Introduction
Azure Stack provides a unified hybrid cloud platform that extends Azure services to on-premises environments, enabling businesses to run applications and workloads across both on-premises and the cloud. This course delves into advanced techniques for integrating Azure Stack with Azure and deploying cloud-native applications that can scale across hybrid environments. Participants will explore how to integrate Azure Stack with Azure’s cloud-native services and tools, ensuring seamless management and deployment of modern applications.

Prerequisites

• A solid understanding of Azure Stack architecture and deployment
• Familiarity with cloud-native application design and development
• Experience with Azure services such as Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure Functions
• Basic knowledge of Azure networking, storage, and compute resources

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Azure Stack and Cloud-Native Applications
1.1 Overview of Azure Stack and Its Role in Hybrid Cloud Environments
1.2 Defining Cloud-Native Applications and Their Key Characteristics
1.3 Benefits of Integrating Azure Stack with Azure for Cloud-Native Workloads

2. Setting Up Azure Stack for Advanced Integration
2.1 Preparing Azure Stack for Hybrid Cloud Integration with Azure
2.2 Establishing Secure Connectivity Between Azure Stack and Azure
2.3 Using Azure Stack Edge for Seamless Data Transfer and Edge Computing

3. Integrating Azure Stack with Azure Services
3.1 Extending Azure Resource Manager (ARM) to Azure Stack for Unified Resource Management
3.2 Integrating Azure Active Directory (AAD) for Identity and Access Management
3.3 Connecting Azure Stack to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for Hybrid Container Orchestration(Ref: Azure Stack Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Ensuring High Availability)

4. Building and Deploying Cloud-Native Applications on Azure Stack
4.1 Designing Microservices Architectures for Hybrid Cloud Deployment
4.2 Implementing Azure Functions and Logic Apps in Azure Stack for Serverless Solutions
4.3 Using Azure App Services to Host Cloud-Native Applications on Azure Stack

5. Leveraging Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for Hybrid Application Management
5.1 Deploying and Managing Kubernetes Clusters Across Azure and Azure Stack
5.2 Configuring AKS for High Availability and Scalability in Hybrid Environments
5.3 Using Helm and Kubernetes Operators to Automate Application Deployments

6. Hybrid Networking Strategies for Cloud-Native Applications
6.1 Configuring Hybrid Network Architectures Between Azure Stack and Azure
6.2 Using Azure Virtual Network and ExpressRoute for Secure Communication
6.3 Implementing Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and Subnets in Hybrid Environments

7. Advanced Storage and Data Management for Hybrid Cloud-Native Apps
7.1 Integrating Azure Blob Storage and Azure Data Lake with Azure Stack
7.2 Configuring Azure Stack Storage Services for Hybrid Data Management
7.3 Implementing Backup and Disaster Recovery Strategies for Cloud-Native Applications

8. CI/CD for Cloud-Native Applications in Hybrid Environments
8.1 Setting Up Continuous Integration and Deployment (CI/CD) Pipelines for Azure Stack
8.2 Leveraging Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions for Hybrid Cloud Deployments
8.3 Automating Deployments and Rollbacks Across Azure and Azure Stack

9. Monitoring and Troubleshooting Cloud-Native Applications in Azure Stack
9.1 Using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics for Hybrid Application Insights
9.2 Troubleshooting Cloud-Native Applications Across Azure and Azure Stack
9.3 Setting Up Alerts, Metrics, and Dashboards for Performance Monitoring

10. Security and Compliance in Hybrid Cloud-Native Deployments
10.1 Managing Identity and Access with Azure AD in Hybrid Applications
10.2 Ensuring Data Security with Azure Key Vault and Encryption
10.3 Maintaining Compliance and Governance with Azure Policy and Blueprints

11. Performance Optimization for Cloud-Native Applications
11.1 Scaling Hybrid Applications Using Auto-Scaling and Load Balancing
11.2 Optimizing Network and Storage Performance Across Hybrid Cloud
11.3 Implementing Caching and CDN Solutions for Faster Content Delivery

12. Real-World Case Studies and Use Cases
12.1 Case Study 1: Hybrid Cloud Deployment for E-Commerce Applications
12.2 Case Study 2: Building a Scalable Microservices Architecture for Financial Services
12.3 Case Study 3: Hybrid Cloud-Native Application for Healthcare Industry

13. Conclusion
13.1 Recap of Advanced Azure Stack Integration Concepts for Developers
13.2 Best Practices for Managing Cloud-Native Applications Across Hybrid Environments
13.3 Resources for Further Learning and Mastering Hybrid Cloud Solutions

Conclusion
Integrating Azure Stack with Azure and leveraging cloud-native technologies is a powerful way to create scalable, secure, and resilient applications. This course has equipped developers with the knowledge to design and deploy cloud-native applications across hybrid environments, optimizing resources and ensuring seamless management. By mastering advanced integration techniques, participants can ensure the high availability and performance of cloud-native applications, meeting the needs of modern enterprises in hybrid cloud ecosystems.

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