Azure Cloud, DevOps resources and blog
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How Microsoft Entra ID is used as a directory for cloud apps
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) is used as a cloud-based directory service that manages and secures user identities, access, and permissions for cloud applications. It serves as a central identity provider for applications, services, and resources both within Microsoft’s ecosystem… [ Read more ]
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Azure Virtual Network explained in detail
Azure Virtual Network (VNet) is one of the fundamental building blocks in Azure that allows you to securely connect Azure resources to each other, the internet, and on-premises environments. It provides a private network where you can define and control the IP addressing, DNS settings,… [ Read more ]
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Compare Microsoft Entra ID to Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory, or Azure AD) and Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) are both identity and access management solutions provided by Microsoft, but they serve different purposes and are designed for different environments. Below is a comparison of the two:… [ Read more ]
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Subnets and Subnetting in Azure – Features and Use-cases
In Azure, subnets are an integral part of your Virtual Network (VNet) architecture. Subnets allow you to partition a VNet's IP address space into smaller, more manageable segments. Subnetting helps you organize and control the flow of network traffic, segment security policies, and ensure efficient… [ Read more ]
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Know everything about Azure Virtual Network – Features and Components
An Azure Virtual Network (VNet) is one of the foundational building blocks for your private network in Azure. It allows Azure resources to securely communicate with each other, the internet, and on-premises networks. Azure VNets provide isolation, segmentation, and secure communication between virtual machines (VMs),… [ Read more ]
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Designing and implementing a comprehensive Testing strategy in Azure DevOps
Designing and implementing a comprehensive Testing strategy in Azure DevOps Designing and implementing a comprehensive testing strategy in Azure DevOps involves integrating various testing practices throughout the CI/CD pipeline. The goal is to ensure high-quality, reliable, and secure software while streamlining the testing process. 1.… [ Read more ]
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Learn how to integrate GitHub repos and Azure Pipelines
Learn how to integrate GitHub repos and Azure Pipelines When integrating GitHub repositories with Azure Pipelines, several key considerations and access methods ensure secure, efficient, and manageable workflows. Here's an overview of best practices and approaches. Key Considerations 1. Naming Conventions Establish a clear and… [ Read more ]
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Implementing multi-job builds in Azure DevOps
Implementing multi-job builds in Azure DevOps To implement multi-job builds in Azure DevOps, you can define multiple jobs within a single pipeline YAML file. Multi-job builds allow you to run different tasks in parallel or sequentially, providing flexibility for complex build and release scenarios. Here’s… [ Read more ]
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Exploring multi-configuration and multi-agent in Azure DevOps
Exploring multi-configuration and multi-agent in Azure DevOps In Azure DevOps, multi-configuration and multi-agent pipelines are useful techniques to run jobs across different configurations (like operating systems, environments, tool versions, etc.) and agents concurrently. This helps you ensure that your code works across a variety of… [ Read more ]
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Configuring Agent Demands in Azure DevOps
Configuring Agent Demands in Azure DevOps In Azure DevOps, configuring Agent Demands allows you to specify certain requirements or constraints for the build or release agents that are used to run your pipelines. This helps ensure that the right agent is selected to run your… [ Read more ]
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Configuring your Azure DevOps Pipelines in a YAML file
Configuring your Azure DevOps Pipelines in a YAML file To configure Azure Pipelines in a YAML file that exists alongside your code, follow these steps: Steps to Configure Pipelines in a YAML File. 1. Create a YAML File Locate the Source Code Repository: Open your… [ Read more ]
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How to obtain an Azure Subscription
To obtain an Azure subscription, you'll need to create a Microsoft account, sign up for Azure, and select a subscription plan that best fits your needs. Here are the steps to acquire an Azure subscription: Step-by-Step Process to Obtain an Azure Subscription 1. Create a… [ Read more ]
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Learn how to work with Azure Pipelines using YAML
Learn how to work with Azure Pipelines using YAML Azure Pipelines is a cloud-based CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) service provided by Microsoft Azure. It allows teams to automate the build, test, and deployment processes for software projects, integrating seamlessly with various development workflows. YAML (Yet… [ Read more ]
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Learn when to use Log Search Alerts in Azure
Log search alerts in Azure Monitor are used when you need to trigger alerts based on the logs that are generated by your Azure resources, applications, or services. These alerts are useful when metric-based alerts (based on resource performance metrics) aren’t sufficient or when you… [ Read more ]
