Hands-On Lab Workshop: Cloud Basics with Azure - Fundamental Cloud Computing
Event Overview
Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop exploring the foundational concepts of Microsoft Azure cloud computing. This session is designed to give you practical experience with Azure's core services — including compute, storage, and networking — through guided labs within the Azure Portal and CLI. Whether you're new to cloud or looking to solidify your Azure fundamentals, this workshop provides a structured, hands-on path to building real-world cloud skills with expert guidance from WWT's Azure practitioners.
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What to expect
- Azure Services Overview: Explore the essentials of Microsoft Azure and understand how its core services work together.
- Hands-On Azure Compute: Get practical experience deploying and managing compute resources directly in the Azure Portal.
- Azure Storage Fundamentals: Learn how Azure handles data storage and gain hands-on experience in a live lab environment.
- Azure Networking Basics: Discover key networking concepts in Azure and apply them through guided lab exercises.
- Azure Portal & CLI Practice: Work directly in the Azure Portal and CLI to build confidence navigating real-world tools.
- Interactive Q&A: Collaborate with WWT experts and fellow participants during live discussion and Q&A segments.
Goals and Objectives
• Understand the foundational concepts and services within Microsoft Azure. • Gain hands-on experience deploying and managing Azure Compute resources. • Learn how Azure Storage works and practice using it in a live lab environment. • Explore Azure Networking fundamentals and configure resources in a guided environment. • Build confidence navigating the Azure Portal and using the Azure CLI for cloud management tasks.
Who should attend?
This workshop is ideal for IT professionals new to cloud technology, developers looking to expand their Microsoft Azure skills, system administrators exploring cloud migration, and anyone seeking a foundational understanding of Azure services. No prior Azure experience is required; basic compute infrastructure knowledge is helpful but not necessary. If you're ready to start your cloud journey or want to build a stronger Azure foundation, this workshop is for you.