DevOps Masters Program
In-depth coverage of DevOps on all Platforms: Data Center, Azure, AWS and GCP
Learn in-demand DevOps and Cloud skills
Amplify your Career Opportunities
Get hired as a DevOps or Cloud Engineer with our super intense DevOps training program. In-Depth with production grade real-life projects.
The only unique course that specializes in Infrastructure Automation, Application Automation and Security Automation.

Go from Zero to Hero
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
confidently work
- Manage Rollouts
- Deploy IT Infrastructure
- Deploy Applications
- Perform Root Cause Analysis
- Maximize Observability
- Gain Real-time Insights
- Secure The Perimeter, Apps, DB
confidently design
- Identify Requirements & Goals
- Build Cloud, App, DB Architecture
- Design Service-oriented or Microservices Architecture
- Include Security in your Design
- Design for Failure
- Design for Automation
Implement Best practices
- Implement Well-Architected Frameworks across Azure, AWS & GCP
- Meet Compliance Requirements
- Implement an Incident Response Plan
- Meet the 5 Pillars: Cost Optimization, Operations Excellence, Reliability, Performance Efficiency, Security
Course Highlights
DevOps engineering is a highly sought-after skill set in the modern job market.

Course Delivery
Live & On-line Learning
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Course Flow
Syllabus
- History of Linux
- What is a Linux Distribution?
- Widely used Linux Distros
- Linux Server on Azure, AWS, GCP
- Working with SSH Keys
- User, Group, Password Management
- File and Directory Permissions
- Network Management (Including DNS)
- Services Management
- Software Management
- Backup & Recovery
- Job Scheduling
- Installing DevOps Tools
- Installing Azure, AWS and GCP Tools
- Web Server Management
- Logging and Monitoring
- Shell Scripts
- CASE STUDY: Why majority hosting providers use Linux, and which Linux Distro to choose?
- Real World Project: Deploy Forwarding DNS Servers for your Organization/Hosting Provider
- Windows Editions
- Installing Windows Server 2022
- Windows Domain Model
- Installing Active Directory
- Adding Clients to Domain
- User and Group Management
- Authentication Protocols
- Authorization
- Group Policies
- DNS
- DHCP
- Event Viewers
- CASE STUDY: How Microsoft implemented Active Directory for themselves?
- Real World Project: How to Design and Integrate two organizations during a Merger or Acquisition?
- Web Site vs Web App vs API
- TLS vs SSL Encryption
- SSL Certificates
- Web Servers: Apache, NGINX, Tomcat, IIS
- Hosting Single vs Multiple Web Sites
- Hosting SSL enabled website on Apache, Nginx and IIS
- Hosting via control Panel
- N-tier Architecture
- Installing MySQL Database Server
- Hosting a Website with a Frontend Website and a Backend Database Server
- Reverse Proxy vs Load Balancer vs API Gateway
- Implementing an NGINX Reverse Proxy
- What is SSL Offloading?
- What is a CDN, Content Delivery Network?
- CDN Comparison: Cloudflare vs Fastly
- Case Study: WordPress Hosting vs Web Hosting vs VPS Hosting
- Real World Projects:
- Implementing CPANEL on Ubuntu Server
- Hosting a WordPress site using CPANEL
- Migrating a WordPress site between different servers
Module 1: Introduction to Identity and Access Management
- Overview of Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Introduction to IAM
- Importance of IAM in Cloud and DevOps
- Key IAM Concepts: Authentication, Authorization, Federation
- Introduction to Azure Entra ID
- What is Azure Entra ID?
- Features and Capabilities
- Use Cases for Entra ID in DevOps
- Azure Entra ID Architecture and Components
- Tenant, Directory, and Subscription
- Users, Groups, and Roles
- Applications and Service Principals
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Entra ID
- Setting Up Azure Entra ID
- Creating and Configuring a Tenant
- Managing Users and Groups
- Using Azure CLI and PowerShell for Entra ID
- Authentication Methods
- Password-Based Authentication
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Passwordless Authentication
- Managing Devices and Applications
- Registering and Managing Devices
- Integrating Applications with Entra ID
- Using Enterprise Applications
Module 3: Managing Access and Permissions
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Understanding RBAC
- Creating and Assigning Roles
- Managing Permissions
- Conditional Access Policies
- Introduction to Conditional Access
- Creating and Configuring Policies
- Best Practices for Conditional Access
- Governance
- Access Reviews
- Entitlement Management
- Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
Module 4: Security and Compliance
- Azure Entra ID Security Features
- Identity Protection
- Risk Detection and Remediation
- Securing Privileged Accounts
- Compliance and Regulatory Requirements
- Compliance in Azure Entra ID
- Implementing Security Best Practices
- Auditing and Reporting
- Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitoring Entra ID Activity
- Configuring Alerts and Notifications
- Using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
Module 5: Integrating Azure Entra ID with DevOps Practices
- Integrating Entra ID with DevOps Tools
- Using Entra ID with Azure DevOps
- Integrating with GitHub and Other CI/CD Tools
- Service Principals and Managed Identities
- Automating Identity and Access Management
- Using ARM Templates for IAM
- Implementing IAM with Terraform
- Scripting IAM Tasks with PowerShell and CLI
- Identity Management in CI/CD Pipelines
- Secure DevOps Practices
- Managing Secrets and Credentials
- Integrating IAM in CI/CD Workflows
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Entra ID Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in IAM Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Entra ID in a DevOps Environment
- Identity and Access Management Strategy
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Security and Compliance Considerations
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Azure Entra ID
- Implementing Conditional Access Policies
- Configure Single Sign On (SSO) with AWS
- Integrating Entra ID with DevOps Tools
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete IAM Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Virtual Machines
- Overview of Cloud Computing
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Benefits of Cloud Computing
- Types of Cloud Services: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
- Introduction to Microsoft Azure
- What is Azure?
- Azure Services Overview
- Azure Global Infrastructure
- Introduction to Virtual Machines
- What is a Virtual Machine?
- Use Cases for Virtual Machines in DevOps
- Comparison with Containers
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Virtual Machines
- Creating and Configuring Virtual Machines
- Creating a Virtual Machine in Azure Portal
- Configuring VM Settings: Size, OS, and Region
- Deploying a VM using Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell
- Understanding VM Pricing and Costs
- Azure VM Pricing Models
- Managing and Optimizing VM Costs
- Connecting to Azure Virtual Machines
- Connecting to Windows VMs using RDP
- Connecting to Linux VMs using SSH
Module 3: Managing Azure Virtual Machines
- VM Management and Monitoring
- Managing VMs in Azure Portal
- Monitoring VM Performance and Health
- Configuring Alerts and Diagnostics
- Scaling Azure Virtual Machines
- Understanding VM Scaling
- Manual Scaling vs. Autoscaling
- Configuring Scale Sets
- VM Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Backup Strategies for VMs
- Configuring Azure Backup
- Setting Up Azure Site Recovery
Module 4: Networking and Security for VMs
- Networking for Azure VMs
- Virtual Networks and Subnets
- Network Security Groups
- Configuring Public and Private IPs
- Securing Azure Virtual Machines
- Azure Security Center
- Implementing VM Security Best Practices
- Using Azure Bastion for Secure Access
Module 5: Advanced VM Configurations
- Custom Images and VM Extensions
- Creating and Using Custom VM Images
- Configuring VM Extensions
- Automating VM Deployments
- Introduction to ARM Templates
- Using Terraform with Azure VMs
- Automating VM Deployments with Azure DevOps
Module 6: Integrating Azure VMs with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Setting Up CI/CD Pipelines with Azure DevOps
- Deploying Applications to VMs
- Configuration Management
- Introduction to Configuration Management Tools
- Using Ansible, Chef, and Puppet with Azure VMs
- Logging and Monitoring with DevOps Tools
- Integrating Azure Monitor with DevOps Tools
- Using Log Analytics and Application Insights
Module 7: Case Studies and Best Practices
- Case Studies of Azure VM Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Best Practices for Managing Azure VMs in a DevOps Environment
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Security and Compliance Considerations
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 8: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Creating and Configuring VMs
- Automating VM Deployments with ARM Templates
- Setting Up a CI/CD Pipeline to Deploy to VMs
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete VM-based Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Virtual Networks
- Overview of Cloud Computing
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Benefits of Cloud Computing
- Types of Cloud Services: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
- Introduction to Microsoft Azure
- What is Azure?
