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I need to move our entire on-prem workload—Databases, Applications and Virtual machines—into Azure and would like to do it while sharing the screen over TeamViewer so I can learn the process as we go. All of our data sits in relational databases, so sizing, compatibility checks and a clean cut-over are critical. The engagement is hourly and I’d like everything wrapped up within a month. Your role is to walk me through best-practice setup, run each migration step, explain what you’re doing, and make sure the environment is production-ready at the end. Key tasks we’ll cover together: • Prepare the Azure subscription, VNets, storage and identity. • Use Azure Migrate, Database Migration Service and any supporting tools (Data Migration Assistant, PowerShell, ARM/Bicep, etc.) to lift and shift the VMs, relational databases and associated application tiers. • Validate performance, security and backup settings post-migration. • Document the exact steps taken so I can reproduce or revert if needed. Acceptance criteria: 1. All targeted VMs boot and run in Azure with identical functionality. 2. Relational databases pass integrity checks, latency benchmarks and point-in-time restore tests. 3. Applications connect flawlessly to their new back-end resources. 4. A concise runbook (screenshots or commands) is delivered for future reference. If you’re comfortable teaching while doing and confident with the Azure toolchain above, let’s schedule the first remote session.
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Hi, I'm excited to propose my services for moving your on-prem workload into Azure using a hands-on approach. I’ll guide you through each step, sharing our screen via TeamViewer so you can learn alongside me. With over a decade of experience in the field and all necessary skills at hand, we’ll focus on preparing your Azure subscription, VNets, storage, and identity setup. We'll leverage Azure Migrate, Database Migration Service, and supporting tools like Data Migration Assistant, PowerShell, ARM/Bicep to lift and shift your VMs, relational databases, and application tiers. After the migration, I will validate performance, security, and backup settings to ensure a seamless transition. Throughout the process, I’ll document every step meticulously so you can easily reproduce or revert if needed. The entire engagement is scheduled for a month, with hourly sessions to keep us on track. By the end of our work together, you should have all targeted VMs booting and running in Azure with identical functionality, relational databases passing integrity checks, latency benchmarks, and point-in-time restore tests, and applications connecting flawlessly to their new back-end resources. You can check my portfolio on my profile for references. Looking forward to working with you! Best regards, Reed
$115 HKD in 5 days
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Hi there, I understand you need hands-on Azure migration support with live guidance, focusing on databases, VMs, and application lift-and-shift. I’m confident we can move your entire workload smoothly while you learn each step. - We'll prepare Azure subscription, VNets, storage, and identity per best practices. - Use Azure Migrate, Database Migration Service, and PowerShell/ARM scripting to oversee seamless VM and database migration. - Validate integrity, latency, security, and backup post-migration. - Deliver detailed runbook for reproduction and rollback. **Skills:** ✅ Azure Migrate & Database Migration Service expertise ✅ PowerShell and ARM/Bicep scripting ✅ Performance tuning & validation (SQL Server, VM workloads) ✅ Security and backup configuration in Azure ✅ Hands-on teaching & documentation skills **Certificates:** ✅ Microsoft® Certified: MCSA | MCSE | MCT ✅ cPanel® & WHM Certified CWSA-2 I’m ready to start the remote coaching sessions immediately to ensure a smooth, production-ready transition within your timeline. What are the current sizes and configurations of your critical VMs and databases to help prepare accurate Azure sizing? Best regards,
$233 HKD in 30 days
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With me, Sardar Hasnain, as your guide through the Azure migration process, you'll not only accomplish all your on-prem workload transfers seamlessly, but you'll also significantly enhance your understanding of Azure utilization. As an Electrical Engineer with a Master's in Embedded Systems, I have in-depth experience with the entire data migration process—from database integrity checks to setting up VNets and storage for a production-worthy environment. My core expertise spans across using tools like Azure Migrate and Database Migration Service, which aligns well with your stated requirements. Moreover, my proficiency with supporting tools such as Data Migration Assistant, PowerShell, ARM/Bicep, gives me that added advantage in making this digital transformation smooth for you. Whether it's teaching as we migrate or documenting the exact steps for future reference—I'm equally comfortable and competent in both these roles. Lastly, my commitment to detail isn't just limited to the successful transfer of your databases and applications; I always make sure to address potential setbacks by providing comprehensive runbooks. So when it comes to not just executing but imparting essential knowledge about your Azure infrastructure, look no further—let's get started on this transformative journey together!
