Cloud Computing for .NET Developers

Master Cloud Computing for .NET Developers: Build, Scale, and Optimize on the Cloud Using Microsoft Azure

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, cloud computing has become essential for developing, deploying, and scaling applications efficiently and cost-effectively. Cloud Computing for .NET Developers is designed to bridge the gap between traditional development and modern cloud-based solutions, empowering .NET and C# professionals to build, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications with confidence.

Through hands-on projects and real-world scenarios, you will learn how to integrate cloud services into existing .NET applications, utilizing cutting-edge tools like Azure App Services, Azure APIs and Functions, and Azure DevOps. This course equips you with the skills to optimize code performance, reduce latency, and manage hosting costs—making you a competitive cloud developer in today’s market. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to create scalable, secure, and high-performing applications on Microsoft Azure, implementing best practices for deployment, automation, security, and troubleshooting.  

What You will Learn:

• Seamlessly integrate cloud services with existing .NET applications.
• Develop, deploy, and manage cloud-native solutions using Azure App Services, APIs, and Functions.
• Utilize containers and implement CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps.
• Scale and load-balance applications to improve performance and reliability.
• Ensure your applications are secure, compliant, and optimized for the cloud.

Key Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Cloud Computing and Azure: Understand the fundamentals and key features of cloud computing and cloud-native development.
• Azure Functions: Build serverless applications for efficient, event-driven processing.
• Azure Storage Solutions: Explore Blob Storage, databases, and more.
• Containerization with Docker and Kubernetes: Learn how to containerize .NET applications for seamless deployment.
• Identity and Access Management: Implement Azure Active Directory for secure identity management.
• Azure App Services: Deploy and manage scalable web applications.
• Scaling and Load-balancing: Learn vertical and horizontal scaling strategies.
• Azure DevOps: Build CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and scaling.
• Security and Compliance: Ensure cloud applications meet security and compliance standards.
• Monitoring and Diagnostics: Use Azure Monitor and Application Insights for robust monitoring and troubleshooting.

• .NET and C# developers who want to transition to cloud-native application development.
• Solution architects looking to design scalable, cloud-based solutions.
• DevOps engineers interested in automating deployment and scaling workflows on the cloud.

Whether you're looking to enhance your cloud skills or advance your career in cloud development, this course will give you the knowledge and practical experience to excel.

Course Details and Next Steps

• Prerequisite: C# Programming II: Object Oriented Programming or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Next Step: Upon completion of this course, consider taking courses in our C# Programming program.
• Contact: For more information about this course, please email infotech@ucsd.edu.