- Azure Services Overview
- Azure Global Infrastructure
- Introduction to Virtual Networks
- What is a Virtual Network (VNet)?
- Benefits of Using VNets
- Use Cases for VNets in DevOps
Module 2: Basics of Azure Virtual Networks
- Creating and Configuring VNets
- Creating a VNet in Azure Portal
- Configuring Address Spaces and Subnets
- Deploying VNets using Azure CLI and Azure PowerShell
- VNet Components and Architecture
- Subnets and IP Addressing
- Network Security Groups (NSGs)
- Route Tables and User-Defined Routes (UDRs)
- VNet Peering and Connectivity
- VNet Peering Concepts
- Configuring VNet Peering
- Understanding VNet-to-VNet Connectivity
Module 3: Advanced VNet Configuration
- Configuring Network Security
- NSGs and Application Security Groups (ASGs)
- Configuring Firewall Rules
- Azure DDoS Protection
- Hybrid Network Architectures
- Configuring VPN Gateways
- Site-to-Site VPN
- ExpressRoute and Private Connectivity
- Load Balancing and Traffic Management
- Azure Load Balancer
- Application Gateway
- Traffic Manager
Module 4: Managing and Monitoring VNets
- Network Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Network Watcher
- Connection Monitor
- Network Performance Monitor
- Logging and Troubleshooting
- Configuring Network Security Group Flow Logs
- Diagnosing Connectivity Issues
- Using Azure Monitor for Network Insights
- Scaling and Optimizing VNets
- Scaling VNets and Subnets
- Optimizing Network Performance
- Best Practices for Network Architecture
Module 5: Integrating VNets with DevOps Practices
- Automation with Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using ARM Templates for VNet Deployment
- Implementing VNets with Terraform
- Azure DevOps Pipelines for Network Automation
- CI/CD for Network Configurations
- Continuous Deployment of Network Changes
- Managing Network Configurations as Code
- Integrating Network Changes in CI/CD Pipelines
- Security and Compliance in DevOps
- Ensuring Network Security in DevOps Processes
- Compliance and Regulatory Considerations
- Security Testing and Automation
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of VNet Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Network Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing VNets in a DevOps Environment
- Network Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Creating and Configuring VNets
- Implementing VNet Peering and VPN Gateways
- Setting Up Load Balancing and Traffic Management
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete VNet-based Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Storage
- Overview of Cloud Storage
- Introduction to Cloud Storage
- Benefits of Cloud Storage
- Types of Cloud Storage Services: Block, File, Object, and Queue Storage
- Introduction to Azure Storage
- What is Azure Storage?
- Azure Storage Services Overview
- Key Concepts: Storage Accounts, Containers, Blobs
- Azure Storage Architecture
- Regions and Availability Zones
- Redundancy Options: LRS, ZRS, GRS, RA-GRS
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Storage
- Creating and Configuring Storage Accounts
- Types of Storage Accounts: General Purpose v2, Blob Storage, etc.
- Creating a Storage Account in Azure Portal
- Configuring Storage Account Settings
- Azure Blob Storage
- Understanding Blobs: Block, Append, Page Blobs
- Managing Blobs and Containers
- Blob Tiers: Hot, Cool, Archive
- Azure File Storage
- Understanding Azure Files
- Configuring and Accessing File Shares
- Using Azure File Sync
Module 3: Advanced Azure Storage Services
- Azure Table Storage
- Introduction to Table Storage
- Managing Tables and Entities
- Querying Table Storage
- Azure Queue Storage
- Introduction to Queue Storage
- Managing Queues and Messages
- Integrating Queue Storage with Applications
- Azure Disk Storage
- Introduction to Managed Disks
- Configuring Disks for VMs
- Performance and Scalability Considerations
Module 4: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure Storage
- Configuring Storage Account Security
- Implementing Shared Access Signatures (SAS)
- Using Azure Key Vault for Encryption Keys
- Compliance and Data Protection
- Ensuring Data Compliance in Azure Storage
- Data Protection and Retention Policies
- Auditing and Monitoring Storage Access
- Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Configuring Azure Monitor for Storage
- Using Log Analytics for Storage Insights
- Setting Up Alerts and Diagnostics
Module 5: Integrating Azure Storage with DevOps Practices
- Automation with Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using ARM Templates for Storage Resources
- Implementing Storage with Terraform
- Automating Storage Management with Azure CLI and PowerShell
- CI/CD for Storage Configurations
- Integrating Azure Storage in CI/CD Pipelines
- Managing Storage Configurations as Code
- Implementing Versioning and Rollback Strategies
- Storage Management in DevOps Workflows
- Using Azure DevOps for Storage Management
- Integrating Storage Solutions in DevOps Practices
- Optimizing Storage Performance and Costs
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure Storage Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Storage Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure Storage in a DevOps Environment
- Storage Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Creating and Configuring Storage Accounts
- Implementing Blob Storage and Access Policies
- Setting Up and Managing Azure File Shares
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Storage Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure App Services
- Overview of Cloud Application Hosting
- Introduction to Cloud Application Hosting
- Benefits of Cloud Hosting
- Types of Cloud Hosting Services: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
- Introduction to Azure App Services
- What is Azure App Service?
