Monitoring Hybrid VMs, Containers, and Networks with Azure Monitor

Managing a mix of on-premises and cloud infrastructure requires a unified approach to keep systems running smoothly. This text-only course guides you through the essentials of monitoring hybrid virtual machines, containerized applications, and network resources using Azure Monitor. You will transition from understanding basic monitoring concepts to implementing real-world tracking strategies. By reading through clear explanations and structured examples, you will learn how to gather critical metrics, analyze system logs, and maintain complete visibility over your hybrid environment. What you'll learn: 1. Understand foundational monitoring concepts, metrics, logs, and modern observability principles. 2. Configure Azure Monitor agents on hybrid virtual machines to collect system health data. 3. Track containerized workloads and Kubernetes clusters across diverse environments. 4. Analyze network performance, connectivity, and traffic flow using diagnostic tools. 5. Create actionable alerts and automated responses to resolve issues before they impact users. 6. Query and analyze performance data using Kusto Query Language (KQL) basics. This course begins with core terminology and setup fundamentals, guiding you step-by-step through configuration and analysis techniques. It is designed for IT professionals, system administrators, and beginners eager to learn modern infrastructure monitoring, with no prior cloud experience required. Start reading today to build your hybrid monitoring skills.