Overview

Hello! This repository has been created to share our FastTrack for Azure Live session materials in one easy to manage location.

It is a dynamic and regularly updated repository so please bookmark and keep an eye on it. Note that the information contained is publically available and as such is maintained by Azure Engineers regardless of timezone.

Structure

You will notice that the layout of this repository is nested by Azure Solution area; this is to make finding information and storing easier for all parties. However when looking for a specific topic you can search by the session title itself or use the link in the table below.

FTA Live Sessions

Category	Title	Description
Application Modernization	Infrastructure as Code	In this session we will discuss how to create an ARM Template using Bicep and deploy using Azure Pipelines. We will cover key areas such as CI/CD Pipelines and Authoring Tools.
Application Modernization	App Service Networking	In this session you will learn about the different ways you can secure Azure App Service from a networking perspective. The main focus of the session will be Azure App Service, but you will also be able to apply a lot of the concepts we cover to other Azure PaaS services.
Application Modernization	Application Lift and Shift	A "lift and shift" approach offers a quick migration path to the cloud. While this is a valid approach, it is also important to understand the trade-offs of migrating applications with minimal code changes, which can also introduce new complexities in infrastructure as well as increased costs in the short term. In this session, we will discuss the pros and cons of lift and shift, as well as recommended best practices for long-term successful applications in the cloud.
Application Modernization	PaaS Networking	In this session you will learn about the different options available to more closely integrate Platform as a Service into your virtual network, where that requirement exists. The main focus will be the different options available at a high level - the concepts are widely shared between different services.
Application Modernization	Azure DevOps Patterns and Practices	This session is a technical deep-dive on CI/CD in practice for Applications. Topics include Pipeline Triggers, Securing Credentials, YAML Pipelines as Code template organization, workflow guidance and more.
Application Modernization	CI/CD for Applications	This session is a technical deep-dive on CI/CD in practice for Applications. Topics include Pipeline Triggers, Securing Credentials, YAML Pipelines as Code template organization, workflow guidance and more.
Application Modernization	CI/CD for Infrastructure	This session is a technical deep-dive on CI/CD in practice for Infrastructure. We will walkthrough infrastructure as code options, deployments vs configuration management processes, additional risks and responsibilities for automating the foundational layer of your Azure workloads and more.
Application Modernization	DevSecOps	In this 200-level session we will walk you through the practice of DevSecOps. You will learn why it is important to apply a "shift-left" security strategy to your software development lifecycle. You will also learn where to apply which security in your CI/CD stages. Agenda: (1) How to shift your security focus left. (2) Steps in your development process where security can be built in. (3) Tools that can help you in improving your overall security. Audience: This session is most useful for application architects wanting to improve their overall security stance, as well as security officers wanting insights in how development processes can be secured from the initial conception of a project all the way to production. This session is also useful for developers wanting to build in security on their developer processes. Some knowledge on overall DevOps practices and automation is nice to have.
Application Modernization	Cloud Architecture	The way we design solutions in the cloud has a large impact on things like scalability, cost, performance, security and managing overhead. In this session, we will discuss how to make informed architecture decisions during the design and requirements phase - not just the "how" but also the "why". Understanding these topics will help you be more successful in the cloud and have a better experience once you are in production.
Application Modernization	AKS Operations	In this session we will cover the fundamentals of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) guidance, best practices, tools, and demos to help administrators and engineers who need to manage their AKS clusters in their day-to-day operations.
Application Modernization	AKS Secure Baseline Architecture	Join this topic to learn about the Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Secure Baseline Architecture which is Microsoft's official recommendation for getting started with AKS. Key objectives to cover include common AKS patterns and "gotchas", complex scenario discussion, improving existing clusters.Prior experience with Kubernetes will be assumed and the content is not beginner-level.
