Description

Introduction
Azure Stack Hub is a hybrid cloud platform that extends Microsoft Azure to on-premises environments, providing developers with a seamless experience for building, deploying, and managing applications. This course is designed for developers who want to leverage Azure Stack Hub for creating scalable, secure, and resilient applications while maintaining consistent deployment practices between on-premises and the cloud. Participants will gain hands-on experience with key Azure Stack Hub services and tools to build and deploy applications in hybrid environments.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of cloud computing and Azure services
• Familiarity with application development using modern programming languages (e.g., C#, Java, Node.js)
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Azure DevOps

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Azure Stack Hub for Developers
1.1 Overview of Azure Stack Hub and Its Benefits for Developers
1.2 Key Differences Between Azure Stack Hub and Azure
1.3 Understanding the Hybrid Cloud Model and Its Use Cases for Developers

2. Setting Up Azure Stack Hub for Development
2.1 Deploying and Configuring Azure Stack Hub Environment
2.2 Managing Azure Stack Hub Resources for Development Workloads
2.3 Accessing Azure Stack Hub via Azure Portal and APIs

3. Developing Cloud-Native Applications on Azure Stack Hub
3.1 Building Applications for Hybrid Environments(Ref: Implementing Azure Stack with Azure Services for Enterprise Solutions)
3.2 Using Azure App Services for App Hosting and Management
3.3 Leveraging Azure Functions for Serverless Computing in Azure Stack Hub

4. Containerization and Kubernetes on Azure Stack Hub
4.1 Deploying Docker Containers on Azure Stack Hub
4.2 Setting Up Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for Container Orchestration
4.3 Managing Microservices and Containers in a Hybrid Cloud Environment

5. Deploying and Managing Databases on Azure Stack Hub
5.1 Using Azure SQL Database and Managed Instances in Azure Stack Hub
5.2 Integrating NoSQL Databases (Cosmos DB) with Azure Stack Hub
5.3 Implementing Data Storage Solutions with Azure Blob Storage and Files

6. Application Lifecycle Management with DevOps
6.1 Setting Up Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) with Azure DevOps
6.2 Automating Application Deployments Using ARM Templates and Azure Pipelines
6.3 Managing Application Configuration and Secrets with Azure Key Vault

7. Monitoring and Troubleshooting Applications
7.1 Monitoring Application Performance with Azure Monitor and Application Insights
7.2 Debugging and Diagnosing Issues in Hybrid Cloud Applications
7.3 Implementing Logging and Metrics for Better Troubleshooting

8. Security and Identity Management for Azure Stack Hub Applications
8.1 Securing Applications with Azure Active Directory and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
8.2 Implementing Data Encryption and Secure Network Communication
8.3 Managing Identity and Authentication for Hybrid Applications

9. Integrating Azure Stack Hub with Azure Services
9.1 Syncing Data and Workloads Between Azure Stack Hub and Azure Cloud
9.2 Leveraging Azure Cognitive Services in a Hybrid Environment
9.3 Integrating with Azure Event Grid, Service Bus, and Logic Apps

10. Advanced Development Scenarios on Azure Stack Hub
10.1 Building Edge Applications with Azure Stack Hub and IoT Services
10.2 Implementing Hybrid Application Strategies with Azure Stack Hub
10.3 Using Azure Stack Hub for Disaster Recovery and High Availability

11. Real-World Application Deployment Case Studies
11.1 Deploying a Multi-Tier Web Application on Azure Stack Hub
11.2 Hybrid App Solutions for Healthcare, Finance, and Retail Industries
11.3 Case Study: Migrating On-Premises Applications to Azure Stack Hub

12. Future Trends in Hybrid Application Development
12.1 The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Hybrid Development
12.2 Leveraging 5G Networks and Edge Computing in Hybrid App Solutions
12.3 Preparing for the Future of Hybrid Cloud Development

13. Conclusion
13.1 Recap of Key Development Concepts for Azure Stack Hub
13.2 Building and Managing Scalable, Hybrid Cloud Applications
13.3 Resources for Ongoing Learning and Advanced Hybrid Development Techniques

Conclusion
Azure Stack Hub offers developers the flexibility to build and deploy applications that span both on-premises and cloud environments. This course equips developers with the skills to create scalable, secure, and high-performing applications on Azure Stack Hub, while ensuring smooth integration with Azure services. By mastering these techniques, developers will be able to deliver robust hybrid solutions that meet the needs of modern enterprise applications.

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