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Reference

Use this section for fast comparisons, selection aids, and validation tracking. The pages here are optimized for decision support rather than deep narrative.

Page Purpose
Architecture Decision Matrix Map workload types to service combinations.
Compute Selection Cheatsheet Compare Azure compute choices quickly.
Data Selection Cheatsheet Choose data platforms by model and scale.
Messaging Selection Cheatsheet Pick the right messaging primitive.
Network Topology Cheatsheet Compare hub-spoke, Virtual WAN, and flat VNet models.
Resilience Targets: RTO/RPO Align recovery targets to workload tier.
WAF Pillar to Pattern Map Connect Well-Architected priorities to patterns.
Content Validation Status Track content evidence and review state.
Validation Status Track tutorial and lab test status.

How to use the reference set

  • Start with workload type and business risk. [Inferred]
  • Use a cheatsheet to narrow options. [Observed]
  • Confirm with the matching design lab and workload guide. [Validated]
  • Record any uncertainty with an evidence tag before implementation. [Documented]
flowchart TD
    A[Workload question] --> B[Decision matrices]
    B --> C[Cheatsheets]
    C --> D[Design labs]
    D --> E[Validation tracking]

Microsoft Learn references

  • https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/architecture/
  • https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/well-architected/