Application Modernization	Microsoft Identity Platform	In this session you will learn about the different offerings available in the Microsoft Identity Platform to help you integrate your solutions with a modern cloud-scale identity platform. We will discuss Azure AD (for both single-tenant and multi-tenant apps), Azure AD B2B for guest user access and Azure AD B2C for Customer Identity Access Management (CIAM). We will also cover how they are similar, where they are different, and when to choose which.
Hybrid Management	Azure Arc for Servers	In this session, learn about Azure Arc capabilities including Deployment Approaches and how to leverage Azure Management capbilities for you non-Azure estate.
Hybrid Management	Azure Arc for Kubernetes	In this session, learn about Azure Arc-enabled Kubernetes. We will discuss how to connect Kubernetes clusters to Arc, deploy cluster extensions (monitoring, defender, policy manager) and how to configure cluster for GitOps.
Hybrid Management	Azure Arc Services	In this session, learn about Azure Arc services from definition, to planning and implementation. We will cover Arc-enabled servers, Arc-enabled data services and Arc-enabled Kubernetes with a focus on supporting your deployment scenarios.
Data	SQL API for Cosmos DB	In this session you will learn how to design and develop for Cosmos DB SQL API. We will take you through an end-to-end scenario and share recommended practices along the way. Specific topics will range from archiecture design to configuration to how to use the Client SDK and optimizing your monitoring setup.
Data	SQL Migration	In this session, you will learn how to migrate your data to Azure and different deployment options in Azure. Specifically SQL IaaS vs PaaS, understanding High Availability concepts, leveraging Data Migration Assistant and various Services available in your Migration.
Data	ADLS Gen1 to Gen2 Migrations	In this session, you will learn about the ADLS Gen1 to Gen2 Migration Initiative, the available options for migrating from ADLS Gen1 to ADLS Gen2, and the best practices for conducting a successful migration. We will look at the migration life cycle and examine migrations using Azure Data Factory and the M3 Tool Portal Experience.
Data	Azure Purview Fundamentals	This is a demo-heavy session covering the core fundamentals of Azure Purview. We will cover the key features of Azure Purview which enables you to achieve unified data governance including deployment options, asset scanning, custom/default classifications and security principles.
Data	Azure Synapse	In this session we will cover the key features of Azure Synapse along with the architecture and common use cases. This is a demo based session covering the core fundamentals of Azure Synapse to illustrate setting up the core features. The session will cover various key features like identity, managed virtual network & private end point configuration in Synapse.
Data	Azure Data Factory Security	Learn and review how to implement secure Azure Data Factory pipelines using VNET integration and managed private endpoints. We'll cover data exfiltration prevention in the most common scenarios including on prem to Azure data transfer.
Data	Modern Data Warehouses - Designing, Building and Operating	As more businesses become data-driven, Modern Data Warehouse (MDW) solutions have exploded in popularity with numerous architectures and technologies to support them. Deciding on which architecture and set of technologies to include in your MDW project can be overwhelming however. In this session you will learn critical considerations to produce a MDW design and best practices to deploy successfully into Azure. Based on lessons learned from working with hundreds of organisations, topics include architecture, security, business continuity, governance, monitoring, development practices and many more. Join us so we can fast-track your next MDW project.
AI & ML	Azure Machine Learning Fundamentals	In this session you will gain an understanding of the overall Azure Machine Learning (AzureML) components and how you can start using the AzureML studio web portal to accelerate you AI journey in the cloud.
AI & ML	Azure ML Enterprise Deployment	In this session you will learn how to design and implement Azure Machine Learning using enterprise deployment features, so you can create a secure configuration that is compliant with your companies policies, enjoys tighter security and satisfies your enteprise governance requirements. We will discuss vNets, Endpoints, RBAC, AKS and much more!
AI & ML	Vision AI	In this session you will learn about using Azure Machine Learning for vision related tasks. You will learn about deep computer vision and vision related tasks, including classification, segmentation, 2D, 3D pose estimation, video action recognition and more. We then discuss how to use Azure automation and cloud deployment and processing of your machine learning tasks.
AI & ML	MLOps	In this session we will cover the best practices to deploy, manage, and retrain machine learning models within Azure. We will discover how to deploy machine learning models up to production and discover how to leverage the built-in integration with Azure DevOps for seamless scheduling, managing, and automating workflows.
Intro	FastTrack for Azure Introduction	In this session you will hear from our Program Managers who will walk through what FastTrack for Azure is and how it can support you in your Cloud Journey.
