripts With Copilot 20 minutes
Activity: Refining CI/CD Pipeline Templates 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Developing CI/CD Pipelines With Copilot 20 minutes
Activity: Identifying Common Errors in Deployment Scripts 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Debugging and Optimizing Deployment Processes Using Copilot 15 minutes
Practice Quiz: Automating and Optimizing DevOps Workflows With Copilot 15 minutes

4 ungraded labs Total 240 minutes

You Try It! Writing and Executing Deployment Scripts With Copilot 60 minutes
You Try It! Automating CI/CD Pipelines With Copilot 60 minutes
You Try It! Debugging and Optimizing Deployment Processes With Copilot 60 minutes
You Try It! Automating and Optimizing DevOps Workflows 60 minutes

4 plugins Total 60 minutes

Guided Lab: Writing and Executing Deployment Scripts With Copilot 15 minutes
Guided Lab: Automating CI/CD Pipelines With Copilot 15 minutes
Guided Lab: Debugging and Optimizing Deployment Processes With Copilot 15 minutes
Guided Lab: Automating and Optimizing DevOps Workflows 15 minutes

What's included

7 videos5 assignments1 peer review

7 videos Total 24 minutes

Instructions: Capstone Part 1 3 minutes
Instructions : Capstone Part 2 5 minutes
Instructions: Capstone Part 3 4 minutes
Instructions: Capstone Part 4 2 minutes
Instructions: Capstone Part 5 2 minutes
Course Conclusion: Deployment and DevOps 2 minutes
Program Conclusion: Microsoft Front-End Developer Professional Certificate 5 minutes

5 assignments Total 150 minutes

Activity: Capstone Part 1 30 minutes
Activity: Capstone Part 2 30 minutes
Activity: Capstone Part 3 30 minutes
Activity: Capstone Part 4 30 minutes
Activity: Capstone Part 5 30 minutes

1 peer review Total 60 minutes

Peer Review Submission 60 minutes

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