Are you ready to take your first steps into Microsoft Azure? This full-day workshop is specifically designed for IT professionals and technical staff working in small to mid-sized organizations who are new to Azure and cloud computing. Whether you're migrating from an on-premises environment or looking to build a hybrid infrastructure, this workshop offers foundational guidance to help you get started the right way.

Led by Azure expert Aidan Finn, this workshop draws on nearly a decade of refined content, shaped through real-world training and experience. You'll gain a clear understanding of what Azure is, how it fits into your IT strategy, and how to practically apply its tools and services to support core business operations.

Throughout the day, you'll explore key operational concepts and gain experience with:

• Understanding the Azure ecosystem, services, and architecture
• Building your first virtual networks and deploying virtual machine workloads
• Implementing effective monitoring strategies to keep your environment healthy
• Configuring patch management and backup routines to protect your systems

This workshop balances explanation with demonstration and is ideal for IT admins, system engineers, and technical leads seeking a practical, approachable introduction to Azure for SMBs. Walk away with the confidence to start running secure, well-managed cloud workloads and a roadmap to continue your Azure journey.