"Mastering Azure: A Comprehensive Guide to Cloud Computing" is your all-in-one resource for mastering Microsoft Azure, the robust cloud computing platform. This guide caters to both beginners and experienced professionals, offering in-depth coverage of Azure's vast array of services and capabilities. Whether you're a developer, IT professional, or cloud architect, this book equips you with the knowledge and skills to design, deploy, and manage secure, scalable cloud solutions using Azure.

What You Will Learn

Introduction to Microsoft Azure
• Understand the core concepts, key features, and benefits of using Azure.
• Learn how to set up your Azure account and navigate the Azure portal.

Azure Virtual Machines (VMs)
• Create, configure, and manage Azure VMs.
• Explore various VM sizes and pricing tiers.
• Implement advanced VM features like scaling and secure remote access.

Azure App Services
• Deploy and manage web apps, mobile apps, and API apps.
• Use Azure Functions for serverless computing.
• Scale and secure your applications effectively.

Azure Networking
• Set up and manage Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), subnets, and Network Security Groups (NSGs).
• Implement VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, Load Balancer, and Application Gateway.
• Configure Azure DNS and Traffic Manager for enhanced network performance.

Azure Storage Solutions
• Utilize Blob Storage, File Storage, Queue Storage, and Table Storage.
• Manage storage accounts, access controls, and data security.
• Implement advanced storage solutions like Data Lake Storage.

Azure Databases
• Create and manage databases with Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Database for MySQL/PostgreSQL.
• Perform database migrations and optimizations.
• Ensure data security and high availability.

Azure DevOps
• Implement CI/CD pipelines with Azure Pipelines.
• Manage source control with Azure Repos.
• Plan and track work with Azure Boards.