- Azure App Service Features and Benefits
- App Service Plans and Pricing
- Azure App Service Architecture
- Regions and Availability Zones
- App Service Environments (ASE)
- High Availability and Scalability
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure App Services
- Creating and Configuring App Services
- Creating an App Service in Azure Portal
- Configuring App Service Settings
- Managing App Service Plans
- Deploying Web Apps
- Understanding Web Apps
- Deploying Web Apps using Azure Portal, CLI, and PowerShell
- Configuring Deployment Slots
- Deploying API Apps and Mobile Apps
- Introduction to API Apps
- Creating and Deploying API Apps
- Configuring and Managing Mobile Apps
Module 3: Advanced Azure App Service Configurations
- Custom Domains and SSL
- Configuring Custom Domains
- Managing SSL Certificates
- Enforcing HTTPS for Applications
- Scaling and Performance
- Manual and Autoscaling Options
- Configuring Autoscale Rules
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
- Application Settings and Configurations
- Managing App Settings and Connection Strings
- Using Application Configuration and Key Vault
- Setting Up Diagnostic Logging
Module 4: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure App Services
- Configuring Authentication and Authorization
- Integrating with Azure AD and Identity Providers
- Implementing Application Security Best Practices
- Compliance and Data Protection
- Ensuring Compliance in App Services
- Data Protection and Retention Policies
- Auditing and Monitoring Application Access
- Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Configuring Azure Monitor for App Services
- Using Application Insights for Performance and Diagnostics
- Setting Up Alerts and Monitoring Dashboards
Module 5: Integrating Azure App Services with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Setting Up CI/CD Pipelines with Azure DevOps
- Integrating with GitHub, Bitbucket, and Other Repositories
- Implementing Blue-Green and Canary Deployments
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using ARM Templates for App Services
- Implementing App Services with Terraform
- Automating Deployments with Azure CLI and PowerShell
- Managing App Services in DevOps Workflows
- Using Azure DevOps for Application Management
- Integrating App Services in DevOps Practices
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure App Services Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in App Service Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure App Services in a DevOps Environment
- Application Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Creating and Configuring App Services
- Deploying Web Apps and API Apps
- Implementing Custom Domains and SSL
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete App Service Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Load Balancing
- Overview of Load Balancing
- Introduction to Load Balancing
- Importance of Load Balancing in Cloud and DevOps
- Types of Load Balancers: Layer 4 vs. Layer 7
- Introduction to Azure Load Balancer
- What is Azure Load Balancer?
- Features and Benefits
- Use Cases for Azure Load Balancer
- Azure Load Balancer Architecture
- Regions and Availability Zones
- SKU Types: Basic vs. Standard
- High Availability and Scalability
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Load Balancer
- Creating and Configuring Load Balancers
- Creating a Load Balancer in Azure Portal
- Configuring Frontend IP Configurations
- Setting Up Backend Pools
- Configuring Health Probes and Load Balancing Rules
- Understanding Health Probes
- Creating and Configuring Health Probes
- Configuring Load Balancing Rules
- Deploying and Managing Load Balancers
- Deploying Load Balancers using Azure CLI and PowerShell
- Managing and Updating Load Balancer Configurations
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
Module 3: Advanced Load Balancer Configurations
- Load Balancing for VMs and Virtual Machine Scale Sets
- Configuring Load Balancers for VMs
- Integrating with Virtual Machine Scale Sets
- Load Balancing Traffic across VM Instances
- Inbound and Outbound Rules
- Configuring Inbound NAT Rules
- Understanding Outbound Rules
- Implementing Advanced Rule Configurations
- Cross-Region Load Balancing
- Configuring Global Load Balancer
- Implementing Cross-Region Redundancy
- Optimizing Performance and Latency
Module 4: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure Load Balancer
- Configuring Network Security Groups (NSGs)
- Implementing DDoS Protection
- Best Practices for Load Balancer Security
- Compliance and Data Protection
- Ensuring Compliance in Load Balancer Configurations
- Data Protection and Retention Policies
- Auditing and Monitoring Traffic
- Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Configuring Azure Monitor for Load Balancers
- Using Log Analytics for Traffic Insights
- Setting Up Alerts and Monitoring Dashboards
Module 5: Integrating Azure Load Balancer with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Integrating Load Balancers in CI/CD Pipelines
- Automating Deployment with Azure DevOps
- Managing Configuration as Code
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using ARM Templates for Load Balancers
- Implementing Load Balancers with Terraform
- Automating Load Balancer Configurations with Azure CLI and PowerShell
- Managing Load Balancers in DevOps Workflows
- Using Azure DevOps for Load Balancer Management
- Integrating Load Balancers in DevOps Practices
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure Load Balancer Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Load Balancer Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure Load Balancers in a DevOps Environment
- Load Balancer Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Creating and Configuring Load Balancers
- Implementing Health Probes and Load Balancing Rules
- Deploying Load Balancers with VMs and Scale Sets
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Load Balancing Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Application Gateway
- Overview of Application Delivery
- Introduction to Application Delivery Controllers (ADCs)
- Importance of ADCs in Cloud and DevOps
- Types of Load Balancers: Layer 4 vs. Layer 7
- Introduction to Azure Application Gateway
- What is Azure Application Gateway?
- Features and Benefits
- Use Cases for Application Gateway in DevOps
- Azure Application Gateway Architecture
- Regions and Availability Zones
- SKU Types: Standard, Standard_v2, WAF, WAF_v2
- High Availability and Scalability
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Application Gateway
- Creating and Configuring Application Gateways
- Creating an Application Gateway in Azure Portal
- Configuring Frontend IP Configurations
- Setting Up Backend Pools
- Routing and Load Balancing
- Configuring Listeners and Rules
- Path-based Routing and URL Redirects
- Session Affinity and Cookie-based Routing
- Deploying and Managing Application Gateways
- Deploying Application Gateways using Azure CLI and PowerShell
- Managing and Updating Application Gateway Configurations
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
Module 3: Advanced Application Gateway Configurations
- Web Application Firewall (WAF)
- Introduction to WAF
- Configuring WAF Policies
- Protecting Applications from Common Threats
- SSL Termination and End-to-End SSL
- Configuring SSL Certificates
- Implementing SSL Termination
- Enabling End-to-End SSL Encryption
- Custom Error Pages and Rewrite Rules
- Configuring Custom Error Pages
- Implementing Rewrite Rules
- Advanced Rule Configurations
Module 4: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure Application Gateway
- Configuring Network Security Groups (NSGs)
- Implementing DDoS Protection
- Best Practices for Application Gateway Security
- Compliance and Data Protection
- Ensuring Compliance in Application Gateway Configurations
- Data Protection and Retention Policies
- Auditing and Monitoring Traffic
- Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Configuring Azure Monitor for Application Gateway
- Using Log Analytics for Traffic Insights
- Setting Up Alerts and Monitoring Dashboards
Module 5: Integrating Azure Application Gateway with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Integrating Application Gateway in CI/CD Pipelines
- Automating Deployment with Azure DevOps
- Managing Configuration as Code
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using ARM Templates for Application Gateway
- Implementing Application Gateway with Terraform
- Automating Application Gateway Configurations with Azure CLI and PowerShell
- Managing Application Gateway in DevOps Workflows
- Using Azure DevOps for Application Gateway Management
- Integrating Application Gateway in DevOps Practices
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure Application Gateway Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Application Gateway Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure Application Gateway in a DevOps Environment
- Application Gateway Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Creating and Configuring Application Gateways
- Implementing Path-based Routing and SSL Termination
- Configuring WAF Policies and Custom Error Pages
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Application Gateway Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Monitor
- Overview of Monitoring and Observability
- Importance of Monitoring in Cloud and DevOps
- Key Concepts: Metrics, Logs, and Alerts
- Overview of Observability
- Introduction to Azure Monitor
- What is Azure Monitor?
