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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will explore the complexities of managing hybrid infrastructures and virtualized environments with a focus on using Azure services. You’ll gain hands-on experience deploying and managing servers, configuring various remoting techniques like PowerShell Remoting and Credential Security Support Provider (CredSSP), and integrating Windows servers with Azure Arc and Defender for Cloud. You'll also learn about the essentials of virtual machines (VMs), containers, and automation, which will enable you to optimize your infrastructure management and troubleshoot common issues. The course walks you through configuring key technologies such as Windows Admin Center (WAC), PowerShell, Azure VM Extensions, and Azure Automation. Additionally, you'll be trained in high availability, managing VMs and containers, and handling various tasks using Azure's robust ecosystem. With a mix of demos and practical applications, you’ll develop the skills needed to manage a hybrid IT environment effectively. This course is ideal for IT professionals, systems administrators, or anyone interested in managing hybrid infrastructure using Azure. You’ll explore fundamental and advanced concepts that can be applied to a range of IT environments. Basic familiarity with cloud computing or server management is recommended, though not strictly required.
