Azure is on our radar, but there are a lot of things that need done before we can get to that step. Like TM said, I need to build a mono version of the SmartChain if we want the SmartChain to be included in the template. Version 2.4 has an entirely different data system, and it would make no sense to use build a mono version off the 2.3 code.
Currently, my short term goals are:
1) Finish, test, and release SmartChain 2.4
2) Massive simplification of the file verification process
I am also working with several community members to:
3) Develop a list of easy to understand real world usage scenarios
4) Develop step by step illustrated walk-through for using the SmartChain.
JJ