Entra ID – Deep Dive – The Basics – Part 1 | Journey Of The GeekThe post introduces a deep‑dive series on Microsoft Entra ID, explaining its core functions as an identity store and authentication service that support protocols like OAuth, OIDC, SAML, Kerberos, and LDAP. It clarifies the distinction between application objects (app registrations) and service principals, describes how tenants and cross‑tenant access work, and outlines basic concepts such as human vs. non‑human identities, application registration, and service principal usage. The author previews upcoming tutorials that will demonstrate practical implementations of Entra ID flows—including OIDC login, client‑credentials, and on‑behalf‑of scenarios—using simple Flask and FastAPI examples to illustrate authentication, token handling, and integration with Microsoft Graph and Azure storage.
Building A Secure And Scalable Azure Landing Zone: Best Practices And Insights - Royal On TechAzure Landing Zones provide a structured framework for deploying secure and scalable environments in Microsoft Azure, facilitating cloud adoption through best practices in governance, security, and compliance. They offer foundational and enterprise types tailored to organizational needs, emphasizing automation, cost management, and efficient resource allocation. Key design principles include networking, identity management, and governance, ensuring a well-governed cloud environment. Deployment options include using the Azure Portal, Bicep, or Terraform, allowing flexibility and customization to meet specific requirements.
