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n this course, Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions, you’ll learn to provision, code, and deploy Azure Functions. First, you’ll explore the basics of serverless and microservices with Azure Functions. Next, you’ll discover how to apply functions to event-driven scenarios. Finally, you’ll learn how to apply functions for integration and workflow scenarios. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Azure Functions needed to begin using them in your broader real-world solutions.
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Explores industry-standard serverless computing and microservices with Azure Functions
Introduces event-driven scenarios and their application in Azure Functions
Integrates functions for workflow scenarios in Azure Functions
Develops skills to provision, code, and deploy Azure Functions, laying the foundation for real-world applications
Taught by Amy Coughlin, providing expert guidance in Azure Functions
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Review Introduction to Serverless Computing Concepts
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Review the basic concepts of serverless computing to ensure a solid foundation for this course.
Browse courses on
Serverless Computing
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Read online articles and documentation on serverless computing concepts.
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Review previous coursework or study materials on serverless computing (if available).
Practice Writing Azure Functions in JavaScript
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Solidify your understanding of Azure Functions by practicing writing them in JavaScript.
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Follow online tutorials or documentation to create a simple Azure Function in JavaScript.
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Experiment with different scenarios and parameters to observe the behavior of the function.
Explore Azure Function Triggers and Bindings
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Expand your knowledge of Azure Functions by learning about various triggers and bindings.
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Follow a guided tutorial to create an Azure Function using a specific trigger (e.g., HTTP, timer).
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Experiment with different bindings to interact with data sources (e.g., Azure Storage, Cosmos DB).
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Attend an Azure Functions Workshop
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Enhance your knowledge and skills by attending a workshop specifically focused on Azure Functions.
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Research and identify Azure Functions workshops in your area or online.
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Attend the workshop and actively participate in the activities and discussions.
Develop a Serverless Application Using Azure Functions
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Demonstrate your understanding by creating a complete serverless application using Azure Functions.
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Design the architecture of your application, including the functions, triggers, and bindings.
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Implement the functions in your chosen programming language (e.g., JavaScript, C#).
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Deploy and test your application.
Participate in Azure Functions Challenges or Hackathons
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Test your skills and gain hands-on experience by participating in challenges or hackathons centered around Azure Functions.
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Find and register for Azure Functions challenges or hackathons.
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Collaborate with a team or work independently to develop innovative solutions.
Mentoring New Azure Functions Developers
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Reinforce your understanding while helping others by mentoring new Azure Functions developers.
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Identify opportunities to mentor junior developers or students who are interested in Azure Functions.
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Provide guidance, support, and feedback to mentees.
Review Introduction to Serverless Computing Concepts
Show steps
Review the basic concepts of serverless computing to ensure a solid foundation for this course.
Browse courses on
Serverless Computing
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Read online articles and documentation on serverless computing concepts.
- Review previous coursework or study materials on serverless computing (if available).
Practice Writing Azure Functions in JavaScript
Show steps
Solidify your understanding of Azure Functions by practicing writing them in JavaScript.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Follow online tutorials or documentation to create a simple Azure Function in JavaScript.
- Experiment with different scenarios and parameters to observe the behavior of the function.
Explore Azure Function Triggers and Bindings
Show steps
Expand your knowledge of Azure Functions by learning about various triggers and bindings.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Follow a guided tutorial to create an Azure Function using a specific trigger (e.g., HTTP, timer).
- Experiment with different bindings to interact with data sources (e.g., Azure Storage, Cosmos DB).
Four other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all seven activities
Attend an Azure Functions Workshop
Show steps
Enhance your knowledge and skills by attending a workshop specifically focused on Azure Functions.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research and identify Azure Functions workshops in your area or online.
- Attend the workshop and actively participate in the activities and discussions.
Develop a Serverless Application Using Azure Functions
Show steps
Demonstrate your understanding by creating a complete serverless application using Azure Functions.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Design the architecture of your application, including the functions, triggers, and bindings.
- Implement the functions in your chosen programming language (e.g., JavaScript, C#).
- Deploy and test your application.
Participate in Azure Functions Challenges or Hackathons
Show steps
Test your skills and gain hands-on experience by participating in challenges or hackathons centered around Azure Functions.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find and register for Azure Functions challenges or hackathons.
- Collaborate with a team or work independently to develop innovative solutions.
Mentoring New Azure Functions Developers
Show steps
Reinforce your understanding while helping others by mentoring new Azure Functions developers.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify opportunities to mentor junior developers or students who are interested in Azure Functions.
- Provide guidance, support, and feedback to mentees.
