018 | Getting Started with Azure Functions

Dive into the fundamentals of Azure Functions with Julie and Andrew as they explain this powerful serverless computing service for Microsoft 365 developers. Learn about event-driven architecture, automatic scaling, various trigger types (HTTP, timer, queue, Event Grid, and more), and common use cases like document library monitoring, automated provisioning, and building Copilot connectors.

We also cover hosting and pricing modelsβ€”from pay-as-you-go Consumption Plans to always-on Premium Plansβ€”introduce Durable Functions for stateful workflows, and compare Azure Functions to alternatives like Power Automate and Logic Apps. Whether you're new to Azure Functions or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode provides practical insights for leveraging this essential development tool.

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From the episode intro & banter:
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Julie's Picks:
πŸ”— Hormone & Fertility Experts: We've Been Lied To About Women's Health! If This Happens, Call A Doctor (Part 1)
πŸ”— Longevity Debate: SHOCKING Weight Loss Truth! They've Been Hiding This For YEARS! (Part 2)

Andrew's Picks:
πŸ”— Google: The Origin of Search (Part 1)
πŸ”— Alphabet Inc. (Part 2)
πŸ”— Google: The AI Company (Part 3)


πŸŽ™οΈ PODCAST
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πŸŽ™οΈ HOSTS
Julie Turner
Andrew Connell: LinkedIn, YouTube, Bluesky, Newsletter

SPONSORS
Sympraxis (by Julie Turner) πŸ”— Website πŸ”— Ask Sympraxis πŸ”— YouTube
Voitanos (by Andrew Connell) πŸ”— Website πŸ”— LinkedIn πŸ”— Bluesky

Music Credit: Ken Bagley
018 | Getting Started with Azure Functions
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