AZ-400 Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions

Upcoming Schedules:

• 24th September 2024 - Monday
• 21th October 2024 - Monday
• 11th November 2024 - Monday
• 2nd December 2024 - Monday

Course Overview:

The "Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions" course focuses on providing participants with the knowledge and skills required to design and implement DevOps solutions using Microsoft Azure. The course covers various DevOps practices, tools, and methodologies to streamline software development, delivery, and operations processes.

Target Audience:

This course is suitable for DevOps engineers, developers, IT professionals, and anyone involved in software development and delivery who wants to learn about implementing DevOps practices using Microsoft Azure.

Prerequisites:

Participants should have a basic understanding of Azure services, software development concepts, version control systems (e.g., Git), continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) principles, and agile methodologies.

What's Included :

• 4 day instructor-led training
• Official Study guide
• Labs (as required) for hands-on learning
• Certified Trainer delivering the class
• Case studies of implementations
• Hands-on projects & exercises 
• Q&A sessions and troubleshooting exercises

Module 1: Introduction to DevOps Practices

• Understanding DevOps principles and benefits
• Introduction to Microsoft Azure DevOps Services
• Overview of Azure DevOps tools and capabilities

Module 2: Planning for DevOps

• Designing a DevOps strategy
• Implementing source control using Azure Repos or GitHub
• Implementing continuous integration with Azure Pipelines

Module 3: Implementing Continuous Delivery

• Configuring release management with Azure Pipelines
• Implementing deployment strategies (blue/green, canary)
• Automating deployment using release gates and approvals

Module 4: Implementing Dependency Management

• Managing dependencies using Azure Artifacts
• Integrating package management into CI/CD pipelines
• Versioning and artifact management best practices

Module 5: Implementing Application Infrastructure

• Designing infrastructure as code using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates
• Configuring infrastructure automation with Azure DevTest Labs
• Implementing configuration management with Azure Automation DSC

Module 6: Implementing Continuous Feedback

• Collecting and analyzing telemetry data using Azure Monitor
• Implementing application insights for monitoring and diagnostics
• Integrating feedback loops into development and operations

Module 7: Designing for Security and Compliance

• Implementing security practices in DevOps workflows
• Integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure Security Center)
• Implementing compliance and governance using Azure Policy

Module 8: Implementing Collaborative Development

• Implementing code review workflows with pull requests
• Integrating code quality and testing into CI/CD pipelines
• Implementing code branching strategies (e.g., GitFlow, trunk-based development)

Module 9: Case Studies and Best Practices

• Real-world case studies of successful DevOps implementations
• Best practices for designing and implementing DevOps solutions
• Hands-on labs and exercises to reinforce learning

Module 10: Exam Preparation and Certification

• Review of key topics and concepts covered in the course
• Practice exams and quizzes for exam preparation
• Strategies for taking the AZ-400 certification exam

This course outline provides a structured approach to learning about designing and implementing DevOps solutions using Microsoft Azure, ensuring participants are well-prepared for the AZ-400 certification exam and equipped with practical DevOps skills for real-world scenarios.