Career center
Learners who complete Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Cloud Architect
Cloud Architect
A Cloud Architect designs, builds, and manages a company's cloud computing infrastructure. For this reason, an understanding of serverless computing is crucial to the role. The design and management of scalable solutions is a core competency. The course, Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions, helps build a foundation in the knowledge of event-driven and workflow-based serverless architecture. These are essential components in the cloud computing landscape.
Software Engineer
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer designs, builds, and maintains computer software. An understanding of serverless can help Software Engineers innovate and scale. Azure Function supports multiple programming languages which makes this course particularly appealing to those fluent in a language it supports. This course can help provide an understanding of the implementation of serverless in the real world.
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineer
A DevOps Engineer combines software development and IT operations. That is, they build and maintain the software as well as the infrastructure that runs the software. Knowledge of serverless is critical to understanding the deployment and maintenance of a serverless architecture. This course, Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions, helps build a foundation in serverless computing and its key concepts.
Data Scientist
Data Scientist
A Data Scientist analyzes data with a goal of extracting insights. The analysis may be visual, statistical, or both. Serverless computing is popular in data science because of the ability to cheaply scale computing resources. This course may be useful to a Data Scientists because it helps one build a foundation in the core concepts of serverless computing.
Web Developer
Web Developer
A Web Developer builds and maintains websites. An understanding of serverless can help a Web Developer stay current with emerging paradigms of web development. This course can help a Web Developer transition to serverless architecture.
Solution Architect
Solution Architect
A Solution Architect designs and implements technology solutions. Serverless computing is a major trend in technology. For this reason, Solution Architects can benefit from a foundational understanding of serverless. This course, Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions, may be useful to a Solution Architect.
Systems Analyst
Systems Analyst
A Systems Analyst analyzes, designs, and implements computer systems. Therefore, a foundational knowledge of serverless computing is essential. This course, Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions, can help build a foundation in serverless.
Information Technology Manager
Information Technology Manager
An Information Technology Manager (IT Manager) plans, implements, and manages an organization's IT infrastructure. Serverless computing is a major trend in IT infrastructure. This course can help an IT Manager stay abreast of new technology trends.
Network Administrator
Network Administrator
A Network Administrator manages an organization's computer networks. For this a foundational understanding of serverless may be useful. This course, Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions, helps build this foundation.
Database Administrator
Database Administrator
A Database Administrator (DBA) manages an organization's database systems. Serverless computing is a major trend in database management. This course may be useful to a DBA that wishes to stay current with emerging trends in database management.
Security Analyst
Security Analyst
A Security Analyst monitors and analyzes an organization's computer networks for security breaches. Serverless computing may be useful for specialized security-related tasks. This course can help a Security Analyst gain familiarity with serverless.
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
A Business Analyst analyzes an organization's business processes and develops solutions to improve efficiency. An understanding of serverless may be useful to a Business Analyst that wishes to work in a technology-related field.
Project Manager
Project Manager
A Project Manager plans, implements, and manages projects. A foundational understanding of serverless will help a Project Manager stay up-to-date with new technology trends.
Quality Assurance Analyst
Quality Assurance Analyst
A Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst tests software to ensure quality. A foundational understanding of serverless can help a QA Analyst understand how to test serverless applications.
Technical Writer
Technical Writer
A Technical Writer creates documentation for computer software and hardware. This course can help a Technical Writer build a foundation in serverless computing concepts and technologies.
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Reading list
We've selected six books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Introduction to Serverless with Azure Functions.
Provides a comprehensive overview of microservices patterns. It covers the benefits and challenges of microservices, as well as best practices for designing and deploying microservices-based applications.
Provides a comprehensive guide to DevOps practices for Azure Functions. It covers topics such as continuous integration and delivery, testing, and monitoring. It also includes hands-on exercises and best practices for building a reliable and efficient DevOps pipeline for Azure Functions.
Provides a comprehensive overview of Microsoft Azure, including coverage of Azure Functions. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about Azure and how to use it to build cloud-based applications.
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Provides a comprehensive guide to designing and building data-intensive applications. It covers topics such as data modeling, data storage, and data processing, which are relevant to the backend operations of Azure Functions.
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Provides a comprehensive overview of cloud computing, including coverage of serverless computing. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about cloud computing and how to use it to build cloud-based applications.
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Provides a guide to building serverless applications with AWS Lambda. It valuable resource for developers who want to learn how to use AWS Lambda to build and deploy serverless applications.
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Good to know
Explores industry-standard serverless computing and microservices with Azure Functions
Introduces event-driven scenarios and their application in Azure Functions
Integrates functions for workflow scenarios in Azure Functions
Develops skills to provision, code, and deploy Azure Functions, laying the foundation for real-world applications
Taught by Amy Coughlin, providing expert guidance in Azure Functions
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