Configure Azure Blob Storage
Learn how to configure Azure Blob Storage, including tiers and object replication.
Learning objectives
In this module, you learn how to:
Understand the purpose and benefits of Azure Blob Storage.
Create and configure Azure Blob Storage accounts.
Manage containers and blobs within Azure Blob Storage.
Optimize blob storage performance and scalability.
Implement lifecycle management policies to automate data movement and deletion.
Determine the best pricing plans for your Azure Blob Storage.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of cloud computing. Familiarity with cloud computing concepts, such as virtualization, scalability, and pay-as-you-go pricing models, can provide a foundation for understanding how Azure Blob Storage fits into the broader cloud ecosystem.
Knowledge of Azure fundamentals. Having a basic understanding of Microsoft Azure services and concepts, such as Azure Resource Manager, Azure Storage Accounts, and Azure Virtual Networks, can help you navigate and configure blob storage effectively.
Familiarity with storage concepts like file systems, directories, files, and data replication.
Experience with Azure portal or Azure CLI. Familiarity with the Azure portal (web-based management interface) or Azure CLI (command-line interface) can help you navigate and configure blob storage resources efficiently.
Basic programming or scripting skills. While not always required, having some knowledge of programming or scripting languages like Azure PowerShell can be advantageous when automating blob storage configuration tasks.