- Features and Benefits
- Core Components of Azure Monitor: Metrics, Logs, Alerts, and Visualizations
- Azure Monitor Architecture
- Data Collection and Storage
- Integrations with Other Azure Services
- Scalability and High Availability
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Monitor
- Setting Up Azure Monitor
- Enabling Azure Monitor in the Azure Portal
- Configuring Data Sources for Monitoring
- Using Azure CLI and PowerShell for Setup
- Monitoring Metrics
- Collecting and Analyzing Metrics
- Custom Metrics and Metric Alerts
- Using Metric Explorer for Visualizations
- Monitoring Logs
- Introduction to Azure Log Analytics
- Configuring Log Collection and Data Sources
- Writing and Executing Kusto Query Language (KQL) Queries
Module 3: Advanced Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Application Monitoring with Application Insights
- Setting Up Application Insights
- Monitoring Web Applications and APIs
- Custom Telemetry and Distributed Tracing
- Infrastructure Monitoring
- Monitoring Virtual Machines and Scale Sets
- Monitoring Containers and Kubernetes (Azure Kubernetes Service)
- Monitoring Network and Storage Resources
- Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
- Configuring Diagnostic Settings
- Using Azure Monitor Workbooks
- Troubleshooting Common Issues with Azure Monitor
Module 4: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure Monitor
- Configuring Access Control and RBAC
- Data Encryption and Compliance
- Best Practices for Monitoring Security
- Compliance and Data Protection
- Ensuring Compliance in Monitoring Solutions
- Data Retention and Protection Policies
- Auditing and Monitoring Access to Data
- Monitoring Cost Management
- Understanding Azure Monitor Pricing
- Optimizing Costs with Data Collection Rules
- Monitoring and Managing Costs
Module 5: Integrating Azure Monitor with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Monitoring and Feedback Loops
- Integrating Azure Monitor with CI/CD Pipelines
- Automating Monitoring Configuration with Azure DevOps
- Implementing Continuous Feedback Loops
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using ARM Templates for Azure Monitor Configuration
- Implementing Monitoring with Terraform
- Automating Monitoring Setups with Azure CLI and PowerShell
- Monitoring in DevOps Workflows
- Using Azure DevOps for Monitoring Management
- Integrating Azure Monitor in DevOps Practices
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure Monitor Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Monitoring Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure Monitor in a DevOps Environment
- Monitoring Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Azure Monitor
- Implementing Application Insights for Web Applications
- Configuring Alerts and Dashboards
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Monitoring Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Version Control
- Overview of Version Control Systems (VCS)
- Importance of Version Control in Software Development
- Types of Version Control Systems: Centralized vs. Distributed
- Key Concepts: Repositories, Commits, Branches, Merges
- Introduction to Git
- What is Git?
- History and Evolution of Git
- Key Features and Benefits of Using Git
- Git Architecture
- Git Object Model: Blobs, Trees, Commits
- Local vs. Remote Repositories
- Understanding the Git Workflow
Module 2: Getting Started with Git
- Setting Up Git
- Installing Git on Different Platforms
- Configuring Git: Username, Email, and Aliases
- Understanding .gitconfig and .gitignore
- Basic Git Commands
- Initializing a Repository: git init
- Cloning a Repository: git clone
- Recording Changes: git add, git commit
- Viewing History: git log, git diff
- Working with Branches
- Creating and Switching Branches: git branch, git checkout
- Merging Branches: git merge
- Resolving Conflicts
Module 3: Advanced Git Usage
- Remote Repositories
- Adding and Removing Remotes: git remote
- Pushing and Pulling Changes: git push, git pull
- Fetching and Syncing with Remotes: git fetch, git rebase
- Branching Strategies
- Understanding Git Flow, GitHub Flow, and Trunk-based Development
- Implementing Feature Branches, Hotfixes, and Releases
- Best Practices for Branch Management
- Stashing and Tagging
- Saving Work with Stashes: git stash
- Applying and Managing Stashes
- Tagging Commits: git tag
- Annotated vs. Lightweight Tags
Module 4: Collaboration and Code Review
- Collaborative Workflows
- Forking Repositories
- Submitting Pull Requests
- Code Review Best Practices
- Managing Contributions
- Using Issues and Project Boards
- Assigning and Managing Tasks
- Integrating Git with Project Management Tools
- Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD)
- Setting Up CI/CD Pipelines with Git Repositories
- Integrating Git with CI/CD Tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps
- Automating Testing and Deployment
Module 5: Security and Compliance
- Securing Git Repositories
- Implementing Access Controls and Permissions
- Using SSH Keys for Authentication
- Best Practices for Securing Git Repositories
- Compliance and Auditing
- Ensuring Compliance in Version Control Practices
- Auditing Repository Changes and History
- Using Git Hooks for Compliance
- Backup and Recovery
- Strategies for Repository Backup
- Recovering from Corrupt Repositories
- Using git fsck and git reflog for Recovery
Module 6: Integrating Git with DevOps Practices
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Managing Infrastructure with Git
- Using Git to Version Configuration Files
- Integrating Git with Terraform and Ansible
- GitOps
- Understanding GitOps Principles
- Implementing GitOps Workflows
- Tools for GitOps: ArgoCD, Flux
- Managing Git in DevOps Workflows
- Using Git for Continuous Feedback Loops
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
- Best Practices for Git in DevOps
Module 7: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Git Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Git Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Git in a DevOps Environment
- Repository Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 8: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Git Repositories
- Implementing Branching Strategies and Workflows
- Collaborating with Pull Requests and Code Reviews
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Version Control Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure DevOps and Azure Repos
- Overview of Azure DevOps
- Introduction to Azure DevOps
- Key Services: Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Test Plans, Artifacts
- Features and Benefits of Using Azure DevOps
- Introduction to Azure Repos
- What is Azure Repos?
