Mastering Azure DevOps: Your Comprehensive Study Guide for Exam AZ-400 - E-book - ePub

Book Description:Dive into the transformative world of Azure DevOps with this comprehensive guide, crafted for both budding developers and seasoned professionals. This book meticulously explores every facet of Azure DevOps, equipping you with the crucial knowledge and skills needed to thrive in modern software development. Chapter 1: Kick off with an exploration of Azure DevOps and its fundamental importance in today's accelerated development landscape.
Gain insights into the AZ-400 exam, its purpose, and structure. Chapter 2: Familiarize yourself with the core concepts of DevOps and navigate through Azure DevOps Services, setting up your environment for success. Chapter 3: Learn about Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, unlocking best practices for efficient implementation and enhancing your development workflow. Chapter 4: Delve into Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Azure Resource Manager, mastering the deployment of resources with ARM templates for greater efficiency and scalability.
Chapter 5: Understand the critical role of monitoring and feedback in DevOps practices, leveraging Azure Monitor and Application Insights to refine your processes. Chapter 6: Explore Agile project management within Azure DevOps, mastering sprint planning, tracking progress, and managing work effectively. Chapter 7: Address security and compliance in DevOps solutions, understanding challenges and implementing best practices to safeguard your projects.
Chapter 8: Discover containerization and orchestration using Azure Kubernetes Service, learning how to deploy and manage containers fluidly. Chapter 9: Gain command over version control with Git and Azure Repos, exploring branching strategies that enhance collaboration and efficiency. Chapter 10: Embrace automated testing strategies within your DevOps pipelines, understanding the types of tests and how to implement them seamlessly.
Chapter 11: Prepare adequately for the AZ-400 exam with tailored study strategies, practice tests, and essential tips for exam day. Chapter 12: Conclude your journey with a recap of key concepts and discover your next steps, including additional resources and community engagement. Whether you're preparing for the AZ-400 exam or seeking to enrich your DevOps proficiency, this book is your ideal companion on a journey toward mastering Azure DevOps.
Embrace the future of software development, armed with knowledge and practical expertise!