Unlocking Azure Tools for Developers and Educators

Azure offers a range of tools that can be used by developers and educators to create, deploy, and manage applications.

Azure DevOps provides a suite of tools for software development and delivery, including version control, project planning, and continuous integration and delivery.

With Azure DevOps, developers can use Git to manage their code, create pull requests, and collaborate with team members in real-time.

Azure provides a free tier for DevOps, making it accessible to developers of all levels.

Azure offers a Visual Studio Code extension that allows developers to use a code editor that is optimized for Azure development.

Microsoft Dev Tools offers a range of software to students, including Access, Project, Visio, Visual Studio, and Windows Server. You can download and license these tools through the Azure Dev Tools portal.

The portal provides access to various programs, including Microsoft Office applications like Access, Project, and Visio, as well as operating system images. This is a great resource for students looking to develop their skills in software development and IT.

Here's a list of some of the products included in the Microsoft Azure Dev Tools for Teaching subscription:

Microsoft's .NET platform is a great choice for building modern and scalable applications. You can build and deploy .NET apps on a cloud platform designed specifically for .NET.

Azure App Service is a cloud platform that allows you to migrate your on-premises .NET apps with ease. This means you can take advantage of the scalability and reliability of the cloud without having to rewrite your code.

Python is a versatile programming language that can be used to build a wide range of applications, including web apps on Azure.

With Azure, you can leverage Python to put AI and data science to work for your organization, making it easier to analyze and make sense of complex data.

You can build scalable and secure web apps using Python on Azure, which is a great option for businesses looking to modernize their tech stack.

Using Azure's Python support, you can focus on developing your app without worrying about the underlying infrastructure, allowing you to iterate and innovate faster.

Python's simplicity and ease of use make it an ideal choice for developers of all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals.

The Microsoft Dev Tools for Teaching subscription is a treasure trove of software goodies for students.

Microsoft provides OSU College of Engineering students with access to the Azure Dev Tools portal, where they can download various programs, including Access, Project, Visio, Visual Studio, and Windows Server.

Students can also access Microsoft Office applications, but only through Office Home & Student 2013 or Office 365 University at a discounted price.

The Microsoft Azure Dev Tools for Teaching subscription includes a wide range of product families, including Microsoft Access, Advanced Threat Analytics, Agents for Visual Studio, BizTalk Server, and many more.

Here's a list of the product families included in the Microsoft Azure Dev Tools for Teaching subscriptions:

Note that the only desktop operating system now available for download is Windows 10 Education.

To access the Azure portal and download software, you'll need to start by logging into the portal through the provided link and clicking "Sign In". This will prompt you to enter your ONID email and password, and then click "Next".

You'll then be asked to accept a DUO request to verify your identity.

After signing in, you'll be redirected to the Azure website, where you may need to verify your account information and/or accept the terms of service.

To download software, navigate to the Azure portal and click "Software" in the left-hand navigation bar. This will take you to a page with a list of programs and files you can download.

To locate the software you need, use the search bar outlined below the blue search bar at the top of the page. Don't use the blue search bar, as it will search the entire site.

Here are the steps to download software and Windows disc image (ISO) files:

Cloud Development is all about building innovative cloud apps that drive real impact. You can do this by modernizing your existing .NET and Java applications with Microsoft developer cloud.

With Azure, you can simplify complex and distributed environments across on-premises, multiple clouds, and the edge. This is made possible by Azure hybrid cloud solutions, which bring Azure management to your entire IT estate and run Azure services anywhere with Azure Arc.

To streamline development, you can use Visual Studio Code, a lightweight yet powerful code editor that works with any language and runs on any OS. This allows you to edit, debug, and deploy to Azure with ease.

Node.js is a popular choice for cloud development, and for good reason. You can host your Node.js apps on Azure and deploy your first app in minutes.

Azure provides a scalable and secure environment for Node.js apps to run in. This means you can focus on writing code without worrying about the underlying infrastructure.

With Azure, you can take advantage of a managed platform that includes automatic scaling, load balancing, and monitoring. This helps ensure your app is always available and performing well.

Deploying a Node.js app on Azure is a straightforward process that can be completed in just a few clicks.

Building cloud apps is a game-changer for businesses. You can drive impact by building cloud-native apps or modernizing your existing .NET and Java applications with Microsoft developer cloud.

Microsoft's digital and app innovation session is a great place to start. It shows you how to get the most out of cloud development.

To simplify complex and distributed environments, consider Azure hybrid cloud solutions. They let you manage your infrastructure more easily, and bring Azure management to your entire IT estate.

Here are some key features of Azure hybrid cloud solutions:

For containerized apps, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) makes it easy to deploy them. And with Azure Security Center, you can isolate the impact of faults, security incidents, and upgrades using microservices, containers, and serverless functions.

To create and deploy better applications faster, consider the best-in-class tools offered by Azure. You can edit, debug, and deploy to Azure with a lightweight yet powerful code editor that works with any language and runs on any OS.

Here are some features of the tools: