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Bias Analysis
Bias Types:
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windows_tools
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windows_first
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missing_linux_example
Summary:
The documentation demonstrates a moderate Windows bias. It assumes the use of Visual Studio Code and the Azurite storage emulator, both of which are cross-platform but have stronger adoption and easier setup on Windows. The instructions for starting Azurite and running the function app rely on VS Code's command palette and do not provide explicit CLI alternatives for Linux/macOS users. There are no explicit Linux/macOS shell commands or terminal instructions, and no mention of platform-specific differences or troubleshooting for non-Windows environments. The documentation also does not mention or link to Linux-native tools or workflows, such as using the Azure CLI directly in bash/zsh, or running Azurite from the command line outside VS Code.
Recommendations:
- Add explicit instructions for starting Azurite from the command line (e.g., `npx azurite` or `azurite` if installed globally), and clarify that it works on Linux/macOS as well as Windows.
- Provide alternative instructions for running and debugging the function app using the Azure Functions Core Tools CLI (`func start`) for users who may not use VS Code or prefer terminal workflows.
- Include notes or links about installing prerequisites (such as .NET Core, Node.js, Python, Java) on Linux/macOS, not just Windows.
- Explicitly mention that all tools and steps are cross-platform, and call out any platform-specific caveats or troubleshooting steps.
- Where possible, provide bash/zsh shell command equivalents alongside any PowerShell or Windows-centric instructions.
- Consider adding a 'Platform differences' or 'Linux/macOS notes' section to address any subtle differences in setup or usage.
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