Learning Azure API Management

Azure API Management is a powerful platform that facilitates developers and organizations to create, manage, and secure APIs. This book will guide you through the entire API lifecycle, from designing and developing APIs to publishing, managing, and securing them.

This guide to Azure API Management offers a detailed exploration of the platform, covering everything from basic concepts to advanced features. It teaches you how to create, manage, and secure APIs, including topics like API products, subscriptions, versions, policies, security, and user management. Filled with practical examples and hands-on exercises, it is perfect for developers and IT professionals aiming to build and manage reliable APIs using Azure. The step-by-step instructions and clear explanations make it easy to master Azure API Management and achieve your API development goals. 

With a focus on practical application, this guide goes beyond theory, giving you the tools and knowledge you need to tackle real-world challenges. By the end of this book, you will be equipped with the skills to build and manage robust APIs that drive business success, making it an essential resource for anyone working in today's API-driven landscape.

KEY FEATURES  

• Learn the basics of digital infrastructure, including cloud computing, Microsoft Azure, and REST APIs.
• Build web APIs from scratch and use Microsoft Azure API Management to deploy and secure them.
• Get a practical, example-based guide for understanding the full API development process.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Build and deploy a simple web API in .NET Core and Azure.
• Set up an enterprise-grade API ecosystem, scale efficiently, and manage large APIs using the infrastructure and deployment options.
• Monitor APIs using the monitoring section's crucial insights about API performance and usage.
• Safe updates and transparent API evolution using the versions and revisions feature.
• Ensure secure, consistent, and efficient API behavior using policies.

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR

This book is geared towards Azure developers, DevOps engineers, backend engineers, and anyone interested in building, managing, and securing APIs on the Azure platform. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in API management, this book provides the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.

1. Introduction to Azure
2. API Overview
3. Introduction to Azure API Management
4. Building My First API 
5. APIM in Focus: Navigating the Basics 
6. APIs and Products
7. Users, Groups and Subscriptions
8. Versions and Revisions
9. Policies
10. Monitoring
11. Infrastructure and Deployment
12. Security and Automation

Naman Sinha is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in the tech industry. He has earned numerous awards for his contributions, focusing on innovation in technology throughout his career. Naman specializes in Microsoft technologies, particularly Azure,.NET, and Power BI.

Naman is not just a technologist but also a prolific writer, educator, and mentor. Based out of Bengaluru, he regularly conducts corporate training sessions and tech talks, inspiring the next generation of developers and IT professionals across the globe.

Naman has built a diverse career, starting with a couple of start-ups and then serving renowned tech giants such as Fractal, Philips, and Zeiss, where he has honed his skills across various technologies to build great products. He holds hands-on experience as an Azure DevOps Engineer, Azure Developer, and Azure Data and AI Engineer. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science with a first-class distinction and has been honored by many prestigious institutions for his contributions towards the engineering community.

Passionate about giving back to the tech community, Naman actively contributes to public forums like Stack Overflow, Medium, Quora, Topmate, and GitHub. His insights and expertise are widely shared, benefiting countless professionals and enthusiasts. He has also authored many articles on Medium and KnowledgeHut upGrad on various technologies and global issues. With a popular LinkedIn newsletter, “Discover with Naman,” he continues to empower people and explore the latest in technology.

Naman’s decision to write this book stems from his passion for simplifying complex topics and enabling others to harness the full potential of cloud platforms. Having worked extensively with Azure API Management, Naman has seen firsthand how a well-managed API strategy can transform an organization’s digital capabilities.