Microservices with Azure by Rahul Rai

Key FeaturesExplore architectural patterns for building modern day Microservice-based systemsLearn about Microsoft Service Fabric as a platform to host distributed MicroservicesDiscover multiple options for hosting Microservices on heterogeneous, cross-platform environmentsLearn to configure Azure Service Fabric clusters for enterprise-grade service deploymentsBook DescriptionMicrosoft Azure is rapidly evolving and is widely used as a platform on which you can build Microservices that can be deployed on-premise and on-cloud heterogeneous environments through Microsoft Azure Service Fabric. This book will help you understand the concepts of Microservice application architecture and build highly maintainable and scalable enterprise-grade applications using the various services in Microsoft Azure Service Fabric. We will begin by understanding the intricacies of the Microservices architecture and its advantages over the monolithic architecture and Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles. We will present various scenarios where Microservices should be used and walk you through the architectures of Microservice-based applications. Next, you will take an in-depth look at Microsoft Azure Service Fabric, which is the best–in-class platform for building Microservices. You will explore how to develop and deploy sample applications on Microsoft Azure Service Fabric to gain a thorough understanding of it.Building Microservice-based application is complicated. Therefore, we will take you through several design patterns that solve the various challenges associated with realizing the Microservices architecture in enterprise applications. Each pattern will be clearly illustrated with examples that you can keep referring to when designing applications.Finally, you will be introduced to advanced topics such as Serverless computing and DevOps using Service Fabric, to help you undertake your next venture with confidence.What you will learnUnderstand the basics of Microservices and how Microsoft Azure fits into the equationMaster Azure Service Fabric architecture and servicesExplore Azure Service Fabric application programming modelsComprehensive study of various architecture patterns for building enterprise-grade MicroservicesManage and deploy Microservices on Azure Service FabricAn insight into the future of Microservices with containers and serverless computingAbout the AuthorNamit Tanasseri is a certified Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect with more than 11 years of work experience. He started his career as a Software Development Engineer with Microsoft Research and Development Center in 2005. During the first five years of his career, he had opportunities to work with major Microsoft product groups such as Microsoft Office and Windows. The experience working with the largest development teams within Microsoft helped him strengthen his knowledge of agile software development methodologies and processes. He also earned a patent award for a technology invention during this tenure.Namit joined Microsoft Services chasing his passion for delivering solutions on cloud technologies and for gaining better exposure to technology consulting. As a technology consultant with Microsoft, Namit worked with Microsoft Azure Services for four years. Namit was a worldwide subject matter expert in Microsoft Azure, and he actively contributed to the Microsoft cloud community, apart from delivering top quality solutions for Microsoft customers. Namit also led the Windows Azure community in Microsoft Services India. Namit currently serves as a Microsoft Cloud Solutions Architect from Sydney, Australia working on large and medium sized enterprise engagements.Rahul Rai is a technology consultant based in Sydney, Australia with over nine years of professional experience. He has been at the forefront of cloud consulting for government organizations and businesses around the world.Rahul has been working on Microsoft Azure since the service was in its infancy, delivering an ITSM tool built for and on Azure in 2008. Since then, Rahul has played the roles of a developer, a consultant, and an architect for enterprises ranging from small start-ups to multinational corporations.Rahul has worked for over five years with Microsoft Services, where he worked with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions on Microsoft Azure. In Microsoft, Rahul was a worldwide Subject Matter Expert in Microsoft cloud technologies. Rahul has also worked as a Cloud Solution Architect for Microsoft, for which he worked closely with some established Microsoft partners to drive joint customer transformations to cloud-based architectures. He loves contributing to community initiatives and speaks at some renowned conferences such as Tech Days and Ignite. Rahul is a contributor to Azure Open Source initiatives and has authored several MSDN articles and publications on Azure..Table of ContentsMicroservices – Getting to know the BuzzwordMicrosoft Azure platform and Services PrimerUnderstanding Azure Service FabricHands-on with Service Fabric – Guest ExecutablesHands on with Service Fabric – Reliable ServicesReliable ActorsMicroservices Architecture Patterns MotivationMicroservices Architectural PatternsSecuring and Managing Your MicroservicesDiagnostics and MonitoringContinuous Integration and Continuous DeploymentServerless Microservices