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Azure Cloud Projects: Hands-On Microsoft Azure Guide

Hands-On: Azure Cloud Projects is a Microsoft Azure learning book built around guided projects covering cloud fundamentals and practical services. Its described topics span identity, networking, storage, serverless, app deployment, containers, CI/CD, and cloud cost management, making it a broad introduction rather than a single-service reference.

At a glance

The described projects cover Entra ID and hybrid identity, Azure storage, virtual networks and VPN gateways, App Service, Azure Functions, and Kubernetes Service.
Topics also include Azure DevOps CI/CD, GitHub Actions, security practices, governance, and cost optimization.
The listing positions the book for learners without prior Azure experience, while noting that basic cloud concepts and programming are helpful.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Broad coverage connects core Azure services with project-oriented examples rather than focusing on only one service.
Includes practical subjects such as deploying apps and containers, automating workflows, and managing cloud costs.
The listed audience includes aspiring cloud engineers, junior developers, IT support staff, students, and certification seekers.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Packt Publishing
Publication date	May 21, 2025
Language	English
Print length	254 pages
ISBN-10	183620423X
ISBN-13	978-1836204237

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	15.8 ounces
Dimensions	7.5 x 0.59 x 9.25 inches

What to know before buying

The listing describes a PDF copy, AI assistant, and next-generation reader as included with the book. Confirm availability and terms for the format or edition you plan to buy.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers starting with Azure who want guided projects across several cloud-service areas.
Aspiring cloud engineers, junior developers, IT support staff, students, and certification seekers looking for a broad introduction.

Less suited to

Readers seeking an explicitly exam-aligned certification guide, since the description presents certification paths as a possible next step rather than identifying an exam-specific syllabus.
Readers looking for an advanced deep dive into one Azure service instead of broad, project-based coverage.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 15 ratings

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Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top category, but the distribution also includes some lower ratings. With a limited rating sample and no written feedback supplied, it is not possible to identify what readers liked or disliked. For buyers considering this broad project-based Azure introduction, the ratings offer only a cautious overall signal, not evidence about the clarity or depth of any specific topic.

Frequently asked questions

What Azure subjects does the book cover?

The listing describes projects involving Entra ID, identity, networking, storage, web apps, serverless functions, databases, containers, CI/CD, governance, and cost optimization.

Is this book aimed at Azure beginners?

The listing says no prior Azure experience is needed. It notes that basic cloud concepts and programming will be helpful.

Does it prepare readers for certification?

The description says the projects may help prepare readers for Azure certification paths, but it does not specify an exam or claim to be an exam-focused guide.