- History and Evolution of Azure Repos
- Features and Benefits of Using Azure Repos
- Understanding Version Control Systems
- Importance of Version Control in Software Development
- Types of Version Control Systems: Centralized vs. Distributed
- Key Concepts: Repositories, Commits, Branches, Merges
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Repos
- Setting Up Azure Repos
- Creating a DevOps Organization and Project
- Navigating the Azure DevOps Portal
- Creating and Configuring Repositories in Azure Repos
- Basic Git Operations in Azure Repos
- Cloning a Repository
- Recording Changes: git add, git commit
- Viewing History: git log, git diff
- Pushing and Pulling Changes: git push, git pull
- Managing Repositories
- Managing Repository Permissions and Access Control
- Setting Up Branch Policies and Protection
- Using Tags and Releases
Module 3: Branching and Merging Strategies
- Branching Models and Strategies
- Understanding Branching Models: GitFlow, GitHub Flow, Trunk-Based Development
- Creating and Managing Branches
- Best Practices for Branching
- Merging and Conflict Resolution
- Performing Merges in Azure Repos
- Handling Merge Conflicts
- Using Rebase and Cherry-Pick
- Pull Requests and Code Reviews
- Creating and Managing Pull Requests
- Conducting Code Reviews
- Using Pull Request Templates
Module 4: Advanced Git Operations in Azure Repos
- Rewriting History
- Using git rebase and git reset
- Interactive Rebase
- Amending Commits
- Stashing and Cleaning
- Using git stash to Save Changes Temporarily
- Cleaning Up Untracked Files
- Managing Stashed Changes
- Submodules and Monorepos
- Using Git Submodules
- Managing Monorepos in Azure Repos
- Best Practices for Large Repositories
Module 5: Integrating Azure Repos with CI/CD
- Setting Up Continuous Integration (CI)
- Integrating Azure Repos with Azure Pipelines
- Automating Builds with CI Pipelines
- Running Unit Tests and Integration Tests
- Continuous Deployment (CD)
- Setting Up CD Pipelines
- Deploying Applications to Different Environments
- Using Deployment Strategies: Blue-Green, Canary
- Using Git Hooks and Extensions
- Implementing Server-Side and Client-Side Hooks
- Integrating with Git Extensions and Plugins
- Customizing Workflows with Git Hooks
Module 6: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure Repos
- Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Using Branch Policies for Security
- Managing Secrets and Sensitive Information
- Compliance and Auditing
- Ensuring Compliance in Repositories
- Auditing Repository Activity
- Using Compliance Tools and Integrations
- Monitoring and Alerts
- Setting Up Repository Monitoring
- Integrating with Monitoring Tools: Application Insights, Prometheus, Grafana
- Configuring Alerts and Notifications
Module 7: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure Repos Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Azure Repos Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure Repos in a DevOps Environment
- Repository Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 8: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Azure Repos
- Managing Branches and Pull Requests
- Integrating Azure Repos with Azure Pipelines
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Version Control and CI/CD Solution with Azure Repos for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Docker
- Overview of Containerization
- Importance of Containers in Cloud and DevOps
- Differences Between Containers and Virtual Machines
- Key Concepts: Images, Containers, Docker Engine
- Introduction to Docker
- What is Docker?
- History and Evolution of Docker
- Features and Benefits of Using Docker
- Docker Architecture
- Docker Engine Components
- Understanding Docker CLI and Docker Daemon
- Docker Registry: Docker Hub, Private Registries
Module 2: Getting Started with Docker
- Installing Docker
- Installing Docker on Different Platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux)
- Configuring Docker: Docker Desktop, Docker Engine
- Verifying Installation and Configuration
- Docker Images and Containers
- Understanding Docker Images
- Pulling and Pushing Images to Docker Hub
- Creating and Running Containers
- Managing Containers: Start, Stop, Restart, Remove
- Dockerfile and Image Creation
- Introduction to Dockerfile Syntax
- Building Custom Images Using Dockerfile
- Best Practices for Writing Dockerfiles
Module 3: Advanced Docker Usage
- Data Management
- Understanding Volumes and Bind Mounts
- Managing Data in Containers
- Backup and Restore Strategies
- Networking in Docker
- Docker Networking Concepts
- Creating and Managing Docker Networks
- Connecting Containers to Networks
- Docker Compose
- Introduction to Docker Compose
- Defining Multi-Container Applications
- Managing Applications with Docker Compose
Module 4: Docker in Production
- Security and Compliance
- Securing Docker Images and Containers
- Implementing Best Practices for Docker Security
- Scanning Images for Vulnerabilities
- Monitoring and Logging
- Monitoring Docker Containers
- Integrating with Monitoring Tools: Prometheus, Grafana
- Logging Practices and Integration with ELK Stack
- Scaling and Load Balancing
- Scaling Applications with Docker
- Load Balancing Strategies for Docker Containers
- Using Docker Swarm for Orchestration
Module 5: Integrating Docker with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Integrating Docker with CI/CD Pipelines
- Automating Builds, Tests, and Deployments with Docker
- Using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps with Docker
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Managing Infrastructure with Docker and Terraform
- Versioning Configuration Files with Git
- Automating Infrastructure Setup with Docker
- Managing Docker in DevOps Workflows
- Implementing GitOps with Docker
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
- Best Practices for Docker in DevOps
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Docker Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Docker Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Docker in a DevOps Environment
- Container Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Docker Environments
- Building and Running Docker Containers
- Implementing Docker Compose for Multi-Container Applications
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Containerization Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Container Registry (ACR)
- Overview of Containerization and Image Registries
- Introduction to Containerization
- Importance of Container Registries
- Key Concepts: Docker Images, Containers, Registries
- Introduction to Azure Container Registry (ACR)
- What is Azure Container Registry?
- Features and Benefits of Using ACR
- Comparison with Other Container Registries
- Understanding Docker and ACR
- Docker Image Management Basics
- Pushing and Pulling Images to/from ACR
- Docker Registry Concepts: Tags, Repositories, Layers
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Container Registry (ACR)
- Creating and Configuring ACR
- Creating an ACR Instance
- Configuring Access Control and Authentication
- Managing ACR Repositories and Images
- Securing ACR
- Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Using Azure AD for Authentication
- Implementing Policies and Security Best Practices
- Managing Docker Images in ACR
- Uploading and Managing Docker Images
- Working with ACR Repositories and Tags
- Deleting Images and Repositories
Module 3: Advanced ACR Features
- Azure ACR Tasks
- Automating Image Builds with ACR Tasks
- Integrating ACR Tasks with CI/CD Pipelines
- Configuring Task Triggers
- Geo-Replication
- Configuring Geo-Replication for ACR
- Managing Replicated Registries
- Using Azure Traffic Manager with ACR
- Integration with AKS and Other Services
- Pulling Images from ACR in AKS Deployments
- Integrating ACR with Azure DevOps Pipelines
- Using ACR with Azure Functions and App Services
Module 4: Monitoring and Management
- Monitoring ACR
- Monitoring Image Pushes and Pulls
- Analyzing ACR Metrics and Logs
- Setting Up Alerts and Notifications
- Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Strategies for Backup and Restore in ACR
- Disaster Recovery Planning for ACR
- Using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery
- Cost Management
- Cost Optimization Strategies for ACR
- Managing Storage and Data Transfer Costs
- Implementing Tagging and Resource Group Management
Module 5: Security and Compliance
- Security Best Practices
- Implementing Secure Access Controls
- Configuring Network Security for ACR
- Using Azure Security Center with ACR
- Compliance and Auditing
- Ensuring Compliance in ACR Deployments
- Auditing ACR Activities and Access
- Using Compliance Tools and Integrations
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of ACR Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in ACR Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing ACR in a DevOps Environment
- ACR Design and Planning
- Integration with CI/CD Pipelines
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring Strategies
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring ACR
- Uploading and Managing Docker Images
- Automating Image Builds with ACR Tasks
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Containerized Application Workflow with ACR
- Integrating ACR with AKS, Azure DevOps, and Monitoring Tools
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Container Apps
- Introduction to Azure Container Apps
- What is Azure Container Apps?
