Every week starting January 24, 2024 through February 22, 2024 (5 episodes)

Learn Live: Optimize your cloud and build your skills to make the most of Azure

Optimize your cloud architecture and workloads effectively to take full advantage of the cloud. Join us on Microsoft Learn Live as we delve into frameworks and tools for Azure optimization – including Cloud Adoption Framework, Well-Architected Framework, Microsoft Cost Management and Azure Advisor to manage your cloud environments.

Join us for this live learning experience where you will be guided by subject matter experts through the Learn modules below in real time along with developers around the globe. Earn badges, prepare for certifications and Learn Live with a great community! See you there :)

Getting started with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework for Azure

Getting started with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework for Azure: January 24, 2024 9:30AM - 11:00AM (Pacific)

The Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework for Azure is a guide to the full lifecycle of cloud adoption. Along your organization's journey to the cloud, you encounter roadblocks that can be easily removed through common approaches that thousands of customers share. In this episode, you will:

  • Understand common roadblocks that prevent adoption success.
  • Evaluate one or more guides that can help you get things started or move faster.
  • Get started on the proper course of action by using shared guidance and related Learn modules.
Choose the best Azure landing zone to support your requirements for cloud operations

Choose the best Azure landing zone to support your requirements for cloud operations: January 31, 2024 9:30AM - 11:00AM (Pacific)

Azure landing zones can accelerate configuration of your cloud environment. This module will help you choose and get started with the best landing zone option for your needs. In this episode, you will:

  • Compare your management, governance, and security requirements for operations to common operating models.
  • Evaluate options for implementing Azure landing zones against your short-term and long-term requirements.
  • Choose the best Azure landing zone and Learn modules to support your needs for cloud adoption.
Introduction to the Microsoft Azure Well-Architected Framework

Introduction to the Microsoft Azure Well-Architected Framework: February 7, 2024 9:30AM - 11:00AM (Pacific)

You want to build great things on Azure, but you're not sure exactly what that means. Using key principles throughout your architecture, regardless of technology choice, can help you design, build, and continuously improve your architecture. In this episode, you will:

  • Describe the pillars of the Azure Well-Architected Framework
  • Identify key principles for creating a solid architectural foundation
Optimizing with Azure Advisor and Cost Management

Optimizing with Azure Advisor and Cost Management : February 14, 2024 9:30AM - 11:00AM (Pacific)

This session explores methods to estimate, track, and manage costs in Azure. Then you will learn how to use Azure Advisor to optimize your Azure workload usage, lower costs, increase efficiency, and improve security. In this episode, you will:

  • Describe factors that can affect costs in Azure
  • Compare the Pricing calculator and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculator
  • Describe the Microsoft Cost Management tool and the purpose of tags
  • Identify the areas that Advisor analyzes when making recommendations.
  • View and remediate issues that Advisor's recommendations have identified.
  • Understand the Advisor Score and how it helps prioritize recommendations.
Cost optimize with Reserved Instances and Azure savings plan for compute

Cost optimize with Reserved Instances and Azure savings plan for compute: February 22, 2024 9:30AM - 11:00AM (Pacific)

Learn how to optimize and save by taking advantage of Azure Reserved Instances and Azure savings plan for compute. In this module and live session, you’ll learn about the benefits of both Azure savings plan for compute and Azure Reserved Instances and how they can help your compute environment. These modules will guide you on how to get started with both offers and how to effectively manage their performance. In this episode, you will:

  • Understand what Reserved Instances and Azure savings plan are, and how they can benefit your organization.
  • Choose the right compute purchase for your business, transact the purchase, and manage.
  • Monitor and optimize your purchases using available tools.
  • Perform and access basic reporting on your purchases.

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    Senior Product Marketing Manager, Microsoft

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    SENIOR PRODUCT MARKETING MANAGER, Microsoft

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    Senior Cloud Advocate, Microsoft

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Is there a cost to attend the event?

The event is free! You can join YouTube to stream the content for free!

When does the event take place?

Every week starting January 24, 2024 through February 22, 2024

Will this event be available on-demand?

Yes! You can stream our past events anytime! Browse all Learn Live to stream anytime.

Where does the event take place?

This event series is virtual! Join us and thousands of others to enjoy the experience from the comfort of your own home, office, or device.

What language are episodes delivered in?

This show is delivered in English. Captioning in 14 different languages will be available in the recordings, made available 48 hours after each live show at Learn Live.

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