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Azure cloud services and architecture for M365/D365 integration
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Start here
- Azure architecture center : For planning a solution: compare patterns before choosing services.
- Azure Bicep : For repeatable setup: keep the infrastructure definition with your code.
Official resources
Key services for M365 + D365
- Azure Integration Services : Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, Service Bus, Event Grid, Storage Accounts
- Infrastructure as code: Azure Bicep (playground), or Terraform on Azure, built from Azure Verified Modules
- Entra ID
- Azure CLI + Azure Developer CLI (azd) - one-command provision and deploy
Community resources
- John Savill’s YouTube
- Azure Charts - updates and statistics
- Azure Tips and Tricks
- Thomas Maurer’s blog
Cost management
- Dev/test subscriptions: Visual Studio subscriptions (formerly MSDN), GitHub Student Pack, Microsoft for Startups
- Azure pricing calculator
- Cost Management
- Azure Advisor - cost optimization recommendations
Still stuck? Work with me or get in touch.