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Getting Started with Azure Functions
on-demand course

Getting Started with Azure Functions

with Paul Oliver
June 2017
Intermediate
4h 56m
English
Packt Publishing
Closed Captioning available in English

Overview

In this 4-hour course, you will learn to navigate Azure Functions to build and manage serverless applications. We cover the essentials like creating functions and using triggers as well as advanced topics like debugging and scaling. By course end, you'll confidently use Azure Functions to enhance cloud-based solutions.

What I will be able to do after this course

  • Develop serverless applications using Azure Functions in multiple programming languages.
  • Transform tasks through triggers and bindings to create responsive applications.
  • Integrate Azure Functions with services to form complete scalable solutions.
  • Implement robust debugging, monitoring, and deployment processes.
  • Master scaling techniques for high-demand scenarios, ensuring efficient resource use.

Course Instructor(s)

Paul Oliver is a seasoned software architect with over 15 years of experience in cloud services and serverless architecture. Having guided numerous teams through transitions to cloud-native systems, Paul leverages his expertise in Azure to teach clear, actionable techniques. His practical approach ensures students can directly apply lessons in their work.

Who is it for?

This course is ideal for developers, IT architects, and cloud enthusiasts who aim to enhance their skills in serverless architecture. Beginners to Azure Functions are welcome, as it covers foundational topics while scaling up to advanced practices. It's particularly useful for professionals seeking to design scalable systems. By the end, you'll build efficient solutions tailored to modern enterprise needs.

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ISBN: 9781787286580