Containerizing Apps and Deploying to Azure - .NET on Azure for Beginners - Parts 5 and 6

Overview

Explore containerization and deployment of .NET applications in Azure in this comprehensive 50-minute video tutorial. Learn about Managed Identity and its implementation for Azure Storage, including how to replace connection strings with managed identity in your code. Discover the benefits of containerizing apps, such as improved consistency, scalability, and reproducibility. Examine various Azure container services and their use cases. Follow along with hands-on demonstrations of containerizing a .NET application, using Azure Container Registry for image management, and running a containerized .NET app on a Mac. Gain insights into best practices for deploying containerized applications to Azure, equipping you with essential skills for modern cloud development.

Syllabus

- What is Managed Identity?
- Implementing managed identity for Azure Storage
- Swapping out the connection string for managed identity in the code
- Benefits of Containerizing an App: Learn why containerization is a game-changer for .NET applications. Matt discusses the advantages of containerizing your app, including consistency, scalability, and reproducibility.
- Different Azure Container Services: Explore the various Azure container services available for running your containerized applications. Matt highlights the key differences and use cases for each service.
- Containerizing the App: Get hands-on with containerization as Matt demonstrates how to containerize a .NET application. Follow along as he shows you the steps involved.
- Using Azure Container Registry to Create the Image: Dive into Azure Container Registry and discover how it simplifies image management and distribution. Matt walks you through using Azure Container Registry to create container images.
- Running the .NET App in a Container on a Mac: Witness a live demonstration of running a .NET app within a container on a Mac. Matt illustrates how this approach can streamline local development.
- Deploying to Azure: The final step in your journey is deploying your containerized .NET app to Azure. Matt provides insights into the deployment process, sharing best practices along the way.