Design and Implement Microsoft Azure Network Solutions (AZ-700)

Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions (AZ-700) Introduction

Welcome to “Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions (AZ-700),” an immersive and comprehensive course crafted specifically for Network Engineers aiming to excel in the field of Azure networking. In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, mastering Azure networking solutions is crucial for professionals seeking to ensure robust, secure, and scalable network infrastructure.

Throughout this course, you will engage with a wide array of topics that form the backbone of Azure networking. From the foundational aspects of core Azure networking infrastructure to the intricacies of hybrid networking connections, you will gain a thorough understanding of the essential components that drive modern network architecture.

Dive into advanced topics such as load balancing, network routing, and private access to Azure services, ensuring that you are equipped to handle complex networking challenges. Additionally, you will learn about network security and monitoring, enabling you to safeguard your network environments and maintain optimal performance.

By the end of this course, you will have the expertise to design and implement secure, reliable, and efficient Azure networking solutions, positioning you as a valuable asset in any organization.

Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions (AZ-700) Objectives

• Develop a strong foundation in designing and implementing Azure networking solutions.
• Gain hands-on experience with Azure networking tools and technologies.
• Design and implement secure, reliable network infrastructure in Azure.
• Establish hybrid connectivity and manage network routing.
• Implement private access to Azure services.
• Ensure network security and effective monitoring.

Prerequisites

• Experience in enterprise networking, on-premises or cloud infrastructure, and network security.
• Understanding of On-Premises Virtualization Technologies (VMs, Virtual Networking, Virtual Hard Disks).
• Knowledge of Network Configurations (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, Firewalls, Encryption Technologies).
• Understanding of Software Defined Networking and Hybrid Network Connectivity Methods.
• Familiarity with Resilience and Disaster Recovery, including High Availability and Restore Operations.

Audience

• This course is ideal for Network Engineers looking to specialize in Azure networking solutions. Azure Network Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing core Azure networking infrastructure, hybrid networking connections, load balancing traffic, network routing, private access to Azure services, and ensuring network security and monitoring.

Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions (AZ-700) Introduction Outline

Azure Virtual Networks

• Lessons
  • Azure Virtual Networks
  • Public IP Services
  • Public and Private DNS
  • Cross-VNet Connectivity
  • Virtual Network Routing
  • Azure Virtual Network NAT
• Labs
  • Design and Implement a Virtual Network in Azure
  • Configure DNS Settings in Azure
  • Connect Virtual Networks with Peering
• Outcomes
  • Implement virtual networks
  • Configure public IP services
  • Configure private and public DNS zones
  • Design and implement cross-VNET connectivity
  • Implement virtual network routing
  • Design and implement an Azure Virtual Network NAT

Design and Implement Hybrid Networking

• Lessons
  • Site-to-Site VPN Connection
  • Point-to-Site VPN Connections
  • Azure Virtual WAN
• Labs
  • Create and Configure a Local Gateway
  • Create and Configure a Virtual Network Gateway
  • Create a Virtual WAN by Using Azure Portal
• Outcomes
  • Design and implement Site-to-Site VPN connections
  • Design and implement Point-to-Site VPN connections
  • Design and implement Azure Virtual WAN resources

Design and Implement Azure ExpressRoute

• Lessons
  • ExpressRoute
  • ExpressRoute Direct
  • ExpressRoute FastPath
  • ExpressRoute Peering
• Labs
  • Create and Configure ExpressRoute
• Outcomes
  • Design and implement ExpressRoute
  • Design and implement ExpressRoute Direct
  • Design and implement ExpressRoute FastPath

Load Balancing Non-HTTP(S) Traffic in Azure

• Lessons
  • Content Delivery and Load Balancing
  • Azure Load Balancer
  • Azure Traffic Manager
  • Azure Monitor
  • Network Watcher
• Labs
  • Create and Configure a Public Load Balancer to Load Balance VMs Using the Azure Portal
  • Create a Traffic Manager Profile Using the Azure Portal
  • Create, View, and Manage Metric Alerts in Azure Monitor
• Outcomes
  • Design and implement Azure Load Balancers
  • Design and implement Azure Traffic Manager
  • Monitor networks with Azure Monitor
  • Use Network Watcher

Load Balancing HTTP(S) Traffic in Azure

• Lessons
  • Azure Application Gateway
  • Azure Front Door
• Labs
  • Create a Front Door for a Highly Available Web Application Using the Azure Portal
  • Create and Configure an Application Gateway
• Outcomes
  • Design and implement Azure Application Gateway
  • Implement Azure Front Door

Design and Implement Network Security

• Lessons
  • Azure DDoS Protection
  • Azure Firewall
  • Network Security Groups
  • Web Application Firewall on Azure Front Door
• Labs
  • Create a Virtual Network with DDoS Protection Plan
  • Deploy and Configure Azure Firewall
  • Create a Web Application Firewall Policy on Azure Front Door
• Outcomes
  • Configure and monitor an Azure DDoS Protection Plan
  • Implement and manage Azure Firewall
  • Implement network security groups
  • Implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF) on Azure Front Door

Design and Implement Private Access to Azure Services

• Lessons
  • Define Azure Private Link and Private Endpoints
  • Design and Configure Private Endpoints
  • Integrate a Private Link with DNS and On-Premises Clients
  • Create, Configure, and Provide Access to Service Endpoints
  • Configure VNET Integration for App Service
• Labs
  • Restrict Network Access to PaaS Resources with Virtual Network Service Endpoints
  • Create an Azure Private Endpoint
• Outcomes
  • Design and configure private endpoints
  • Explain virtual network service endpoints
  • Design and configure access to service endpoints
  • Integrate private link with DNS
  • Integrate your app service with Azure virtual networks