Introduction

  • 2 minutes

This module details package migration strategies, artifact repository consolidation approaches, and comprehensive security configuration to secure access to package feeds and artifact repositories using Azure Artifacts.

Module overview

In this module, you'll explore:

  • Identifying artifact repositories: Assess existing repositories across your organization including self-hosted and third-party solutions.
  • Migration strategies: Learn approaches for migrating artifacts to Azure Artifacts with minimal disruption.
  • Integration approaches: Consolidate multiple repositories using upstream sources and gradual migration patterns.
  • Securing package feeds: Implement visibility settings and access controls to protect your artifacts.
  • Roles: Understand the four Azure Artifacts roles (Reader, Collaborator, Contributor, Owner) and their permissions.
  • Permissions: Configure granular permissions for users, teams, and service principals.
  • Authentication: Set up authentication mechanisms including Personal Access Tokens and credential providers.

Learning objectives

After completing this module, you'll be able to:

  • Identify artifact repositories: Inventory existing artifact repositories and assess migration needs across your organization.
  • Migrate and integrate artifact repositories: Plan and execute migration strategies to consolidate artifacts into Azure Artifacts.
  • Secure package feeds: Configure feed visibility and access controls to protect packages from unauthorized access.
  • Implement roles: Assign appropriate roles (Reader, Collaborator, Contributor, Owner) to control feed access.
  • Configure permissions: Set up granular permissions for users, teams, and groups at feed and view levels.
  • Set up authentication: Configure authentication mechanisms for users and build services to access feeds securely.

Prerequisites

  • Package management knowledge: Understanding of package management concepts and Azure Artifacts fundamentals.
  • Azure DevOps familiarity: Experience with Azure DevOps organizations and projects.
  • Package types: Familiarity with at least one package type (NuGet, npm, Maven, or Python).
  • Security concepts: Basic knowledge of authentication and authorization concepts.