Building Web Endpoints with Azure Functions

Modern web development relies on fast, scalable backend services that run without the overhead of managing traditional servers. Serverless architecture allows you to deploy code instantly, responding to web requests on demand. In this text-based course, you will transition from serverless novice to confidently building and deploying your own functional API endpoints. You will understand how to handle web requests, process data, and return responses using Azure Functions. What you'll learn: - Understand core serverless concepts, execution models, and foundational cloud terminology - Create and configure HTTP-triggered Azure Functions to handle incoming web requests - Implement local development workflows using command-line tools and code editors - Manage application settings, environment variables, and connection strings securely - Configure Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) to safely connect your endpoint to a frontend website - Test and debug your endpoints locally using mock web requests You will start with the fundamental concepts of serverless computing before moving step-by-step through setting up, writing, and testing your first HTTP-triggered function. The written guide walks you through practical code examples, configuration files, and local testing strategies. This course is designed for beginning developers and cloud enthusiasts who want a straightforward introduction to serverless backends without complex prerequisites. Start reading today to build your first serverless endpoint.