Azure Cloud, DevOps resources and blog
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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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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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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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Learn how Estimation works in Azure DevOps Parallel Jobs
Learn how Estimation works in Azure DevOps Parallel Jobs Parallel jobs help streamline builds and releases by executing multiple tasks concurrently. Estimating the number of parallel jobs required depends on several factors, such as the complexity of the pipeline, resource availability, and performance needs. 1.… [ Read more ]
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Understanding Parallel Jobs in Azure DevOps
Understanding Parallel Jobs in Azure DevOps In Azure DevOps, parallel jobs enable a build or release pipeline to execute multiple tasks simultaneously, improving the overall efficiency and reducing the time taken for a pipeline to complete. Parallel jobs allow workloads to be divided and processed… [ Read more ]
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Learn how to secure Agent Pools in Azure DevOps
Learn how to secure Agent Pools in Azure DevOps In Azure DevOps, agent pools can be secured using different roles: Reader, Service Account, and Administrator. Each role provides different levels of access and control over agent pools, contributing to a structured security model. 1. Reader… [ Read more ]
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Things to consider while working with Azure Pipeline Agents and Pools
Things to consider while working with Azure Pipeline Agents and Pools When working with Azure Pipelines agents and pools, several considerations are crucial for efficient and secure pipeline execution. Let's explore each aspect. 1. Authentication Authentication is essential to ensure that only authorized agents can… [ Read more ]
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Learn how to view your Metric Alerts in Azure Monitor
To view your Metric Alerts in Azure Monitor, you can follow these steps through the Azure portal. Here’s a detailed guide on how to view and manage your metric alerts: Access Azure Monitor Open the Azure Portal (portal.azure.com). In the left-hand menu, click on "Monitor"… [ Read more ]
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Learn how to communicate to target servers before deploying artifacts in Azure DevOps
Learn how to communicate to target servers before deploying artifacts in Azure DevOps To deploy artifacts to target servers in Azure DevOps, you need to establish a communication process between the pipeline, agents (Microsoft-hosted or self-hosted), and the target servers. Given below are the process… [ Read more ]
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Learn how Agent Pools communicate with Azure Pipelines in Azure DevOps
Learn how Agent Pools communicate with Azure Pipelines in Azure DevOps In Azure DevOps, agent pools act as a bridge between tasks defined in pipelines and the underlying agents (Microsoft-hosted or self-hosted). These pools enable pipelines to execute tasks in a controlled, scalable, and secure… [ Read more ]
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Understanding typical use-case for Agent Pools in Azure DevOps
Understanding typical use-case for Agent Pools in Azure DevOps Agent pools in Azure DevOps play a crucial role in managing the execution of build, testing, and deployment tasks. These pools provide the infrastructure to run tasks in a flexible, scalable, and efficient manner. Below are… [ Read more ]
