Summary

In this chapter, we described the solution architecture map and its different classification categories, which are SoE, SoR, SoI, and systems of interaction (IPaaS). This categorization, commonly used in architecture, makes it easier to dispatch services. We provided explanations and extra-focused maps, which helped further refine the alternatives.

We also emphasized the importance of cross-cutting concerns that apply to every solution, and we discussed which concerns should be considered by solution architects. Remember that it might be too challenging to address all of the concerns on day one of your cloud journey. It is, therefore, interesting to think of different maturity levels, and how we would put them on a roadmap to manage our stakeholders' expectations.

Next, we highlighted the containerization components, with a focused map that depicted the container landscape of Azure. We also considered other dimensions, such as cost, complexity, and the level of residual...