Technical requirements
If you would like to follow along with the examples in this chapter, you will require the following (later chapters will have these requirements as well):
- A Microsoft Azure subscription: If you don’t already have a subscription to use, you can set up an account for free here: https://azure.microsoft.com/free/
- The Az PowerShell module: Instructions can be found here: https://docs.microsoft.com/powershell/azure/install-az-ps
- The Azure CLI: Instructions can be found here: https://docs.microsoft.com/cli/azure/install-azure-cli
- A Windows, macOS, or Linux device with the latest version of PowerShell installed: Installation information can be found here: https://docs.microsoft.com/powershell/scripting/install/installing-powershell
- A supported web browser: Supported browsers can be found here: https://docs.microsoft.com/azure/azure-portal/azure-portal-supported-browsers-devices
Code in Action videos for this chapter: https://bit.ly/3qOiMgC
Important Note
Whether you intend to use an Azure account with free Azure credit or not, you are responsible for monitoring and managing your account. If you are going to follow along with the hands-on exercises throughout this book, you need to understand potential costs and monitor your usage and budget responsibly. Consumption models are great, but if you create resources and leave them running 24/7, for example, the costs will soon start adding up – make sure you keep on top of any costs you may incur from following the exercises in this book.
