Learn Azure Serverless Functions in a Weekend - Developing Azure Functions in Local Functions App

The video tutorial guides viewers through creating a local Azure Function App, adding HTTP and timer trigger functions, and understanding the role of bindings. It covers testing and debugging locally, addressing storage issues, and finally publishing the function app to Azure. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of version control and using DevOps pipelines for managing code changes.

What is the first step in creating a function within a function app?

• Select a template

• Write the function code

• Configure bindings

• Deploy to Azure

What is the purpose of the function.json file?

• To specify the script file and bindings

• To manage user permissions

• To configure network settings

• To store function logs

What is a binding in the context of Azure Functions?

• A method to secure the function

• A connection to data within the function

• A tool for debugging

• A way to deploy the function

How does a timer-triggered function differ from an HTTP-triggered function?

• It does not support output bindings

• It can only run in the cloud

• It is triggered by a time-based schedule

• It requires user input

What is a Cron expression used for in a timer-triggered function?

• To manage the function's security settings

• To define the function's output

• To schedule the function's execution

• To specify the function's runtime environment

What is the benefit of using the verbose switch when starting a function app?

• It enables remote access to the function

• It increases the function's execution speed

• It provides detailed output for troubleshooting

• It reduces the function's memory usage

What issue might occur if the binding name is changed in the function.json file but not in the code?

• The function will produce incorrect output

• The function will run slower

• The function will consume more resources

• The function will not execute

Why is it beneficial to develop and test functions locally?

• It allows for faster deployment

• It reduces the need for cloud resources

• It eliminates the need for version control

• It provides immediate feedback and reduces latency

What is the purpose of the storage account when publishing a function app to Azure?

• To manage network traffic

• To store user data

• To enhance security

• To facilitate the deployment process

Why is version control important when working with Azure Functions?

• It speeds up the function's execution

• It ensures code changes are tracked and managed

• It allows for real-time collaboration

• It reduces the cost of cloud resources