$200 HKD in 40 days
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Dear , We carefully studied the description of your project and we can confirm that we understand your needs and are also interested in your project. Our team has the necessary resources to start your project as soon as possible and complete it in a very short time. We are 25 years in this business and our technical specialists have strong experience in Cloud Computing, Database Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, Database Development, Virtual Machines, Security, Relational Databases, Performance Tuning and other technologies relevant to your project. Please, review our profile https://www.freelancer.com/u/tangramua where you can find detailed information about our company, our portfolio, and the client's recent reviews. Please contact us via Freelancer Chat to discuss your project in details. Best regards, Sales department Tangram Canada Inc.
$200 HKD in 5 days
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With over 30 years of invaluable experience in IT services encompassing a range of areas including project management, infrastructure design, and cloud administration, I am confident in my abilities to smoothly execute your Azure migration. I have a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in VM and database migration especially with relational databases like you've described and I have successfully handled similar projects with expertise. At heart, I am a problem solver and an educator - and that's precisely what you are looking for in a freelancer. I relish the opportunity to share my extensive knowledge and experiences throughout this entire process with you. Whether it's preparing the Azure subscription, performing lifts&shifts or validating performance post-migration,I'll ensure that each step is understood clearly. Finally, my methodical approach to documenting the process ensures that you have all the information you may need to reproduce or revert any steps if required later on.I recognize that an impeccable post-migration environment is key for your productivity- and I truly believe I am best placed to make that a reality for you. Let's schedule our first remote session and take the first step together!
$400 HKD in 40 days
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Dear Client, I am excited about your project "Guided Azure Migration Support" and confident I can deliver excellent results. With strong experience in similar work, I understand your requirements and can start immediately. I would love to discuss your project further and answer any questions. Thanks and best regards, Faizan
$145 HKD in 40 days
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With proficiency across a wide array of technical areas, including Cloud Computing, I am well-versed in executing streamlined, secure, and proficient Azure migrations. For more than 15 years, my work has revolved around system administration and DevOps - optimising IT infrastructures for reliability and stability. Your request aligns precisely with my expertise having worked extensively with Azure as illustrated through my adeptness working with solutions such as 'Azure Migrate' and 'Database Migration Service.' What sets me apart is my commitment to knowledge-sharing during the migration process. I will ensure an interactive and supportive experience throughout the process, explaining each step thoroughly to enhance your understanding of the procedure while actively promoting your ability to reproduce or revert if necessary. I approach every engagement with an understanding of the uniqueness and significance of each project. As such, I’m in perfect position to meet the demands of your Azure project impeccably by migrating your relational databases while appropriately addressing any compatibility concerns. The successful completion of this task will be underpinned by constant checks for performance, security settings, and a detailed documentation that cover every single step taken during the migration process. Nobody feels happy about a well-done job until everyone is happy again!
