A comprehensive guide to becoming a skilled Azure DevOps engineer Key FeaturesExplore a step-by-step approach to designing and creating a successful DevOps environmentUnderstand how to implement continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines on AzureIntegrate and implement security, compliance, containers, and databases in your DevOps strategiesBook Description Implementing Azure DevOps Solutions helps DevOps engineers and administrators to leverage Azure DevOps Services to master practices such as continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), containerization, and zero downtime deployments. This book starts with the basics of continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated deployments. You will then learn how to apply configuration management and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) along with managing databases in DevOps scenarios. Next, you will delve into fitting security and compliance with DevOps. As you advance, you will explore how to instrument applications, and gather metrics to understand application usage and user behavior. The latter part of this book will help you implement a container build strategy and manage Azure Kubernetes Services. Lastly, you will understand how to create your own Azure DevOps organization, along with covering quick tips and tricks to confidently apply effective DevOps practices. By the end of this book, you’ll have gained the knowledge you need to ensure seamless application deployments and business continuity. What you will learnGet acquainted with Azure DevOps Services and DevOps practicesImplement CI/CD processesBuild and deploy a CI/CD pipeline with automated testing on AzureIntegrate security and compliance in pipelinesUnderstand and implement Azure Container ServicesBecome well versed in closing the loop from production back to developmentWho this book is for This DevOps book is for software developers and operations specialists interested in implementing DevOps practices for the Azure cloud. Application developers and IT professionals with some experience in software development and development practices will also find this book useful. Some familiarity with Azure DevOps basics is an added advantage.

Written by Microsoft MVPs and Azure experts, this comprehensive guide comes with self-study exercises to help you understand the concepts better and move closer to becoming a skilled Azure DevOps engineer Key FeaturesExplore a step-by-step approach to designing and creating a successful DevOps environmentUnderstand how to implement continuous integration and continuous deployment pipelines on AzureIntegrate and implement security, compliance, containers, and databases in your DevOps strategiesBook Description The AZ-400 Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions certification helps DevOps engineers and administrators get to grips with practices such as continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), containerization, and zero downtime deployments using Azure DevOps Services. This new edition is updated with advanced topics such as site reliability engineering (SRE), continuous improvement, and planning your cloud transformation journey. The book begins with the basics of CI/CD and automated deployments, and then moves ahead to show you how to apply configuration management and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) along with managing databases in DevOps scenarios. As you make progress, you'll explore fitting security and compliance with DevOps and find out how to instrument applications and gather metrics to understand application usage and user behavior. This book will also help you implement a container build strategy and manage Azure Kubernetes Services. Lastly, you'll discover quick tips and tricks to confidently apply effective DevOps practices and learn to create your own Azure DevOps organization. By the end of this DevOps book, you'll have gained the knowledge needed to ensure seamless application deployments and business continuity. What you will learnGet acquainted with Azure DevOps Services and DevOps practicesDiscover how to efficiently implement CI/CD processesBuild and deploy a CI/CD pipeline with automated testing on AzureIntegrate security and compliance in pipelinesUnderstand and implement Azure Container ServicesEffectively close the loop from production back to developmentApply continuous improvement strategies to deliver innovation at scaleWho this book is for The book is for anyone looking to prepare for the AZ-400 certification exam. Software developers, application developers, and IT professionals who want to implement DevOps practices for the Azure cloud will also find this book helpful. Familiarity with Azure DevOps basics, software development, and development practices is recommended but not necessary.

