Overview
This course provides a comprehensive guide on deploying and administering Linux virtual machines (VMs) on Microsoft Azure. Through nine detailed modules, learners will explore essential Azure tools, Linux VM configuration, monitoring, backup strategies, and more. This hands-on training is designed to equip participants with the skills necessary to effectively manage Linux environments in Azure.
Prerequisites
- Experience with the Azure portal and CLI.
- Familiarity with identity management and role-based access control.
- Knowledge of Linux server administration.
- Ability to configure and manage Azure VMs.
Target Audience:
- System Administrators responsible for deploying and maintaining virtual machines.
- Cloud Administrators who work with Linux-based cloud solutions.
- IT Professionals looking to enhance their Azure skills with Linux VM deployment and management.
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By the end of this course, participants will:
- Deploy and configure Linux VMs on Azure.
- Monitor and scale Linux VMs using Azure tools.
- Implement security measures, including managed identities and role-based access control (RBAC).
- Automate management tasks using the Azure CLI.
- Integrate Azure services such as Azure Backup and Azure Monitor for VM management.
Outline
Introduction to Linux on Azure
- Overview of Azure services for Linux environments.
- Explore IaaS and PaaS solutions for Linux workloads on Azure.
Provisioning Linux Virtual Machines
- Learn to create Linux VMs using Azure CLI, Terraform, and Bicep.
- Explore best practices for VM sizing and scaling.
Configuring Virtual Machines
- Configure storage, networking, and SSH access for Linux VMs.
- Learn about VM resizing and vertical scaling.
Monitoring with Azure Monitor
- Use Azure Monitor to collect and analyze VM performance data.
- Set up alerts and automated monitoring solutions.
Backing Up VMs using Azure Backup
- Learn to configure Azure Backup for Linux VMs.
- Explore disaster recovery and VM restoration options.
Managing VMs with Azure CLI
- Perform tasks like starting, stopping, and resizing VMs.
- Use CLI commands to automate routine administration tasks.
Implementing Identity and Role Management
- Secure VMs using managed identities and RBAC.
- Assign Azure roles for fine-grained access control.
Configuring Azure Files and File Sync
- Learn how to mount and manage Azure Files within Linux VMs.
- Sync file storage across environments with Azure File Sync.
Scaling VMs and Optimizing Performance
- Identify and troubleshoot performance issues.
- Learn about Azure’s vertical scaling features for VMs.
At the end of this course, participants can take the Applied Skills Assessment Lab to validate their proficiency in deploying and administering Linux VMs on Azure. Successful completion of the lab will earn a Microsoft Applied Skills credential, verifying practical expertise.
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