- Features and Benefits of Using Azure Container Apps
- Comparison with Other Serverless Container Platforms
- Understanding Container Apps Architecture
- Azure Container Apps Core Components
- Integration with Azure Networking and Services
- Deployment Models and Scalability Options
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Container Apps
- Creating Azure Container Apps
- Creating a Container App Resource in Azure
- Configuring Docker Compose or Kubernetes Manifests
- Managing Container Apps through Azure Portal and CLI
- Deploying Applications to Azure Container Apps
- Deploying Dockerized Applications
- Configuring Environment Variables and Secrets
- Container Startup and Initialization
- Scaling and High Availability
- Scaling Azure Container Apps Instances
- Configuring Auto-Scaling Rules
- Implementing High Availability Strategies
Module 3: Advanced Azure Container Apps Features
- Networking and Integration
- Configuring Azure Virtual Networks (VNet) Integration
- Using Azure API Management and Application Gateway
- Service Discovery and Load Balancing
- Monitoring and Logging
- Monitoring Azure Container Apps with Azure Monitor
- Collecting Logs and Metrics
- Setting Up Alerts and Notifications
- CI/CD with Azure Container Apps
- Automating Deployments with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
- Implementing Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Blue-Green Deployments and Canary Releases
Module 4: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure Container Apps
- Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Network Security Best Practices
- Integrating with Azure Security Center
- Compliance and Auditing
- Ensuring Compliance in Azure Container Apps Deployments
- Auditing Container Apps Activities
- Using Compliance Tools and Integrations
Module 5: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure Container Apps Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Azure Container Apps Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure Container Apps in a DevOps Environment
- Design Patterns for Azure Container Apps
- Cost Management and Optimization Strategies
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 6: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Azure Container Apps
- Deploying Applications and Managing Containers
- Implementing CI/CD Pipelines for Azure Container Apps
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Scalable Microservices Architecture with Azure Container Apps
- Integrating Azure Container Apps with Monitoring, Logging, and CI/CD Pipelines
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Container Instances (ACI)
- Overview of Containerization and Serverless Computing
- Introduction to Containers and Docker
- Serverless Computing Concepts
- Importance of Azure Container Instances (ACI)
- Introduction to Azure Container Instances (ACI)
- What is Azure Container Instances?
- Key Features and Benefits of Using ACI
- Comparison with Other Container Orchestration Services
- Understanding Container Instances
- Basics of Container Instances in Azure
- Supported Operating Systems and Workloads
- Networking and Storage Options in ACI
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Container Instances (ACI)
- Creating and Deploying Container Instances
- Creating ACI Instances through Azure Portal
- Deploying Containers with az CLI and Azure PowerShell
- Configuring Container Environment Variables and Secrets
- Managing Container Instances
- Scaling Container Instances
- Updating and Restarting Containers
- Configuring Health Probes and Monitoring
- Container Group and Multi-Container Instances
- Deploying Multi-Container Instances (Container Groups)
- Configuring Networking and Inter-Container Communication
- Using Compose for Multi-Container Deployments
Module 3: Advanced ACI Features
- Integration with Azure Services
- Integrating ACI with Azure Storage
- Using ACI with Azure Functions and Logic Apps
- Event Triggered Workflows with ACI
- Persistent Storage and Volumes
- Using Azure Files and Azure Disks with ACI
- Mounting Volumes in ACI Containers
- Handling Data Persistence and Stateful Applications
- Auto-Scaling and Auto-Healing
- Configuring Auto-Scaling Rules for ACI
- Implementing Auto-Healing Strategies
- Using Metrics and Alerts for Auto-Scaling
Module 4: CI/CD with Azure Container Instances
- Building and Pushing Container Images
- Building Docker Images Locally
- Pushing Images to Azure Container Registry (ACR)
- Integrating with Azure DevOps Pipelines
- Continuous Deployment (CD)
- Automating Deployments with Azure DevOps and ACI
- Implementing CI/CD Pipelines for ACI Deployments
- Canary Deployments and Blue-Green Deployments
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for ACI
- Managing ACI Resources with Terraform or ARM Templates
- Using Deployment Scripts for ACI Deployments
- GitOps Principles with ACI and Azure DevOps
Module 5: Security and Compliance
- Securing Azure Container Instances
- Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Configuring Network Security for ACI
- Using Azure Security Center with ACI
- Compliance and Auditing
- Ensuring Compliance in ACI Deployments
- Auditing ACI Activities and Access
- Using Compliance Tools and Integrations
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of ACI Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in ACI Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing ACI in a DevOps Environment
- ACI Design and Planning
- Integration with CI/CD Pipelines
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring Strategies
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Azure Container Instances
- Deploying Containers and Multi-Container Instances
- Implementing CI/CD Pipelines for ACI Deployments
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Scalable Serverless Architecture with ACI
- Integrating ACI with Monitoring, Logging, and CI/CD Pipelines
Module 1: Introduction to Kubernetes
- Overview of Container Orchestration
- Importance of Container Orchestration in Cloud and DevOps
- Key Concepts: Clusters, Nodes, Pods
- Comparison with Other Orchestration Tools
- Introduction to Kubernetes
- What is Kubernetes?
- History and Evolution of Kubernetes
- Features and Benefits of Using Kubernetes
- Kubernetes Architecture
- Master and Worker Nodes
- Components of Kubernetes: API Server, Scheduler, Controller Manager, etcd
- Kubernetes Objects: Pods, Services, Deployments, ConfigMaps
Module 2: Getting Started with Kubernetes
- Installing Kubernetes
- Setting Up a Local Cluster with Minikube
- Using Kubernetes on Cloud Providers (GKE, AKS, EKS)
- Installing and Configuring kubectl
- Kubernetes Concepts
- Understanding Pods and Pod Lifecycle
- Creating and Managing Deployments
- Services and Networking in Kubernetes
- Configuring and Managing Applications
- Using ConfigMaps and Secrets
- Managing Application Configuration
- Rolling Updates and Rollbacks
Module 3: Advanced Kubernetes Usage
- Storage in Kubernetes
- Persistent Volumes and Persistent Volume Claims
- Storage Classes and Dynamic Provisioning
- Using StatefulSets for Stateful Applications
- Kubernetes Networking
- Cluster Networking and Network Policies
- Service Discovery and Load Balancing
- Ingress Controllers and Ingress Resources
- Security in Kubernetes
- RBAC (Role-Based Access Control)
- Securing Kubernetes Clusters
- Implementing Network Policies
Module 4: Kubernetes in Production
- Monitoring and Logging
- Monitoring Kubernetes Clusters with Prometheus and Grafana
- Centralized Logging with the ELK Stack
- Using Kubernetes Dashboards and Tools
- Scaling and Load Balancing
- Horizontal Pod Autoscaling
- Cluster Autoscaling
- Load Balancing Strategies
- High Availability and Disaster Recovery
- Designing for High Availability
- Backup and Restore Strategies
- Disaster Recovery Planning
Module 5: Integrating Kubernetes with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Integrating Kubernetes with CI/CD Pipelines
- Automating Deployments with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps
- Using Helm for Kubernetes Package Management
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Managing Kubernetes Infrastructure with Terraform
- Using GitOps with ArgoCD and Flux
- Versioning Configuration Files with Git
- Managing Kubernetes in DevOps Workflows
- Implementing GitOps Principles
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
- Best Practices for Kubernetes in DevOps
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Kubernetes Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Kubernetes Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Kubernetes in a DevOps Environment
- Cluster Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Kubernetes Clusters
- Deploying and Managing Applications in Kubernetes
- Implementing CI/CD Pipelines for Kubernetes Deployments
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Kubernetes Solution for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Introduction to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- What is AKS?
