Overview
Master Azure without migraines. Cloud development can feel overwhelming, but this book shows you how to build real apps, control costs, and future-proof your career with confidence. Learn practical, hands-on strategies that take you from concepts to production-ready solutions. Hands-on projects: Cement concepts by building a working photo-resizing service and other real examples. End-to-end coverage: Move from storage and networking to DevOps pipelines, keeping every cloud layer connected. Lighthearted explanations: Tackle complex services with humor that keeps learning engaging, not exhausting. Command-line focus: Blend PowerShell and Azure CLI for fast, scriptable deployment and repeatable environments. Built-in security guidance: Apply Azure’s native protections and safeguard data before attackers even try. Performance-tuning tips: Optimize virtual machines and App Services to slash bills while boosting speed. Microsoft Azure in Action, by veteran instructor and Microsoft MVP Lars Klint, delivers a practical 425-page roadmap for modern cloud development. The softcover’s clear structure and project-driven approach make it a trusted desk reference. Starting with core concepts, the book walks you through storage, networking, compute, and serverless workloads. Each chapter includes concise theory with exercises that show exactly how Azure services fit together. Expect straightforward language, plentiful screenshots, and no fluff. Finish with the skills to migrate on-prem apps, automate deployments, secure resources, and keep costs predictable. You will finally understand not just which Azure service to choose but why it matters to your architecture. Ideal for developers comfortable with a scripting language who want actionable Azure expertise, fast.
Full Product Details
Author: Lars Klint
Publisher: Manning Publications
Imprint: Manning Publications
Dimensions:
Width: 19.00cm
, Height: 2.00cm
, Length: 23.40cm
Weight: 0.680kg
ISBN: 9781617299650
ISBN 10: 1617299650
Pages: 368
Publication Date: 10 December 2025
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Author Information
Lars Klint is a Microsoft MVP, international speaker, and veteran Azure instructor known for turning cloud confusion into clarity. With two decades in software development, Lars brings wit, community passion, and hard-won field experience to every page. He distills complex Azure know-how into step-by-step guidance that empowers developers to ship confidently in the cloud.
