Introduction to Azure DevOps

As experienced developers working within the .NET ecosystem, we’ve always sought ways to enhance our productivity, streamline our workflows, and ensure the quality of our software projects. In this chapter, we delve into the world of Azure DevOps, a suite of development tools, services, and features that empower teams to plan work, collaborate on code development, and build and deploy applications efficiently.

Azure DevOps stands out as a comprehensive platform that integrates project management, version control, reporting, and automated builds into a single service. It supports both cloud-based and on-premises deployment models, making it adaptable to various organizational needs. By leveraging Azure DevOps, we can improve our team’s efficiency, enhance collaboration among team members, and accelerate the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Here is an overview of the core components that we can leverage to transform our development...