SAP on Azure: Certified Configurations and Deployment Planning

Deploying enterprise SAP workloads in the cloud requires a precise understanding of certified configurations, virtual machine sizing, and strict architecture standards. This comprehensive text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts of running SAP on Azure. You will transition from a cloud beginner to a confident planner capable of selecting the right Azure resources, storage options, and network setups that meet official SAP support requirements. What you'll learn: 1. Understand foundational SAP and Azure integration terms, certified virtual machine types, and support prerequisites. 2. Identify compliant deployment options for SAP NetWeaver and SAP HANA on Azure infrastructure. 3. Configure high-availability and disaster recovery architectures tailored for enterprise SAP databases. 4. Plan storage solutions using Azure NetApp Files and Premium SSDs to meet key performance benchmarks. 5. Explore modern automation practices, including basic Infrastructure as Code concepts for consistent deployments. 6. Master the design principles needed to architect secure, scalable, and fully supported SAP environments in the cloud. The course begins with core terminology and certification prerequisites before advancing to step-by-step architectural planning, database clustering, and security configurations. This text-only program is designed for IT professionals, database administrators, and cloud architects new to hosting SAP on Azure, with no advanced cloud prerequisites required. Start reading today to build a solid foundation in enterprise-grade cloud deployments.