How to build Azure App service step by step.

Source: Dev.to – “How to build Azure App Service step by step”

Key Benefits

• Automatic scaling – adjust resources based on demand.
• Built‑in security – HTTPS, authentication, and integration with Azure AD.
• Streamlined CI/CD – native support for GitHub, Azure DevOps, and other pipelines.
• Multi‑language support – .NET, Java, Python, Node.js, PHP, containers, and more.
• High availability – 99.95 % SLA with built‑in load balancing.
• Global reach – deploy to any Azure region.
• Seamless Azure integration – connect to Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault, Azure Monitor, and other services.

What It Means in Simple Terms

Azure App Service lets you upload your web app while Microsoft handles the servers, security, scaling, updates, and uptime.
You focus on writing code; Azure runs it.

What you can host on Azure App Service

• Websites and web applications
• Backend APIs for mobile or front‑end apps
• REST APIs
• Business and enterprise applications

## Supported languages and frameworks

- .NET / .NET Core
- Java
- Node.js
- Python
- PHP
- Ruby

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Deployment options

You can deploy a web app using any of the following:

• GitHub
• Azure DevOps
• ZIP upload
• Docker containers
• FTP

Key Features

• No server management
• Auto‑scaling based on traffic
• Built‑in security with HTTPS and authentication
• High availability (99.95 % SLA)
• Custom domains & SSL certificates
• Easy integration with Azure SQL, Storage, Key Vault, and Azure Active Directory

Common Real‑World Use Cases

• Hosting company websites (e‑commerce platforms such as Amazon, Alibaba)
• Running SaaS applications
• Hosting APIs for mobile apps
• Internal business portals

Step‑by‑Step Deployment Guide

Below is a walkthrough of creating and testing an Azure Web App.

Step 1 – Sign in to the Azure portal

https://portal.azure.com/#home

In the search bar, type App Service.

Step 2 – Create a new Web App

Click + Create and choose Web App.

Step 3 – Configure the Basics

Click Review + create.

Step 4 – Deployment in Progress

Step 5 – Deployment Complete

1. Click Go to resource.
2. Select the newly created webapp01.

Step 6 – Test the Web App

Copy the URL shown on the Overview blade and paste it into a browser.

If everything is set up correctly, you should see the default Azure Web App landing page.

🎉 You’re done!

You now have a fully functional Azure App Service instance ready for further development, CI/CD integration, or scaling as your traffic grows. Happy coding! 🚀

Step‑by‑Step Guide

Step 7 – Open the root file

1. In the Azure portal, select WebApp01.
2. In the search bar above the overview, type Advanced Tools and click the result.
3. Click Go to launch the Kudu console.

Step 8 – Open PowerShell

1. In the Kudu console, select the Debug console tab.
2. Choose PowerShell.

Step 9 – Navigate to the web‑app files

1. Expand site ► wwwroot.

Step 10 – Edit the file

1. Open the desired file (e.g., index.html or a script) and add the code for the children’s mathematics and crossword game.
2. Save the file.

Step 11 – Verify the application

1. The application is now built and running.
2. Your children can practice calculations and subtraction directly in the web app.

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