Continuously Deliver IIS-based .NET 4 Applications from Pluralsight

This course will help get your code built when changes are committed, then get your IIS applications deployed using automated steps from VSTS or TFS! You'll see examples of this for ASP.NET Core and Framework sites as well as WCF apps.

Establishing solid build and release definitions for IIS-based .NET applications is a critical building block for true continuous delivery. In this course, Continuously Deliver IIS-based .NET Applications, you'll get into lots of the practical details that need to be addressed when delivering real applications via build and release definitions. First, you'll discover how .NET applications properly handle packages, shared library references, and configuration. Then, you'll try various flavors of ASP.NET applications and WCF services. All of these topics will be accomplished within Visual Studio Team Services (VSTS), and the same concepts would apply in various flavors of Team Foundation Server (TFS). Next, you'll learn about the build and release definitions within VSTS that will include most of the tasks and steps needed. Lastly, you'll take a close look at using PowerShell to perform custom activities when the predefined tasks don’t cover everything you need. By the end of this course, you'll not only be able to get your IIS applications deployed using automated steps from VSTS or TFS for ASP.NET Core and Framework sites but use Powershell for custom requirements as well.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Creating a Build Definition that Create Deployable Artifacts

Create a Release Definition that Deploys Built Artifacts

Choose Triggering Mechanisms to Enable Continuous Integration and Delivery

Use PowerShell to Go the Last Mile in IIS Deployments

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops skills in building and deploying .NET applications using Visual Studio Team Services (VSTS) and its build and release definitions

Covers various flavors of ASP.NET applications including Core and Framework sites as well as WCF apps

Emphasizes continuous delivery and integration through automated deployment steps

Provides hands-on examples and demonstrations to enhance understanding

Taught by Erik Dahl, an experienced instructor in .NET application deployment

Leverages PowerShell for custom activities in deployment scenarios not covered by predefined tasks

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Continuously Deliver IIS-based .NET 4 Applications with these activities:

Create a course notebook

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Improves organization and retention by centralizing course materials.

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Set up a notebook or digital document
Compile notes, assignments, quizzes, and other relevant materials

Attend a peer study group

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Fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing among fellow learners.

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Find a study group or create your own
Meet regularly to discuss course material, share insights, and work on exercises together

Follow video tutorials for VS Team Services

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Watching tutorials will provide additional insight into the features of VS Team Services not covered in depth in this course.

Browse courses on Visual Studio Team Services

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Identify tutorials that provide an overview of VSTS features
Set aside time to watch the tutorials
Take notes on any valuable information learned from the tutorials

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Complete the course exercises

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Reinforces understanding of the concepts and techniques taught in the course.

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Set up the necessary development environment
Follow the step-by-step instructions in the course exercises
Troubleshoot and debug any issues encountered

Practice configuring build and release definitions

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Repeating the exercises covered in the course will strengthen your understanding and ability to implement build and release definitions.

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Create a new build definition for an ASP.NET Core application
Configure the build definition to use the correct build agent and build tools
Create a new release definition for the build definition
Configure the release definition to deploy the application to a test environment
Run the build and release definitions to verify that they are working correctly

Explore additional tutorials on continuous delivery

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Expands knowledge and skills by exploring additional resources.

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Search for tutorials on continuous delivery
Select high-quality tutorials from reputable sources
Follow the tutorials to learn new concepts and techniques

Develop a continuous delivery pipeline for a personal project

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Provides hands-on experience in implementing a continuous delivery pipeline.

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Choose a suitable personal project
Design the continuous delivery pipeline architecture
Implement the pipeline using the tools and techniques learned in the course
Test and validate the pipeline

Career center

Learners who complete Continuously Deliver IIS-based .NET 4 Applications will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Developer

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.NET Developer

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Software Engineer

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Software Tester

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Web Infrastructure Engineer

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IT Manager

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Cloud Architect

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Computer Systems Analyst

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Technical Architect

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Systems Analyst

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Quality Assurance Analyst

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Web Developer

A Web Developer works on the design and development of websites. They write code, design interfaces, implement databases, and take many other steps to make a website functional, accessible, and enjoyable to use. This often includes consulting with clients to determine their vision and needs. This course may be useful for someone looking to become a Web Developer as it provides an overview of how to deploy IIS-based .NET Applications. Especially relevant to this role is the discussion on how to use PowerShell to deploy custom activities.

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Database Administrator

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Security Analyst

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Network Administrator

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