Learning Outcomes

Introduction to the Course

Monolithic Applications

The Microservices Revolution

The Concept of a Microservices Architecture (MSA)

What Are the Key Benefits of Microservices?

Lesson Summary

This module will learn the fundamental concepts of a microservices architecture being used to build cloud-native applications. The module will also include the building blocks of a single micro-service and its advantages and disadvantages.

A Microservices Architecture for Absolute Beginners - Course Assessment

This free online course teaches the concept, building blocks and key advantages of microservices architecture.

Microservices Architecture for Absolute Beginners

This online training introduces a new innovative software development style called ‘microservices architecture’. Microservices are replacing the traditional approach of designing, developing and maintaining a software code as one giant monolithic application. As applications are now moving to the cloud, a new approach is needed. Microservices are the building blocks for creating the next generation of cloud-native applications.

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