Objective 1.3: Design and implement the Windows Azure role life cycle

Windows Azure is a Microsoft cloud computing platform used to build, deploy, and manage applications through a global network of Microsoft-managed data centers. Windows Azure allows for applications to be built using many different programming languages, tools, and frameworks; and makes it possible for developers to integrate their public cloud applications in their existing IT environment.

Note

This objective covers how to:

  • Identify startup tasks (IIS configuration [app pool], registry configuration, third-party tools)

  • Identify and implement Start, Run, and Stop events

Understanding Windows Azure and roles

Windows Azure provides both platform as a service (PaaS) and infrastructure ...

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