End-to-End Deployment of MEAN Stack on Azure with CI/CD Practice Exam
End-to-End Deployment of MEAN Stack on Azure with CI/CD Practice Exam
About End-to-End Deployment of MEAN Stack on Azure with CI/CD Exam
The End-to-End Deployment of MEAN Stack on Azure with CI/CD Exam evaluates an individual’s proficiency in deploying and managing a MEAN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, Angular, and Node.js) application on Microsoft Azure, leveraging continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices. The exam covers all stages of the deployment process, from the initial setup of Azure services, through the development and integration of the CI/CD pipeline using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, to the final deployment of a scalable and production-ready MEAN stack application. It focuses on automating deployment workflows, monitoring applications in real time, and managing cloud resources efficiently. Candidates will be assessed on their ability to deploy applications to Azure Cloud, integrate development and deployment processes, and manage both backend and frontend deployment seamlessly in a controlled environment.
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of MongoDB for database management, Express.js for backend development, Angular for frontend, and Node.js for server-side application development.
- Ability to build scalable and maintainable full-stack applications using the MEAN stack.
- Understanding of various Azure services such as App Service, Azure Storage, Azure DevOps, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
- Experience setting up and managing cloud resources for hosting web applications.
- Proficiency in managing cloud infrastructure and optimizing it for scalability and cost-efficiency.
- Experience in configuring and managing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions for automating build, test, and deployment processes.
- Ability to set up automated workflows to ensure seamless integration and deployment of both frontend and backend code.
- Strong understanding of Git for version control and branching strategies for collaborative development.
- Proficiency in managing source code repositories and handling merge conflicts.
- Ability to monitor deployed applications using Azure Monitor or Application Insights to ensure performance and reliability.
- Experience in troubleshooting and debugging issues during the deployment process.
- Familiarity with Docker for containerizing applications and Kubernetes for orchestration to streamline deployment and scaling of the MEAN stack application on Azure.
- Understanding how to efficiently manage Azure resources and reduce costs, including the deletion of unused resources and scaling applications according to demand.
Who should take the Exam?
- Developers proficient in the MEAN stack looking to enhance their skills in deploying web applications on Azure, leveraging CI/CD practices to automate workflows and streamline deployment processes.
- Professionals with a focus on automation, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines who want to validate their ability to deploy full-stack applications using Azure DevOps or other CI/CD tools.
- Engineers responsible for managing cloud infrastructure and ensuring the efficient deployment of applications who are seeking to demonstrate their skills in Azure cloud services and CI/CD integration.
- Software Engineers and Architects
- IT Professionals Transitioning to Cloud and DevOps Roles
- Students or individuals with a foundational understanding of the MEAN stack who are eager to expand their knowledge of cloud technologies and DevOps practices to enhance their career prospects.
Course Outline
The End-to-End Deployment of MEAN Stack on Azure with CI/CD Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 - Introduction to the Public Cloud
- Overview of the Course
- Understanding the Benefits and Necessity of Cloud and On-Premises Infrastructure
- Exploring Public Cloud and Key Cloud Providers
- Overview of Cloud Service Models: IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
- Introduction to Azure Cloud Services
- An Overview of Azure DevOps
Domain 2 - Azure Portal and Azure DevOps
- Steps for Registering a Free Azure Account
- Navigating the Azure Portal
- Overview and Functionality of Azure DevOps
- Enabling Azure Pipeline Agents in a Free Account
Domain 3 - Node Express API – Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment
- Introduction to the MEAN Stack Application
- Setting Up CosmosDB
- Connecting CosmosDB to Local Code
- Configuring Azure Repos Git for Node Express API
- Setting Up Continuous Integration (CI) Pipeline for Node Express API
- Creating an Azure App Service
- Configuring Continuous Deployment (CD) Pipeline for Node Express API
- Integrating Local Angular App with the App Service API
- Implementing Logging and Monitoring Using App Insights
Domain 4 - Angular App – Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment
- Pushing Angular Code to Azure Repos Git
- Creating CI Pipeline for Angular – Part 1 and 2
- Setting Up Storage Account Containers
- Steps for Deploying Angular App with CD Pipeline
- Performing End-to-End Testing on Azure
Domain 5 - Industry Best Practices and Infrastructure Clean-up
- Understanding the Pull Request DTAP Process
- Clean-up Process: Deleting All Services to Avoid Unnecessary Costs