Migrate	Azure Migrate for Servers - Part 1	This Part 1 of 2 session will give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge around best practices for rehosting servers during your DC Migration project. In this first session, we will focus on the discovery and assessment of your source environment including a prescriptive framework, public documentation and Azure portal examples. Session 2 will go into more detail around best practices and discuss multiple scenarios and frameworks.
Migrate	Azure Migrate for Servers - Part 2	This Part 2 of 2 session will give you the opportunity to expand your knowledge around best practices for rehosting servers during your DC Migration project. This second session is focused on the replication, testing, and migration of your servers including a prescriptive framework, public documentation and Azure portal examples. Attendance at Part 1 is not mandatory but is highly recommended.
Migrate	Azure Service Manager Migration	Azure Service Manager (Classic) IaaS and Cloud service will be deprecated in near future, join this session to discuss options and recommendations in migrating and modernizing your workloads from Azure Service Manager to Azure Resource Manager.
Management and Governance	Azure Governance	This session is fundamental to understanding Azure operations and how you can maximize your Cloud Journey. It is highly encouraged for anyone new to FTA or to Azure to attend this session which caters for all knowledge levels. Topics will include Resource Groups, Naming Standards, Archiectural Design and much more.
Management and Governance	Modern Service Operations	In this session we will discuss the non-technical side of Modern Service Operations aswell as how Cloud Adoption and Well-Architected frameworks can help you. From Cloud Operating Models to RACI and SLA/Resiliance; this topic will cater to all knowledge levels in your Azure design projects.
Management and Governance	Gobernanza de Azure	Únase a nosotros en vivo para escuchar a los ingenieros de Microsoft FastTrack para Azure (FTA) y hacer sus preguntas sobre la gobernanza de Azure. Acerca de este evento. Esta sesión le brindará la oportunidad de expandir su conocimiento de los temas de Azure Governance.
Management and Governance	Azure Monitoring	In this session, you will learn about the different components of Azure Monitor and how you can utilize for end-to-end monitoring across your Cloud Solution. We will discuss Cloud Management capabilities and how to best use the Insights for gaining visibility of your environment, and much more.
Management and Governance	Migrate from legacy agents to AMA	In this session, learn how to plan and approach your migration from the legacy Microsoft Monitoring Agent/OMS Agent to the Azure Monitor Agent, where used with Azure Monitor and other services.
Management and Governance	Azure Application Monitoring	In this session, you will learn how to use Azure Monitor Application Insights for end-to-end application monitoring. Intended audience for this session is application developers.
Management and Governance	Azure Cost Management	Learn how to use the cost optimization pillar of the Microsoft Azure Well-Architected Framework to design a cloud-based architecture that is efficient, eliminates waste, and gives you full visibility into where your money is spent on cloud resources.
Management and Governance	Kusto Query Language	In this session, learn how to write queries in Kusto Query Language (KQL) in the context of Azure Monitor and Microsoft Sentinel. We will cover best practices, design, how to create queries in the interface and leveraging scalar/aggregation functions along with much more.
Networking	Azure Networking Part 1	This is Part One in a Two-Part Series. There are several critical design areas surrounding networking and connectivity to, from, and within Microsoft Azure. You will need to make networking design decisions to properly support the workloads and services that will be hosted in the cloud. The goal of this series is to provide you with an understanding of Azure's core networking services, how they interact with one another, and their respective best practices to aid with your deployments.
Networking	Azure Networking Part 2	This is Part Two in our Azure Networking Series. In this session we will cover more advanced topics such as Routing, Security and Management of your Networking services. Attendance at Part One is not mandatory but is recommended before joining this second instalment.
Q&A	Question and Answer	Got questions about Azure? Need specific guidance on your project implementation? In this session we flip the microphone so you drive the conversation where our panel of expert FastTrack for Azure engineers will answer your queries, help you along in your Azure journey and try our best to provide support where you need it. Note that this is a multi-customer hour so please be conscious of other people on the line!