- History and Evolution of AKS
- Features and Benefits of Using AKS
- Understanding Kubernetes Architecture
- Kubernetes Control Plane Components
- Node Components: kubelet, kube-proxy
- Networking in Kubernetes: CNI, Services, Ingress
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Setting Up AKS
- Creating an AKS Cluster
- Configuring Cluster Networking
- Integrating with Azure Active Directory (AAD)
- Managing AKS Clusters
- Scaling AKS Clusters
- Upgrading AKS Cluster Versions
- Managing Node Pools
- Deploying Applications to AKS
- Deploying Applications with kubectl
- Using Helm for Package Management
- Configuring and Managing Secrets
Module 3: Advanced AKS Features
- Storage Options
- Using Azure Disks and Azure Files with AKS
- Persistent Volumes and Persistent Volume Claims (PVCs)
- Configuring Storage Classes
- Networking and Service Mesh
- Configuring Kubernetes Networking in AKS
- Using Network Policies for Security
- Service Mesh with Istio or Linkerd
- Monitoring and Logging
- Monitoring AKS Clusters with Azure Monitor
- Logging with Azure Monitor Logs (formerly Log Analytics)
- Implementing Metrics and Alerts
Module 4: CI/CD with AKS
- Building Container Images
- Using Docker for Container Images
- Integrating with Azure Container Registry (ACR)
- Building Images with Azure Pipelines
- Deploying Applications with CI/CD
- Automating Deployments with Azure DevOps and AKS
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Pipelines
- Canary Deployments and Blue-Green Deployments
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for AKS
- Managing AKS Infrastructure with Terraform or ARM Templates
- Using Helm Charts for Kubernetes Deployments
- GitOps Principles with AKS and Flux/ArgoCD
Module 5: Security and Compliance
- Securing AKS
- Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Network Security with Azure Network Policies
- Using Azure Security Center for AKS
- Compliance and Auditing
- Ensuring Compliance in AKS Deployments
- Auditing AKS Cluster Activities
- Using Compliance Tools and Integrations
- Backup and Disaster Recovery
- Strategies for Backup and Restore in AKS
- Disaster Recovery Planning for AKS Clusters
- Using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of AKS Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in AKS Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing AKS in a DevOps Environment
- AKS Cluster Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring Strategies
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring AKS Clusters
- Deploying Applications to AKS
- Implementing CI/CD Pipelines for AKS Deployments
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Scalable Microservices Architecture with AKS
- Integrating AKS with Monitoring, Logging, and CI/CD Pipelines
Module 1: Introduction to Build Automation
- Overview of Build Automation
- Importance of Build Automation in Software Development
- Key Concepts: Build Tools, Dependencies, and Artifacts
- Overview of Different Build Tools: Ant, Gradle, Maven
- Introduction to Maven
- What is Maven?
- History and Evolution of Maven
- Features and Benefits of Using Maven
- Maven Architecture
- Understanding the Maven Lifecycle
- Key Concepts: POM (Project Object Model), Repositories
- Core Components: Plugins, Goals, Phases
Module 2: Getting Started with Maven
- Installing Maven
- Installing Maven on Different Platforms
- Configuring Environment Variables
- Verifying Installation and Configuration
- Maven Project Structure
- Understanding the Standard Directory Layout
- Creating a New Maven Project
- Exploring the POM File
- Basic Maven Commands
- Building a Project: mvn clean, mvn compile, mvn package
- Managing Dependencies
- Running Tests: mvn test
- Generating Reports: mvn site
Module 3: Advanced Maven Usage
- Dependency Management
- Understanding Dependency Scopes
- Managing Transitive Dependencies
- Using Dependency Management Section
- Maven Plugins
- Introduction to Maven Plugins
- Commonly Used Plugins: Compiler, Surefire, Assembly, etc.
- Configuring and Using Plugins in the POM File
- Profiles and Build Variations
- Understanding Maven Profiles
- Defining and Activating Profiles
- Using Profiles for Build Variations
Module 4: Maven in Production
- Building and Packaging
- Building JAR, WAR, and EAR Files
- Configuring Maven Assembly Plugin
- Customizing the Build Process
- Deploying Artifacts
- Understanding Local and Remote Repositories
- Deploying Artifacts to Maven Central, Nexus, or Artifactory
- Using mvn deploy and mvn release
- Site Generation and Reporting
- Generating Project Documentation
- Configuring Maven Site Plugin
- Integrating with Reporting Tools
Module 5: Integrating Maven with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Integrating Maven with CI/CD Pipelines
- Automating Builds with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps
- Managing Build Artifacts in CI/CD Pipelines
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using Maven to Manage Infrastructure Code
- Integrating Maven with Terraform and Ansible
- Automating Infrastructure Setup with Maven
- Managing Maven in DevOps Workflows
- Implementing Best Practices for Maven in DevOps
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
- Monitoring and Maintaining Build Processes
Module 6: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Maven Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Maven Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Maven in a DevOps Environment
- Build Process Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 7: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Maven Projects
- Managing Dependencies and Plugins
- Implementing CI/CD Pipelines with Maven
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete Build Automation Solution with Maven for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Overview of CI/CD
- Importance of CI/CD in Software Development
- Key Concepts: Build Automation, Testing, Deployment
- Overview of Different CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI
- Introduction to Jenkins
- What is Jenkins?
- History and Evolution of Jenkins
- Features and Benefits of Using Jenkins
- Jenkins Architecture
- Core Components: Jenkins Master and Agents
- Jenkins Plugins Ecosystem
- Understanding the Jenkins Pipeline
Module 2: Getting Started with Jenkins
- Installing Jenkins
- Installing Jenkins on Different Platforms (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Configuring Jenkins for the First Time
- Setting Up Jenkins as a Service
- Jenkins User Interface
- Navigating the Jenkins Dashboard
- Managing Jenkins Jobs and Builds
- Understanding Jenkins Nodes and Executors
- Basic Jenkins Jobs
- Creating Your First Jenkins Job
- Configuring Build Triggers: SCM Polling, Webhooks, and Scheduled Builds
- Running and Monitoring Jobs
Module 3: Jenkins Pipelines
- Introduction to Jenkins Pipelines
- Understanding Declarative and Scripted Pipelines
- Writing Your First Pipeline Script
- Using Blue Ocean for Pipeline Visualization
- Pipeline Syntax and Structure
- Stages and Steps
- Parallel Execution in Pipelines
- Conditional Execution and Flow Control
- Advanced Pipeline Features
- Shared Libraries and Reusable Code
- Pipeline as Code (Jenkinsfile)
- Integrating Pipelines with Version Control Systems
Module 4: Advanced Jenkins Usage
- Jenkins Plugins
- Installing and Managing Plugins
- Commonly Used Plugins: Git, Maven, Docker, Pipeline
- Writing Custom Jenkins Plugins
- Managing Jenkins Nodes and Distributed Builds
- Adding and Configuring Jenkins Agents
- Managing Build Executors and Load Distribution
- Using Docker Agents for Isolated Builds
- Security in Jenkins
- Configuring Authentication and Authorization
- Securing Jenkins with SSL/TLS
- Best Practices for Securing Jenkins
Module 5: Jenkins in Production
- Monitoring and Logging
- Monitoring Jenkins with Prometheus and Grafana
- Centralized Logging with the ELK Stack
- Using Jenkins Health Advisor
- Scaling Jenkins
- Scaling Jenkins Masters and Agents
- Implementing High Availability for Jenkins
- Optimizing Jenkins Performance
- Backup and Recovery
- Strategies for Backing Up Jenkins
- Restoring Jenkins from Backup
- Using Configuration as Code for Disaster Recovery
Module 6: Integrating Jenkins with DevOps Practices
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
- Building CI/CD Pipelines with Jenkins
- Integrating Jenkins with Build Tools (Maven, Gradle)
- Automated Testing with Jenkins (JUnit, Selenium)
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Managing Infrastructure with Jenkins and Terraform
- Using Jenkins for Configuration Management (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)
- Automating Cloud Deployments with Jenkins
- Managing Jenkins in DevOps Workflows
- Implementing GitOps with Jenkins
- Optimizing Performance and Costs
- Best Practices for Jenkins in DevOps
Module 7: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Jenkins Implementations
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Jenkins Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Jenkins in a DevOps Environment
- Pipeline Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 8: Hands-On Projects and Labs
- Lab Exercises
- Setting Up and Configuring Jenkins Environments
- Creating and Running Jenkins Pipelines
- Implementing CI/CD Pipelines for Real-World Applications
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Complete CI/CD Solution with Jenkins for a DevOps Scenario
Module 1: Introduction to Azure Pipelines
- Introduction to Azure Pipelines
- What is Azure Pipelines?