Implement real-world DevOps and cloud deployment scenarios using Azure Repos, Azure Pipelines, and other Azure DevOps tools Key FeaturesImprove your application development life cycle with Azure DevOps in a step-by-step mannerApply continuous integration and continuous deployment to reduce application downtimeWork with real-world CI/CD scenarios curated by a team of renowned Microsoft MVPs and MCTsBook Description Developing applications for the cloud involves changing development methodologies and procedures. Continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes are a must today, but are often difficult to implement and adopt. Azure DevOps is a Microsoft Azure cloud service that enhances your application development life cycle and enables DevOps capabilities. Starting with a comprehensive product overview, this book helps you to understand Azure DevOps and apply DevOps techniques to your development projects. You'll find out how to adopt DevOps techniques for your development processes by using built-in Azure DevOps tools. Throughout the course of this book, you'll also discover how to manage a project with the help of project management techniques such as Agile and Scrum, and then progress toward development aspects such as source code management, build pipelines, code testing and artifacts, release pipelines, and GitHub integration. As you learn how to implement DevOps practices, this book will also provide you with real-world examples and scenarios of DevOps adoption. By the end of this DevOps book, you will have learned how to adopt and implement Azure DevOps features in your real-world development processes. What you will learnGet to grips with Azure DevOpsFind out about project management with Azure BoardsUnderstand source code management with Azure ReposBuild and release pipelinesRun quality tests in build pipelinesUse artifacts and integrate Azure DevOps in the GitHub flowDiscover real-world CI/CD scenarios with Azure DevOpsWho this book is for This book is for developers, solutions architects, and DevOps engineers interested in getting started with cloud DevOps practices on Azure. Prior understanding of Azure architecture and services is necessary. Some knowledge of DevOps principles and techniques will be useful.

Become a proficient Microsoft Azure solutions architect Azure certifications are critical to the millions of IT professionals Microsoft has certified as MCSE and MCSA in Windows Server in the last 20 years. All of these professionals need to certify in key Azure exams to stay current and advance in their careers. Exams AZ-303 and AZ-304 are the key solutions architect exams that experienced Windows professionals will find most useful at the intermediate and advanced points of their careers. Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies and Design Complete Study Guide Exams AZ-303 and AZ-304 covers the two critical Microsoft Azure exams that intermediate and advanced Microsoft IT professionals will need to show proficiency as their organizations move to the Azure cloud. Understand Azure Set up your Microsoft Cloud network Solve real-world problems Get the confidence to pass the exam By learning all of these things plus using the Study Guide review questions and practice exams, the reader will be ready to take the exam and perform the job with confidence.

Master the Art of Azure DevOps Engineering! Are you ready to take the leap and become a Microsoft Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, poised to lead the way in modern software development and deployment practices? Look no further than the "Microsoft Certified Exam Guide - Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)." This comprehensive book is your ultimate companion on the journey to mastering Azure DevOps and acing the AZ-400 exam. In today's fast-paced software development landscape, DevOps is the key to delivering high-quality software at speed. Microsoft Azure DevOps offers a powerful set of tools and practices for automating, monitoring, and optimizing the software delivery pipeline. Whether you're a seasoned developer or a budding engineer, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in Azure DevOps. Inside this book, you will discover: ✔ Comprehensive Coverage: A deep dive into all the essential DevOps concepts, tools, and best practices for designing, implementing, and optimizing DevOps processes on Azure. ✔ Real-World Scenarios: Practical examples and case studies that showcase how Azure DevOps is used to streamline software development and delivery in real-world projects, making learning engaging and relevant. ✔ Exam-Ready Preparation: Thorough coverage of AZ-400 exam objectives, complete with practice questions and expert tips to ensure you're well-prepared for exam day. ✔ Proven Expertise: Authored by Azure DevOps professionals who hold the certification and have hands-on experience in building and managing DevOps pipelines, offering you invaluable insights and practical guidance. Whether you aim to advance your career, validate your expertise, or simply become a proficient Azure DevOps Engineer, "Microsoft Certified Exam Guide - Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)" is your trusted companion on this journey. Don't miss this opportunity to become a sought-after DevOps expert in a competitive job market. © 2023 Cybellium Ltd. All rights reserved. www.cybellium.com

