Introducción a Web Apps en Azure

How to create effective web applications?

In a world where web applications are at the core of many technology projects, their knowledge is not only vital, but also an essential competency for any software developer. These applications not only serve as starting points for other technology branches, but are also crucial for working with APIs in mobile applications. Mastering their development can open up a range of career opportunities, as the course offered at Platzi shows.

What are web applications and why are they important?

Web applications are essential for any developer. From simple creation to publishing and deployment in the cloud, they have been part of almost every developer's learning experience. These applications are critical, not only for creating websites, but also as a means to manage APIs that are indispensable for mobile applications, which store and manage information. Here, the technologies are agnostic, meaning you can work with a variety of languages, such as:

• .NET
• Python
• Node.js
• PHP
• Java

The important thing is flexibility: a web application must be able to support any workload and leverage both Windows and Linux platforms, depending on the needs of the client and the system.

How to create and deploy a web application on Azure?

Getting started with Azure to deploy your web application is a simple and quick process. Here is a basic guide on how to do it:

1. Resource creation: Start by creating a resource group where you will centralize everything you need for your application.

2. Select a URL and content type: Define a specific URL for your application, such as tucurso.azurewebsites.net, and choose to work with code, which is the required category.

3. Technology choice: Choose the programming language your application will work with. Azure allows the flexibility to choose between current and previous versions of various languages.

4. Operating System and Region: Define whether you prefer to work with Linux or Windows based on your deployment needs and select a region suitable for your geographic location.

5. Service Plan Configuration: This step is crucial when defining the hosting capacity of your application. Azure allows you to resize this service according to the volume of requests you expect to receive in your application.

6. Publishing and verification: Once you complete the configuration, publish the application. It may take 5 to 10 seconds for the system to be fully operational, especially if you opted for a free plan that may have certain memory restrictions.

What are the benefits of web applications in the cloud?

The ability to work in the cloud through platforms like Azure allows developers to maximize their efforts efficiently and securely. Some notable advantages include:

• Scalability: You can adjust the capacity of your application according to traffic and storage needs.

• Technological flexibility: Use the environment and language that best suits your project and customer preferences.

• Accessibility: The management and access to your application is done from anywhere in the world.

• Security and data management: Offers robust tools to protect the information you handle in your applications.

As you continue to develop as a technology professional, managing web applications in the cloud will become an increasingly necessary skill. Keep learning and exploring the potential of the cloud to take your technology solutions to the next level - the road to excellence is full of opportunities and discoveries!