Azure Functions

Overview

Azure Functions is a serverless compute service that enables you to run event-driven code without having to provision or manage infrastructure. It supports various programming languages and integrates with other Azure services, making it a flexible and scalable solution for building applications.

Core Functionality

1. Event-Driven Execution: Runs code in response to various events, such as HTTP requests, timers, or messages from other Azure services like Azure Storage or Azure Event Hubs.
2. Language Support: Supports multiple programming languages, including C#, JavaScript, Python, Java, and PowerShell, allowing developers to use their preferred language.
3. Scalability: Automatically scales based on the demand, ensuring that your functions can handle varying workloads without manual intervention.
4. Integration: Integrates seamlessly with other Azure services, such as Azure Logic Apps, Azure API Management, and Azure Event Grid, to build comprehensive solutions.
5. Development and Deployment: Offers a range of tools for development, including Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, and the Azure portal. Supports continuous integration and deployment pipelines to streamline the deployment process.
6. Monitoring and Diagnostics: Provides built-in monitoring and diagnostics through Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and other tools to track the performance and health of your functions.

Pricing

Azure Functions offers a consumption-based pricing model, where you pay only for the resources used during function execution. There is also a Premium plan and an App Service plan for more predictable pricing and advanced features.

References

• Azure Functions Overview
• Create your first function in Azure