SAP on Azure	Azure Monitor for SAP Solutions and Microsoft Sentinel - Continuous Threat Monitoring for SAP	Azure Monitor for SAP Solutions (AMS) is an Azure-native monitoring product for SAP landscapes on Azure. In the first part of this session, you will learn about AMS and how you can utilize it for monitoring your mission-critical SAP workloads for availability, performance, and operation. The second part will cover Microsoft Sentinel Continuous Threat Monitoring for SAP solution. Microsoft Sentinel is a cloud-native Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) solution. Join this session to learn about how to deploy, configure and monitor your SAP systems with Microsoft Sentinel for advanced threat detection. Both presentations will be accompanied by demos.
SAP on Azure	Connect and Integrate RISE with SAP landscapes to Azure	In the first part of the session, you will learn about network connectivity options between SAP-managed RISE with SAP landscapes in Azure and your own Azure virtual networks. We will also give a high level overview of DNS configuration options and SAP Private Link Service for Azure. In the second part, we will present outbound e-mail communication from SAP NetWeaver-based systems through Exchange Online, considering different SMTP options.
Security	Ask an Azure Security SME	Whether you are just starting your security journey with Azure and you are not sure how to get started, or you are busy implementing Defender for Cloud or Microsoft Sentinel and have some questions along the way, let our experts help you. This is an open forum for asking questions, so bring your questions and challenges.
Security	Microsoft Defender for Cloud	This is a fundamentals session into Cloud Security intended for beginners or users looking for a refresher in the essential guidelines in setting up your Cloud Security design. We will cover Microsoft Defender for Cloud along with the enhanced protection services offered by enhanced Defender capabilities, guidance on using the tools and tips to improve your Secure Score.
Security	Seguridad de Azure	Únase a nosotros en vivo para escuchar a los ingenieros de Microsoft FastTrack para Azure (FTA) y hacer sus preguntas sobre los fundamentos de seguridad de Azure. Acerca de este evento. En esta sesión, aprenda sobre Azure Security Center, Azure Defender, Azure Policy y cómo puede utilizar esas herramientas para obtener y mejorar su postura de seguridad.
Security	Azure Data Security	This session will discuss why you need to care about data security regardless of your project in Azure, and help you to understand where your risks are coming from. We will cover the shared responsibilities between you and Microsoft for your Azure deployments and help you to work towards understanding the different access patterns that you need to accommodate in your day-to-day use of Azure.
Security	Microsoft Sentinel	Deploying a SIEM can be tricky, Microsoft Sentinel aims to help solve that problem. However, there are still decisions to be made and prior planning that need to occur in order to make these deployments successful. Join this session to learn about the pre-deployment considerations, planning and how to practically setup Sentinel within the tool itself via the use of demo's.
Virtual Desktop	Azure Virtual Desktop	Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) empowers flexibile working as well as other remote and distributed scenarios. This comes with many moving parts and decision points you need to consider in your deployment in both getting AVD running and doing so quickly with success. Join this ‘Getting Started’ session so you can start to understand all the moving parts and how to craft a solution that is right for you.
Virtual Desktop	FTA Live: FTA エンジニアによる AVD アーキテクチャーデザインガイドセッション	本セッションでは、FTA にて AVD の本格展開をご支援する際に、検討すべき内容、見落としがちなポイント、よくご質問を頂く点など、本番展開に向けた設計のポイントを凝縮してお届けします
Marketplace	Marketplace Fundamentals	Join this session to understand the value proposition of the Azure Marketplace. We will cover the fundamentals and main features to get up and running with your applications.
Hybrid	Azure Stack HCI - Part 1: Introduction To HCI (1 of 3)	Azure Stack HCI is a new hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) operating system delivered as an Azure service. This is our solution in cases where latency, data sovereignity or legal restrictions require you to stay onpremise. Run your favorite workloads like virtual machines, kubernetes and run Azure services like SQL managed instances, Azure Virtual Desktop meeting the requirements of onpremise hosting. There are a lot of moving parts and decision points to get AzStack HCI running. During this session we will discuss the what, use cases, benefits and what to do to get started.
Hybrid	Azure Stack HCI - Part 2: Planning & Deploying Azure Stack HCI (2 of 3)	Azure Stack HCI is a new hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) operating system delivered as an Azure service. During this session we will discuss the various deployment methods and tools, networking design and storage considerations
Hybrid	Azure Stack HCI - Part 3: Operating Azure Stack HCI (3 of 3)	Azure Stack HCI is a new hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) operating system delivered as an Azure service. This session is about - operation tasks (Backup, Updating, Monitoring) - your management options and shows some of the hybrid workloads (e.g. Azure Resource Bridge, AKS, AVD,...) you can run on HCI

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