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LA NET Partners with Anglia Ruskin University
At LA NET Ltd., we partnered with the Anglia Ruskin University campus in Peterborough to help students get hands-on experience with real-world cloud computing. LA NET created an Azure Beginners Course for Students, which is now available to all for free !
Together, we developed coursework that introduces learners to Microsoft Azure in a practical, accessible way—giving them the skills they need to thrive in today’s digital economy.
The coursework evolved into a 9-part training video session, complete with exercises that enable students to build a secure cloud web server based on Linux.
About Anglia Ruskin University, Peterborough
At LA NET Ltd., we believe that technology should be accessible to everyone—not just those already working in the digital space. That’s why we’re proud to be working alongside Anglia Ruskin University, Peterborough (ARU), a university built with the city and its people at heart. ARU Peterborough shares our mission to make learning practical, inclusive, and focused on real-world opportunities.
Their campus, The Lab, is a brilliant example of what modern education can look like—a space where ideas, technology, and community come together to support lifelong learning. It’s not just about gaining qualifications; it’s about opening doors and creating chances for people to thrive.
Together, we’re helping build pathways into the digital economy for those who might otherwise be left behind. One way we’re doing this is through our Microsoft Azure for Beginners YouTube playlist – a free, beginner-friendly series that introduces learners to the basics of cloud computing in a simple, approachable way.
The Azure for Beginners Course
The course starts by describing a real world scenario and cloud computing and ends with an exercise to build cloud infrastructure using code. The course is now available for all on our LA NET YouTube channel for free! An accompanying video has also been created to help students get started for free with a Microsoft Azure student account.
Learning Azure: A Gateway to Digital Empowerment
The Microsoft Azure for Beginners playlist is a practical guide to cloud computing, tailored for those with little to no prior experience. Across nine concise and engaging videos, viewers are introduced to key Azure concepts such as:
- Setting up virtual networks and Linux servers
- Configuring DNS records and SSL certificates
- Understanding cloud infrastructure and deployment
Each tutorial is designed to be hands-on, helping learners build real-world skills that are increasingly in demand across industries. Whether you’re a student, a job seeker, or a community leader looking to upskill, this playlist offers a valuable entry point into the world of cloud technology.
But this isn’t just about tech—it’s about transformation. By making these resources freely available, LA NET Ltd is breaking down barriers to education and creating opportunities for people to thrive in a digital-first world.
A Shared Commitment to Inclusive Learning
This initiative reflects the shared values of LA NET Ltd and ARU Peterborough: accessibility, empowerment, and community-driven progress.
ARU Peterborough has already made waves with its outreach programmes, including the Trusted Adult Scheme and the IntoUniversity Centre, which support young people in navigating education and career pathways. These programmes are designed to build confidence, foster ambition, and provide mentorship—especially for those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
At LA NET Ltd, we complement this work by offering digital tools and leadership programmes that reflect the lived experiences of the communities they serve. Our Azure playlist is a natural extension of this mission, providing learners with the skills they need to participate in—and shape—the digital future.
Watch our Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Training Video Series on YouTube!
Building a Future Together
As Peterborough continues to grow as a centre for innovation and education, partnerships like ours with ARU Peterborough are helping shape what’s next. They show what’s possible when universities and community organisations work hand in hand: a future where learning is inclusive, technology empowers, and everyone has the chance to succeed.
For us, the Microsoft Azure for Beginners playlist is more than just a tutorial series—it’s a tool for change. It’s an invitation for people to explore new skills, experiment with technology, and imagine new possibilities for themselves and their communities.
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