Web Server Administration and DevOps with Microsoft Technologies
Course Description:
This course offers a deep dive into web server administration and DevOps practices using Microsoft technologies. Participants will learn to manage web servers, deploy applications, and implement DevOps methodologies to streamline development and operations. The course covers Microsoft Azure, IIS, and various tools and practices for continuous integration and delivery.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the fundamentals of web server administration.
- Learn to configure and manage Internet Information Services (IIS).
- Explore Microsoft Azure for cloud services and infrastructure management.
- Implement DevOps practices using Azure DevOps and other tools.
- Develop skills in continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD).
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Web Server Administration
- Basics of Web Servers
- Overview of Microsoft IIS
- Web Server Architecture and Components
Module 2: Installing and Configuring IIS
- Installing IIS on Windows Server
- Configuring IIS for Web Applications
- Managing Websites and Application Pools
- Securing IIS: SSL/TLS and Certificates
Module 3: Web Application Deployment
- Deploying ASP.NET Applications to IIS
- Configuring Web Deploy
- Understanding Web.config and Application Settings
- Monitoring and Logging with IIS
Module 4: Introduction to Microsoft Azure
- Overview of Azure Services
- Creating and Managing Azure Resources
- Azure App Services: Web Apps and Functions
- Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates
Module 5: Azure Web App Deployment
- Deploying Web Apps to Azure
- Configuring Azure Web Apps
- Monitoring and Scaling Azure Web Apps
- Using Azure Blob Storage for Static Content
Module 6: Introduction to DevOps
- Understanding DevOps Principles
- Benefits of DevOps Practices
- Key DevOps Tools and Technologies
Module 7: Continuous Integration (CI)
- Setting Up a CI Pipeline with Azure DevOps
- Configuring Build Pipelines
- Integrating Version Control with Git
- Automated Testing in CI
Module 8: Continuous Deployment (CD)
- Setting Up a CD Pipeline with Azure DevOps
- Configuring Release Pipelines
- Deploying to Multiple Environments
- Rollback and Roll-forward Strategies
Module 9: Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Introduction to IaC
- Using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates
- Managing Infrastructure with Terraform
- Configuration Management with Ansible/Chef/Puppet
Module 10: Monitoring and Logging
- Setting Up Azure Monitor
- Application Insights for Performance Monitoring
- Logging with Azure Log Analytics
- Alerting and Incident Management
Module 11: Security and Compliance
- Best Practices for Web Application Security
- Implementing Azure Security Center
- Compliance and Governance in Azure
- Automating Security Checks in DevOps Pipelines
Module 12: Best Practices and Case Studies
- Real-World DevOps Case Studies
- Best Practices for DevOps and Web Server Management
- Continuous Improvement and Learning
- Exploring Advanced Topics and Future Trends
Course Duration:
- Total Duration: 10 Weeks
- Weekly Commitment: 6-8 hours
Prerequisites:
- Basic understanding of web development and server management
- Familiarity with Microsoft technologies and .NET framework
- Basic knowledge of cloud computing concepts is a plus
Learning Resources:
- Official Microsoft Documentation
- Azure DevOps and Azure Portal
- Community forums and online tutorials
Assessment and Certification:
- Weekly quizzes and practical assignments
- Final project: Deploy and manage a web application using IIS and Azure DevOps
- Certificate of Completion upon successfully meeting course requirements
This course is designed for IT professionals, developers, and system administrators looking to enhance their skills in web server management and DevOps practices using Microsoft technologies.