Modernize Existing .NET Applications with Azure Cloud and Windows Containers
✒️ By Cesar De La Torre
This guide by Cesar de la Torre shows you how to modernize your legacy .NET applications using Azure cloud and Windows Containers. It covers migration strategies, practical tips, and modernization paths to help organizations transition smoothly to the cloud.
Book Description
“Modernize Existing .NET Applications with Azure Cloud and Windows Containers” by Cesar de la Torre is your go-to resource for updating legacy .NET apps. This book walks you through the essential steps of moving your on-premises applications to the cloud. You’ll learn about different migration strategies, from simple “lift and shift” to more advanced modernization using containers and managed cloud services. With clear explanations and practical advice, this guide helps you avoid common pitfalls and make the most of Azure’s powerful features.
Book Overview
The book is designed for organizations that want to bring their existing .NET Framework web or service-oriented applications into the modern era. It focuses on minimizing code changes while maximizing benefits from cloud technologies. You’ll explore three main maturity levels: Cloud Infrastructure-Ready (rehosting), Cloud Optimized (using containers and managed services), and Cloud-Native (full modernization with microservices). Each level is explained with diagrams, tables, and real-world scenarios, making it easy to understand which path suits your needs best.
Why Read This Book
If you’ve ever wondered how to move your legacy .NET apps to the cloud without rewriting everything from scratch, this book is for you. Cesar de la Torre breaks down complex concepts into manageable steps. The guide covers not only technical details but also strategic considerations for businesses. You’ll find out when it’s best to “lift and shift,” when partial modernization makes sense, and when a full rewrite is worth the investment. Plus, it highlights key technologies like Windows Containers and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), making sure you’re up-to-date with industry standards.
Who This Book Is For
This book is perfect for IT managers, software architects, developers, and anyone involved in maintaining or upgrading legacy .NET applications. Whether you’re planning a quick migration or a phased modernization, you’ll find actionable insights here. It’s also a great resource for teams evaluating cloud options or needing guidance on choosing between Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), or full-blown microservices architectures.
What You Will Learn
- The main paths for migrating .NET apps to the cloud: rehosting, containerizing, or rewriting
- How to use Windows Containers with Azure for smoother deployments
- When to choose “lift & shift” versus partial or full modernization
- Key differences between IaaS, PaaS, and microservices approaches
- Practical tips for minimizing code changes during migration
- How to leverage Azure Migrate and other Microsoft tools
- Best practices for integrating managed services like databases and CI/CD pipelines
- Common challenges in cloud migrationsand how to avoid them
- The benefits of DevOps processes in modernizing enterprise applications
- How to identify which applications are best suited for each migration path
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