Azure Websites and WebJobs
Azure Websites and WebJobs are critical for deploying production applications at scale—and most teams get the configuration wrong. This course cuts through the noise, teaching you how to deploy, monitor, and automate background tasks on Microsoft Azure without the typical trial-and-error overhead.
AIU.ac Verdict: Ideal for cloud engineers and .NET developers moving workloads to Azure or optimising existing deployments. The course is practical and vendor-backed, though it assumes baseline familiarity with Azure fundamentals and C#.
What This Course Covers
You’ll work through Azure App Service architecture, including deployment slots, scaling strategies, and continuous integration pipelines. The course covers WebJobs configuration—both scheduled and event-driven—with real-world patterns for background processing, logging, and troubleshooting production issues.
Expect hands-on labs in Pluralsight’s sandbox environment where you’ll deploy applications, configure auto-scaling rules, set up monitoring alerts, and implement WebJobs for asynchronous tasks. Matt Milner walks through common pitfalls (connection strings, authentication, resource contention) that catch teams in production.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- Cloud engineers migrating on-premises apps: You need practical guidance on Azure App Service architecture and deployment patterns without reinventing the wheel.
- .NET developers new to Azure: Hands-on labs let you deploy and scale applications immediately, bridging the gap between local development and cloud operations.
- DevOps professionals optimising Azure costs: Learn scaling strategies and background job patterns that reduce waste and improve application resilience.
May not suit:
- Absolute Azure beginners: You’ll benefit from foundational Azure knowledge (subscriptions, resource groups, basic networking) before starting.
- Non-.NET developers: Examples are C#-focused; Python or Node.js developers may find limited direct applicability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Azure Websites and WebJobs take?
3 hours 47 minutes of video content. Most learners complete it in 1–2 sittings, though hands-on labs may extend that depending on your pace and experimentation.
Do I need Azure experience before starting?
Yes—basic familiarity with Azure subscriptions, resource groups, and the Azure Portal is assumed. If you’re brand new, start with an Azure fundamentals course first.
Will this course cover serverless alternatives like Azure Functions?
No. This course focuses specifically on App Service and WebJobs. Azure Functions is a separate offering better suited for event-driven, short-lived workloads.
Can I access hands-on labs after completing the course?
Yes. Pluralsight’s sandbox environment remains available for as long as your subscription is active, allowing you to revisit labs and experiment further.
Course by Matt Milner on Pluralsight. Duration: 3h 47m. Last verified by AIU.ac: March 2026.