$158 HKD in 40 days
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Hey there, We’ve successfully migrated 50+ on-prem setups to Azure for enterprises (think PWC-scale clients), handling VMs, relational DBs, and apps with zero-downtime cutovers using Azure Migrate, DMS, and DMA. We’ll screen-share every step via TeamViewer, teaching best practices as we prep your VNet/storage, lift-shift workloads, validate perf/security, and hand over a crisp runbook. Your 1-month goal is tight for full prod-readiness (market std: 6-8 weeks for complexity like this), so we suggest 6 weeks at 200 HKD/hr (40 hrs/wk) for quality without rush. Quick Q: What's the total data size (# VMs/DBs/apps) and current DB engines (SQL Server/MySQL)? Ready to schedule Session 1? Let's make this smooth! — Team SolutionzHere
$200 HKD in 40 days
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Hello, I hope you are doing well. With a background in cloud architecture and hands-on migration delivery, I specialize in end-to-end Azure assurance—from sizing and assessment to production cutover and post-migration hardening. I’ve guided complex lifts of on-prem workloads (Databases, Applications, and Virtual Machines) into Azure, with a focus on relational integrity, performance, and security. I’ve delivered lift-and-shift projects using Azure Migrate, Database Migration Service, Data Migration Assistant, PowerShell, ARM/Bicep, to move VMs, SQL Server databases, and application tiers. I design target architectures (VNets, storage, identity), implement validation checks, and produce clean, reusable runbooks—building a production-ready environment you can reproduce if needed. I can handle the work end-to-end, guiding you step-by-step while you learn via screen sharing on TeamViewer. Each migration step will be explained as I perform it, ensuring the environment is production-ready with performance, security, and backup validated. I guarantee a precise, reproducible cutover and documented runbook. Please feel free to contact me so we can discuss more details. I am looking forward to the chance of working together. Best regards, Billy Bryan
$155 HKD in 34 days
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Hi, I have led full on premises to Azure migrations covering virtual machines, relational databases, and application tiers with a strong focus on clean cut over, security, and production readiness. I am comfortable working live over TeamViewer while explaining each step so you learn the process end to end. I will help prepare the Azure foundation including subscription setup, VNets, storage, identity, and access controls. Using Azure Migrate and Database Migration Service, I can lift and shift your VMs, migrate SQL workloads with compatibility checks through Data Migration Assistant, and ensure correct sizing and performance tuning. After migration, I will validate that every VM boots correctly, applications connect seamlessly, and databases pass integrity checks, latency benchmarks, and point in time restore testing. I will also configure backups, monitoring, and security best practices so the environment is stable for production. You will receive a concise runbook with commands and screenshots so you can reproduce or revert confidently. I am highly motivated to guide you professionally and deliver a smooth migration within your timeline. Best Alex
$158 HKD in 40 days
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Hi, We went through your project description and it seems like our team is a great fit for this job. We are an expert team which have many years of experience on Cloud Computing, Database Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, Database Development, Virtual Machines, Security, Relational Databases, Performance Tuning Please come over chat and discuss your requirement in a detailed way. Regards
$200 HKD in 40 days
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Hi, I see the urgency in migrating your on-prem workloads to Azure, and I’m excited to guide you through this process. With extensive experience in Azure migrations, I'll ensure a smooth transition for your databases, applications, and VMs. Together, we'll prepare your Azure environment, utilize necessary tools for a successful migration, and validate all settings to guarantee a production-ready environment. I will also document each step for your future reference. Best regards,
$116 HKD in 92 days
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Hi Timothy, ⭐️⭐️⭐️I'll do my best.⭐️⭐️⭐️ I've carefully reviewed your project description and believe my skills and experience perfectly fit your needs. I have 10+ years of experience on Cloud Computing, Database Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, Database Development, Virtual Machines, Security, Relational Databases, Performance Tuning and am highly skilled in delivering high-quality results. I am committed to working diligently and exclusively on your project to ensure its success. Let’s build something great together. I’m ready to start immediately and committed to long-term success. Thank you for considering my bid. Lets connect in chat so that We discuss further. Best Regards Roman
$158 HKD in 40 days
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Hi Timothy Y., I am an Azure cloud engineer with experience migrating on-premises VMs and SQL databases to Azure. I can walk you step-by-step over TeamViewer while I run each migration and explain what I am doing. I will prepare the subscription, VNets, storage and identity. I use Azure Migrate, Database Migration Service, Data Migration Assistant, PowerShell and ARM/Bicep to lift and shift VMs, databases and application tiers. I will validate performance, security and backups, run integrity and latency tests, and deliver a clear runbook with screenshots and commands. I understand the cut-over must be clean and production-ready. Do you have an existing VPN or ExpressRoute and current backup retention rules? Best regards, Saad J.
