Here’s a comprehensive list of 100 chapter titles for a book on Azure DevOps, covering beginner to advanced topics. These chapters will guide readers through the fundamentals of Azure DevOps, from version control and CI/CD pipelines to advanced integrations, monitoring, and best practices for cloud-based development.
- Introduction to Cloud Development and DevOps Concepts
- What is Azure DevOps? An Overview of the Platform
- Why Azure DevOps? Key Benefits for Developers and Organizations
- The Role of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
- Key Components of Azure DevOps: Boards, Repos, Pipelines, Artifacts, and Test Plans
- Azure DevOps vs. Other DevOps Platforms: A Comparative Overview
- Getting Started with Azure DevOps: Setting Up an Account
- How Azure DevOps Fits into the Azure Ecosystem
- Overview of Azure DevOps Pricing and Plans
- Introduction to DevOps Culture: Collaboration and Automation
- What is Version Control? Introduction to Git and TFVC in Azure Repos
- Setting Up and Configuring Your Azure DevOps Organization and Projects
- Creating and Managing Git Repositories in Azure DevOps
- Understanding Git Branching and Merging in Azure Repos
- How to Clone, Commit, Push, and Pull Code with Git in Azure Repos
- Introduction to Team Foundation Version Control (TFVC)
- Comparing Git and TFVC in Azure DevOps
- Managing Code Reviews and Pull Requests in Azure Repos
- Using Branch Policies for Code Quality Control
- Working with Submodules and Subtrees in Azure Repos
¶ Azure Pipelines: Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery
- Introduction to Azure Pipelines: Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD)
- Setting Up Your First Azure Pipeline: A Hands-On Guide
- Configuring CI Pipelines for Build Automation
- Running Tests in Azure Pipelines: Unit and Integration Tests
- Setting Up Continuous Deployment (CD) Pipelines for Auto-Deployments
- YAML vs. Classic Editor: Choosing the Right Azure Pipeline Approach
- Advanced YAML Pipeline Configuration in Azure DevOps
- Using Build Variables and Expressions in Azure Pipelines
- Securing Azure Pipelines: Managing Secrets and Credentials
- Troubleshooting and Debugging Pipeline Failures
- Creating Multi-Stage Pipelines for Complex Deployments
- Implementing Conditional Execution in Azure Pipelines
- Setting Up Approval Gates and Manual Intervention in Pipelines
- Using Azure DevOps for Cross-Platform Pipelines (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Integrating Azure Pipelines with Docker and Kubernetes
- Continuous Integration for Microservices with Azure Pipelines
- Managing Pipeline Dependencies with Artifact Feeds
- Multi-Region and Multi-Environment Pipelines in Azure DevOps
- Implementing Canary Deployments in Azure Pipelines
- Monitoring and Optimizing Pipeline Performance
¶ Managing Artifacts and Dependencies
- Introduction to Azure Artifacts: Managing Packages and Dependencies
- How to Publish and Consume NuGet Packages in Azure Artifacts
- Setting Up a Maven Repository in Azure Artifacts
- Using npm and JavaScript in Azure Artifacts for Node.js Projects
- Managing Docker Images with Azure Artifacts
- Connecting Azure Artifacts to External Package Repositories
- Managing Versioning and Releases in Azure Artifacts
- Integrating Azure Artifacts with Azure Pipelines for Automated Deployments
- How to Use Artifact Feeds for Dependency Management
- Securing Artifacts in Azure DevOps with Access Control
¶ Azure Boards: Work Item Tracking and Project Management
- Introduction to Azure Boards for Agile Project Management
- Creating and Managing Work Items in Azure Boards
- Using Backlogs and Sprints for Sprint Planning in Azure Boards
- Customizing Work Item Types and States in Azure DevOps
- Configuring Kanban Boards and Task Boards for Team Collaboration
- Managing and Tracking Bugs, Epics, Features, and User Stories
- Setting Up Queries and Filters to Track Work in Azure Boards
- Implementing Advanced Workflow Customizations in Azure Boards
- Integrating Azure Boards with GitHub and Azure Repos
- Using Azure Boards for Release Management and Tracking
¶ Azure Test Plans: Continuous Testing and Quality Assurance
- Introduction to Azure Test Plans: Managing Test Cases and Suites
- Setting Up Manual and Automated Tests in Azure DevOps
- Integrating Selenium with Azure DevOps for Automated Testing
- Running Load and Performance Tests with Azure Test Plans
- Managing Test Execution and Defects in Azure DevOps
- Reporting and Analyzing Test Results in Azure DevOps
- Continuous Testing in the CI/CD Pipeline with Azure DevOps
- Using Azure Test Plans with Azure Pipelines for End-to-End Quality Assurance
- Configuring Test Environments and Test Configuration in Azure DevOps
- Best Practices for Test Automation in Azure DevOps
¶ Security and Compliance in Azure DevOps
- Securing Azure DevOps: Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Using Azure Active Directory (AAD) for Authentication and Authorization
- Implementing Secure Code Scanning with Azure DevOps
- Setting Up Compliance Policies and Governance in Azure DevOps
- Managing Secrets and Keys Securely in Azure DevOps Pipelines
- Integrating Static Application Security Testing (SAST) into Pipelines
- Managing Auditing and Compliance Logs in Azure DevOps
- Best Practices for Securing Azure Pipelines and Repos
- Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in Azure DevOps
- Automating Security Scans in CI/CD Pipelines
- Implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Azure DevOps and Terraform
- Managing Kubernetes Deployments Using Azure DevOps Pipelines
- Integrating Azure DevOps with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Creating and Managing Azure Functions in CI/CD Pipelines
- Continuous Delivery of Serverless Applications with Azure DevOps
- Advanced CI/CD Strategies for Hybrid Cloud Environments
- Implementing Blue-Green and Canary Deployments in Azure DevOps
- Automating Database Migrations and Rollbacks in Azure DevOps Pipelines
- Configuring and Managing Multiple Environments with Azure DevOps
- Leveraging Azure DevOps for Multi-Cloud Deployments
¶ Monitoring and Reporting in Azure DevOps
- Introduction to Azure DevOps Monitoring and Reporting Tools
- Using Dashboards to Track Team Metrics and Project Progress
- Customizing Reports and Widgets in Azure DevOps
- Integrating Azure DevOps with Power BI for Advanced Reporting
- Analyzing Pipeline and Build Metrics for Performance Optimization
- Monitoring and Reporting on Test Results in Azure DevOps
- Alerting and Notifications for Pipeline Failures and Issues
- Using Azure Monitor with Azure DevOps for End-to-End Observability
- Leveraging Azure DevOps Analytics for Insights and Trends
- Future Trends and Innovations in Azure DevOps
These chapters cover the essential concepts, tools, and practices for mastering Azure DevOps, from basic workflows and repositories to advanced integrations, security, and multi-cloud strategies. Each chapter is designed to provide hands-on guidance, best practices, and troubleshooting advice to ensure readers can leverage Azure DevOps effectively for modern cloud-based development.