Pro Serverless Data Handling with Microsoft Azure: Architecting ETL and Data-Driven Applications in the Cloud

If you are a solution architect or a decision maker, the conceptual aspects of this book will help you gain a deeper understanding of the underlying technology and its capabilities. You will understand how to develop using Azure Functions, Azure Data Factory, Logic Apps, and to employ serverless databases in your application to achieve the best scalability and design. If you are a developer, you will benefit from the hands-on approach used throughout this book. Many practical examples andarchitectures applied in real-world projects will be valuable to you on your path to serverless success. 

• Know what services are available in Microsoft Azure that can deal with large amounts of data
• Design modern data applications based on serverless technology in the cloud
• Transform and present data without the use of infrastructure
• Employ proven design patterns for rapid implementation of serverless data applications
• Choose the correct set of development tools for the services you are using
• Understand the term "serverless" and how it can be a benefit
• Identify scenarios in which serverless is not the best option available
  

Frank Geisler is owner and CEO of GDS Business Intelligence GmbH, a Microsoft Gold Partner in five categories. He is located in Lüdinghausen, in the lovely Münsterland. He is a Data Platform MVP, MCT, MCSE-Business Intelligence, MCSE-Data Platform, MCSE-Azure Solutions Architect, and DevOps Engineer Expert. In his job he is building business intelligence systems based on Microsoft technologies, mainly on SQL Server and Microsoft Azure. He has also a strong focus on Database DevOps.