Designing and Implementing Microsoft Azure Networking Solutions Training (AZ 700)

AZ-700 is designed for network engineers who want to build and manage networking solutions on Microsoft Azure. The course focuses on designing secure, scalable, and high-performance network architectures in cloud and hybrid environments.

This course provides in-depth knowledge of Azure networking services including Virtual Networks (VNet), VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Load Balancers, and Application Gateway. Participants will learn to design hybrid connectivity, secure networks, and optimize performance.

The course includes real-world scenarios and hands-on labs for practical learning.

Module 1: Introduction to Azure Networking

Topics Covered:

• Azure networking fundamentals
• VNet architecture
• IP addressing and subnets

Lab:

• Create a Virtual Network
• Configure subnets and IP addressing
• Deploy resources within VNet

Outcome:
Understand Azure networking basics.

Module 2: Implement Hybrid Connectivity

Topics Covered:

• VPN Gateway (Site-to-Site, Point-to-Site)
• ExpressRoute concepts
• Hybrid network design

Lab:

• Configure Site-to-Site VPN
• Set up Point-to-Site VPN
• Validate hybrid connectivity

Outcome:
Connect on-premises networks with Azure.

Module 3: Load Balancing and Traffic Management

Topics Covered:

• Azure Load Balancer
• Application Gateway
• Traffic Manager

Lab:

• Configure Azure Load Balancer
• Deploy Application Gateway with WAF
• Implement Traffic Manager

Outcome:
Distribute and manage application traffic.

Module 4: Secure Azure Networks

Topics Covered:

• Network Security Groups (NSG)
• Azure Firewall
• DDoS Protection

Lab:

• Configure NSG rules
• Deploy Azure Firewall
• Enable DDoS protection

Outcome:
Secure network infrastructure.

Module 5: Private Access to Azure Services

Topics Covered:

• Private Endpoints
• Service Endpoints
• Private Link

Lab:

• Configure Private Endpoint
• Secure access to Azure services
• Test private connectivity

Outcome:
Enable secure private access to resources.

Module 6: DNS and Name Resolution

Topics Covered:

• Azure DNS
• Name resolution strategies
• Custom DNS

Lab:

• Configure Azure DNS zone
• Set up custom domain
• Implement name resolution

Outcome:
Manage DNS in Azure.

Module 7: Monitoring and Troubleshooting Networking

Topics Covered:

• Network Watcher
• Connection Monitor
• Diagnostics tools

Lab:

• Monitor network traffic
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues
• Analyze logs

Outcome:
Maintain network performance and availability.

Module 8: Network Design and Optimization

Topics Covered:

• High availability design
• Network performance optimization
• Cost optimization

Lab:

• Design resilient network architecture
• Optimize traffic routing
• Reduce networking costs

Outcome:
Design scalable and optimized networks.