Web App Azure Hosting 101

In my journey as a Surestep Ambassador, I've witnessed the transformative power of Azure in many workload scenarios but one of the most trending would be hosting web applications. It's not just about lifting and shifting your website’s digital assets to the cloud, it's about reimagining the possibilities of scalability, security, and innovation.

For most of us, Azure is more than just a platform, it's a partner in growth. Especially for our partner’s and their customers. It offers a suite of tools that empower developers to build, deploy, and manage applications with unprecedented efficiency. As we delve into the intricacies of Azure, we'll explore how its robust infrastructure and cutting-edge services can elevate web apps from a mere concept to a global solution.

Get started using the Azure Portal For most of us, using the Azure Portal is a great start but using the CLI is better left for more advanced users. The portal is a graphical experience, which makes it a great learning tool. The portal helps you discover available features, add additional resources, and customize existing resources.

Azure offers a variety of service plans tailored to different needs. The first step is selecting the right plan for your web app. Consider factors like expected traffic, resource requirements, and budget. Azure's App Service Plans range from Free to Premium tiers, each with its own set of features and limitations. Consider which language you will be using to deploy your solution with. PHP, ASP.NET, Java, Python, Wordpress etc.

Setting Up Your Web App Once you've chosen your service plan, setting up your web app is straightforward. Navigate to the Azure Portal, create a new Web App resource, and configure your application settings. You can select your runtime stack, deployment methods, and even enable autoscaling to handle varying loads.

Deployment and Continuous Integration Azure simplifies deployment with integration options for popular version control systems like GitHub and Azure DevOps. Set up continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to automate the deployment process, ensuring that your web app is always up-to-date with the latest code changes.

Monitoring and Management After deployment, monitoring your web app is crucial. Azure provides tools like Application Insights and Azure Monitor to track performance, diagnose issues, and understand user behaviour. Utilize these tools to optimize your web app's performance and reliability. Hosting your web app in Azure is a journey that combines innovation with functionality. I’ve covered the basics, but there's so much more to explore. Dive into Azure's documentation, experiment with different features, and tailor your hosting experience to your app's unique needs. And remember, do contact your Surestep Ambassador at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. so that we can assist with your customer’s hosting requirements using Azure.