- History and Evolution of Azure Pipelines
- Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Concepts
- Azure Pipelines Architecture
- Core Components: Pipelines, Jobs, Tasks, Stages
- Understanding YAML and Classic Pipelines
- Pipeline Agents and Pools
Module 2: Getting Started with Azure Pipelines
- Setting Up Azure Pipelines
- Creating a DevOps Organization and Project
- Navigating the Azure DevOps Portal
- Setting Up Repositories for Pipelines
- Creating Your First Pipeline
- Introduction to YAML PipelinesJobs and Stages
- Using Dependencies and Conditions
- Parallel and Sequential Job Execution
- Variables and Secrets
- Defining and Using Variables
- Setting Up Secret Variables
- Using Variable Groups and Templates
- Reusable Templates and Templates
- Creating Reusable Pipeline Templates4: Azure Pipelines for CI/CD
- Continuous Integration (CI)
- Automating Builds with Azure Pipelines
- Running Unit Tests and Integration Tests
- Code Quality Checks: Linting, Code Coverage, Static Analysis
- Continuous Deployment (CD)
- Deploying Applications with Azure Pipelines
- Strategies for Deployment: Blue-Green, Canary
- Using Template Expressions
- Sharing Templates Across Projects
- Creating and Configuring a Basic Pipeline
- Understanding Pipeline Triggers
- Pipeline Syntax and Structure
- YAML Basics for Azure Pipelines
- Defining Jobs, Steps, and Tasks
- Common Tasks and Commands
Module 3: Advanced Pipeline Configuration
- Managing Multiple Jobs and Stages
- ConfiguriAlerts
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Azure Pipelines Deployments
- Setting Up Monitoring for Pipelines
- Integrating with Monitoring Tools: Application Insights, Prometheus, Grafana
- Configuring Alerts and Notifications
Module 8: Integrating Azure Pipelines with DevOps Practices
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Using Azure Pipelines with Terraform
- Automating Infrastructure Deployments
- Managing Cloud Resources with Azure Pipelines
- Configuration Management
- Integrating with Ansible, Chef, Puppet
- Automating Configuration Changes
- Managing Configuration Drift
- GitOps with Azure Pipelines
- Implementing GitOps Principles
- Managing Kubernetes Deployments with Azure Pipelines
- Using Flux and ArgoCD with Azure Pipelines
Module 7: Real-World Scenarios and Case Studies
- Case Studies of Azure Pipelines Implementationsi>
Module 3: Advanced EC2 Features
- Storage Options for EC2
- EBS (Elastic Block Store) Volumes
- Configuring and Managing EBS Snapshots
- Using Instance Store Volumes
- Security and Best Practices
- Implementing IAM Roles and Policies
- Securing EC2 Instances
- Best Practices for EC2 Management
Amazon S3 Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Amazon S3
- Overview of Amazon S3
- Introduction to Object Storage
- Key Features and Benefits of S3
- Understanding S3 Storage Classes
- Getting Started with S3
- Creating and Configuring S3 Buckets
- Uploading, Downloading, and Managing Objects
- Understanding S3 Bucket Policies and Permissions
Module 2: Advanced S3 Features
- Data Management and Security
- Versioning and Lifecycle Policies
- Cross-Region Replication (CRR)
- Encryption and Access Control
- Integration and Best Practices
- Integrating S3 with Other AWS Services
- Using S3 for Static Website Hosting
- Best Practices for S3 Management
Module 3: Hands-On Labs and Projects
- Lab Exercises
- Launching and Managing EC2 Instances
- Configuring Auto Scaling and ELB
- Creating and Managing S3 Buckets and Objects
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Scalable Web Application using EC2 and S3
Amazon EC2 Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Amazon EC2
- Overview of Cloud Computing and EC2
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Importance of Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2)
- Key Features and Benefits of EC2
- Understanding EC2 Instances
- Instance Types and Families
- Choosing the Right Instance Type
- Understanding AMIs (Amazon Machine Images)
Module 2: Getting Started with EC2
- Launching and Configuring Instances
- Launching an EC2 Instance
- Configuring Security Groups and Key Pairs
- Connecting to an EC2 Instance (SSH/RDP)
- Managing EC2 Instances
- Monitoring and Scaling Instances
- Using Elastic Load Balancing (ELB)
- Auto Scaling for High Availability
Module 3: Advanced EC2 Features
- Storage Options for EC2
- EBS (Elastic Block Store) Volumes
- Configuring and Managing EBS Snapshots
- Using Instance Store Volumes
- Security and Best Practices
- Implementing IAM Roles and Policies
- Securing EC2 Instances
- Best Practices for EC2 Management
Amazon S3 Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Amazon S3
- Overview of Amazon S3
- Introduction to Object Storage
- Key Features and Benefits of S3
- Understanding S3 Storage Classes
- Getting Started with S3
- Creating and Configuring S3 Buckets
- Uploading, Downloading, and Managing Objects
- Understanding S3 Bucket Policies and Permissions
Module 2: Advanced S3 Features
- Data Management and Security
- Versioning and Lifecycle Policies
- Cross-Region Replication (CRR)
- Encryption and Access Control
- Integration and Best Practices
- Integrating S3 with Other AWS Services
- Using S3 for Static Website Hosting
- Real-world Use Cases and Success Stories
- Challenges and Solutions in Azure Pipelines Deployments
- Best Practices for Managing Azure Pipelines in a DevOps Environment
- Pipeline Design and Planning
- Cost Management and Optimization
- Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Module 8: Hands-On Labs and Projects
- Lab Exercises
- Launching and Managing EC2 Instances
- Configuring Auto Scaling and ELB
- Creating and Managing S3 Buckets and Objects
- Capstone Project
- Designing and Implementing a Scalable Web Application using EC2 and S3