
Deploy Azure Container Instances
About this guide
Introduction
In this guide, you’ll see how to create, configure, and deploy a Docker container by using Azure Container Instances (ACI) in the Azure portal. The container is a Welcome to ACI web application that displays a static HTML page.
Job Skills
Task 1: Create a container instance for a web app
Task 2: Verify deployment of the container instance
Azure Container Instances (ACI) is a serverless compute service within Azure that allows users to run individual containers without managing any underlying infrastructure.
As organizations around the world migrate solutions to the cloud, the ability to manage cloud-based resources and services opens doors in numerous industries.
Summary
Here’s a summary of what you will complete in this guide:
- Create a container instance for a web app in Azure Container Instances
- Verify deployment of the container instance by ensuring that the application’s Welcome page displays
- View the container’s logs and additional metrics for the container instance
Career Connections
Professionals with the skills from this series will have a solid foundation for pursuing entry-level roles such as Cloud Support Specialist, Junior Cloud Administrator, Technical Sales Representative, IT Support Technician, or Help Desk Technician.
As of 2025, entry-level salaries in the U.S. average $71,125 for Cloud Support Specialists, $63,244 for Junior Cloud Administrators, $50,442 for IT Support Technicians, and $48,540 for Help Desk Technicians. Please note that these figures are approximate, derived from online sources, and can vary based on factors such as location, industry, and company size.