Migrating Workloads to Microsoft Azure from Pluralsight

This course identifies the resources, tools, and methods needed to complete successful server and database migrations to Azure using the Azure Migrate dashboard.

Migrations can be extremely stressful, whether it’s on-prem to on-prem, or on-prem to the cloud. Regardless of the task, it's critical to have the proper tools in place. In this course, Migrating Workloads to Microsoft Azure, you will learn what it takes to successfully migrate your workloads to Microsoft Azure. First, you will learn what is required to assess your on-premises Azure readiness using the Azure Migrate dashboard. Then, you will identify what assets and services are required in Azure to make the migration while migrating a workload to the cloud. Finally, you will assess your on-premises SQL instances, create the necessary assets in Azure, and then migrate your database to an Azure SQL database leveraging Azure Database Migration Service. When you’re finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to migrate your on-premises workloads to Azure.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Assessing Your On-prem Environment Using Azure Migrate Tools

Rehosting Server Workloads

Rehosting SQL Workloads

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides an overview of Azure Migrate, which is vital for successful migrations

Focuses on Azure SQL database, relevant for Database Administrators and Database Engineers

Teaches essential skills for migrating workloads to Azure, valuable for System Administrators

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 Migrating Workloads to Microsoft Azure with these activities:

Review Basic SQL Concepts

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Review fundamental SQL concepts to strengthen your understanding of database management and prepare for the course.

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Revise SQL syntax and commands
Practice writing basic SQL queries
Review data types, constraints, and operators

Follow Azure Migrate Tutorials

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Familiarize yourself with the Azure Migrate dashboard by working through official tutorials, gaining practical experience in assessing your on-premises environment.

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Access the Azure Migrate documentation
Select a relevant tutorial
Follow the hands-on instructions
Review and understand the migration process

Explore Azure Database Migration Service Tutorials

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Enhance your understanding of Azure Database Migration Service by working through official tutorials, gaining practical experience in migrating SQL databases to Azure.

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Access the Azure Database Migration Service documentation
Select a relevant tutorial
Follow the hands-on instructions
Review and understand the database migration process

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Participate in a Migration Discussion Forum

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Engage with peers and industry experts in a discussion forum, exchanging insights, sharing experiences, and seeking support on migration-related topics.

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Identify relevant discussion forums
Pose questions or share your experiences
Review and respond to other participants' discussions
Summarize key takeaways

Create a Migration Plan

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Develop a comprehensive migration plan outlining the steps, resources, and timelines for migrating your workloads to Azure, ensuring a smooth and successful transition.

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Assess your on-premises environment
Identify the workloads to be migrated
Choose the appropriate migration strategy
Create a detailed migration timeline
Document the migration process

Practice Migrating a Test Server

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Gain hands-on experience by simulating a server migration to Azure using the Azure Migrate dashboard, testing your understanding of the migration process and identifying potential challenges.

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Set up a test server environment
Use Azure Migrate to assess the test server
Select the migration method
Monitor and troubleshoot the migration process
Document the migration results

Write a Blog Post on Migration Lessons Learned

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Solidify your learning by sharing your insights and experiences gained during the migration process in a blog post, reflecting on challenges encountered, successful strategies, and recommendations for others embarking on similar migrations.

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Identify key lessons learned during the migration
Structure your blog post outline
Write and edit your blog post content
Publish and promote your blog post

Contribute to an Open-Source Migration Tool

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Immerse yourself in the migration ecosystem by contributing to an open-source migration tool, gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying technologies and best practices while making a valuable contribution to the community.

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Identify suitable open-source migration tools
Review the tool's documentation and codebase
Identify areas for improvement or contribution
Submit code contributions or feature enhancements
Engage with the tool's community

Career center

Learners who complete Migrating Workloads to Microsoft Azure will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects create and manage the infrastructure for cloud computing systems, and design solutions to meet business needs. This course would help an aspiring Cloud Architect by showing them how to use the Azure Migrate dashboard to assess their on-premises Azure readiness, identify what assets and services are required in Azure to make the migration, and then migrate their workloads to Azure, which are all necessary skills for this role.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, build, and manage cloud computing systems. This course would be helpful to a Cloud Engineer by showing them how to use the Azure Migrate dashboard to assess their on-premises Azure readiness, identify what assets and services are required in Azure to make the migration, and then migrate their workloads to Azure, which are all necessary skills for this role.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators administer and maintain database systems. This course would be helpful to a Database Administrator by showing them how to use Azure Database Migration Service to migrate their databases to an Azure SQL database, which is a skill that is often required in this role.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts identify and analyze business needs, and develop solutions to meet those needs. This course may be useful for a Business Analyst by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software systems. This course may be useful for a Software Engineer by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data. This course may be useful for a Data Analyst by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on their IT systems and infrastructure. This course may be useful for an IT Consultant by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators plan, implement, and maintain computer networks. This course may be useful for a Network Administrator by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams, and ensure that software is released quickly and efficiently. This course may be useful for a DevOps Engineer by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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IT Manager

IT Managers plan, organize, and direct the activities of an organization's IT department. This course may be useful for an IT Manager by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators install, configure, and maintain computer systems and software. This course may be useful for a Systems Administrator by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, organize, and execute projects. This course may be useful for a Project Manager by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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DevOps Manager

DevOps Managers lead and manage DevOps teams, and are responsible for ensuring that software is released quickly and efficiently. This course may be useful for a DevOps Manager by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve business problems. This course may be useful for a Data Scientist by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers build and maintain machine learning models. This course may be useful for a Machine Learning Engineer by giving them a better understanding of the process of migrating workloads to Azure, which is a skill that may be required in this role.

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