$115 HKD in 40 days
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Hi there, You want to move your full on premises workload into Azure while sharing the screen so you can learn each step as we go. The priority is safe migration of relational databases virtual machines and applications with correct sizing clean cutover and a production ready result. I can guide and execute the migration live over TeamViewer while explaining each decision and action clearly. We will prepare the Azure environment properly then move workloads using the right Microsoft tools and validate everything before calling it done. I have led hands on Azure migrations where learning and reliability mattered as much as the end state. I focus on repeatable steps clear checks and documentation you can reuse later. The approach is calm and low risk. Prepare subscription networking storage and identity. Migrate databases and virtual machines in a controlled order. Verify performance security backups and restore ability. Test application connectivity and behavior. Deliver a concise runbook with commands and screenshots. I am comfortable teaching while doing and working hourly within your timeline. Would you like to start with a quick inventory review of the current servers and databases in the first session? Best, Danylo.
$158 HKD in 40 days
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For the past decade, I've been undertaking and leading complex web and mobile app development projects like yours that require a precise understanding of database management. My deep familiarity with the Azure stack, including tools such as Azure Migrate, Database Migration Service, Data Migration Assistant, PowerShell, ARM/Bicep, etc., makes me exceptionally well-suited to guide and facilitate your complete on-prem workload migration into Azure. Key to a successful migration is ensuring a smooth transition not only for the virtual machines and applications but also for the relative databases. My expertise in database development combined with my ability to evaluate performance, ensure security measures are in place, and conduct backup tests aligns perfectly with your project needs. Drawing from my extensive experience in project management, one of my core strengths is delivering detailed documentation. I strive to provide concise yet comprehensive guides for future reference; step-by-step instructions with relevant screenshots or commands will be delivered as part of this project. Bearing all these factors in mind, I am confident that I possess both the technical know-how and pedagogic skills to train you effectively on best practices while helping you master a seamless Azure migration. Let's dive into the process together!
$115 HKD in 20 days
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Hi there, I’ll guide your Azure migration end-to-end, sharing TeamViewer sessions as I explain each step so you learn while we move your on-prem databases, apps, and VMs to production-ready Azure in under a month. Using Azure Migrate, DMS, Data Migration Assistant, and PowerShell/ARM/Bicep, I’ll ensure sizing, compatibility, performance, and backup, deliver a concise runbook, and guarantee a clean cut-over— Best regards,
$389 HKD in 30 days
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Senior Azure Engineer with 5+ years experience delivering secure, scalable Azure and DevOps solutions.
$158 HKD in 40 days
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Hi, I Led on-prem to cloud migrations for VMs, relational databases, and application tiers, handling cutover, validation, backups, and runbooks. I’ll set up the Azure subscription, VNets, storage, and identity, then use Azure Migrate and Database Migration Service to move your VMs and relational databases with proper sizing, compatibility checks, and clean cutover. During the session, I’ll explain what’s happening and why, validate performance, security, backups, and make sure applications connect correctly after migration. You’ll get a clear runbook with commands and steps so you can reproduce or revert later, and we’ll confirm VM boot, database integrity, and point-in-time restore before calling it done. Happy to start with a first TeamViewer session and walk through discovery together.
$180 HKD in 40 days
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Hire Me , Since I can support this as a true “teach-while-doing” Azure migration, not a black-box lift and shift. I’ve led multiple on-prem to Azure transitions covering VMs, relational databases, and full application tiers, and I’m comfortable working live over TeamViewer while explaining each decision as we go. We’ll start by preparing the Azure foundation properly—subscription structure, VNets, identity, storage, and access controls—so the target environment is production-ready, not just functional. From there, I’ll guide you through Azure Migrate for VM discovery and sizing, Data Migration Assistant for compatibility checks, and Database Migration Service for clean, low-risk database cutovers. Where needed, I’ll supplement with PowerShell or ARM/Bicep to keep deployments repeatable and transparent. Post-migration, we’ll validate performance, security baselines, backups, and restore paths, and I’ll help you confirm that applications behave identically against their new back ends. You’ll receive a concise runbook with commands, screenshots, and rollback notes so you can reproduce or revert confidently. I’m comfortable pacing this over multiple sessions within your one-month window and adapting explanations to your level. If this aligns, let’s schedule the first remote session and review the current environment.
$126.50 HKD in 40 days
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