May 11, 2024
3 minute read
Service Principals are a type of security credential that allows applications and services to access Azure resources without requiring a user to sign in. They are most often used when you need to automate tasks in Azure, such as creating and managing resources or accessing data. Service Principals are also useful for scenarios where you need to grant access to resources to applications or services that are not owned or controlled by a user.
Benefits of Using Service Principals
There are several benefits to using Service Principals, including:
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Reading list
We've selected three 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
Service Principals.
While not solely focused on service principals, this book provides a broader perspective on cloud identity management and includes guidance on migrating existing applications to Azure AD. It covers best practices for managing service principals within this context.
Focuses specifically on service principal management in Microsoft Identity Server 2016. It provides detailed instructions and best practices for creating, configuring, and troubleshooting service principals.
Covers cloud-native development in Java, including the use of service principals for securely connecting applications to cloud services.
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