Achieve streamlined, rapid production with enterprise-level DevOps Awarded DevOps 2017 Book of the Year, The DevOps Adoption Playbook provides practical, actionable, real-world guidance on implementing DevOps at enterprise scale. Author Sanjeev Sharma heads the DevOps practice for IBM; in this book, he provides unique guidance and insight on implementing DevOps at large organizations. Most DevOps literature is aimed at startups, but enterprises have unique needs, capabilities, limitations, and challenges; "DevOps for startups" doesn't work at this scale, but the DevOps paradigm can revolutionize enterprise IT. Deliver high-value applications and systems with velocity and agility by adopting the necessary practices, automation tools, and organizational and cultural changes that lead to innovation through rapid experimentation. Speed is an advantage in the face of competition, but it must never come at the expense of quality; DevOps allows your organization to keep both by intersecting development, quality assurance, and operations. Enterprise-level DevOps comes with its own set of challenges, but this book shows you just how easily they are overcome. With a slight shift in perspective, your organization can stay ahead of the competition while keeping costs, risks, and quality under control. Grasp the full extent of the DevOps impact on IT organizations Achieve high-value innovation and optimization with low cost and risk Exceed traditional business goals with higher product release efficiency Implement DevOps in large-scale enterprise IT environments DevOps has been one of IT's hottest trends for the past decade, and plenty of success stories testify to its effectiveness in organizations of any size, industry, or level of IT maturity, all around the world. The DevOps Adoption Playbook shows you how to get your organization on board so you can slip production into the fast lane and innovate your way to the top.

Microsoft Azure Essentials from Microsoft Press is a series of free ebooks designed to help you advance your technical skills with Microsoft Azure. The first ebook in the series, Microsoft Azure Essentials: Fundamentals of Azure, introduces developers and IT professionals to the wide range of capabilities in Azure. The authors - both Microsoft MVPs in Azure - present both conceptual and how-to content for key areas, including: Azure Websites and Azure Cloud Services Azure Virtual Machines Azure Storage Azure Virtual Networks Databases Azure Active Directory Management tools Business scenarios Watch Microsoft Press’s blog and Twitter (@MicrosoftPress) to learn about other free ebooks in the “Microsoft Azure Essentials” series.

Build a thorough understanding of the technology, concepts, and development patterns used in building applications in Azure, through detailed explanations, hands-on exercises, and downloadable code samples Key Features Written by two Microsoft technical trainers to help you explore the exam topics in a structured way Understand the “why”, and not just “how” behind design and solution decisions Follow along examples with downloadable code samples to help cement each topic’s learning objective Book DescriptionWith the prevalence of cloud technologies and DevOps ways of working, the industry demands developers who can build cloud solutions and monitor them throughout their life cycle. Becoming a Microsoft-certified Azure developer can differentiate developers from the competition, but with such a plethora of information available, it can be difficult to structure learning in an effective way to obtain certification. Through easy-to-understand explanations and exercises, this book will provide a more palatable learning experience than what you may expect from an exam preparation book. You’ll start off with a recap of some important cloud concepts, such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. From there, you’ll learn about each relevant solution area, with use cases. The chapters also cover different implementation methodologies, both manual and programmatic – ranging from compute resources such as App Service and serverless applications to storage, database, security, monitoring solutions, and connecting to third-party services. By the end of this book, you'll have learned everything you need to pass the AZ-204 certification exam and have a handy, on-the-job reference guide.What you will learn Develop Azure compute solutions Discover tips and tricks from Azure experts for interactive learning Use Cosmos DB storage and blob storage for developing solutions Develop secure cloud solutions for Azure Use optimization, monitoring, and troubleshooting for Azure solutions Develop Azure solutions connected to third-party services Who this book is for This book is for Azure developers looking to improve their Azure development knowledge to pass the AZ-204 exam. This book assumes at least one year of professional development experience with Azure, with the ability to program in at least one language supported by Azure. Existing Azure CLI and PowerShell skills will also be useful.

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This is the Lab Manual to accompany 70-697: Configuring Windows Devices exam. This is a standalone product, access to 70-697: Configuring Windows Devices exam sold separately. Students pursuing a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) for Windows 10 will need to complete the 70-697: Configuring Windows Devices exam, after finishing the 70-698. This exam provides key enterprise-level training for Windows Information Technology professionals. Exam 70-697 is the second exam required to earn the Windows 10 MCSA credential. Exam 70-697 is recommended as a follow-up to 70-698. This exam validates a candidate's fundamental knowledge and skills for building solid identities, protection of content (data loss protection), mobile device management policy, virtualization with Hyper-V, application management using the Company Portal and the Windows Store. Candidates will be evaluated on Windows 10 security and integrated Azure features. Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) textbooks are designed for instructor-led classroom courses.