This page contains Windows bias

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This page is part of the Azure documentation. It contains code examples and configuration instructions for working with Azure services.

Bias Analysis

Bias Types:
⚠️ windows_first
⚠️ powershell_heavy
Summary:
The documentation provides both Azure CLI and PowerShell examples for deploying ARM templates, but PowerShell is given equal prominence to CLI, which can be interpreted as a Windows-centric approach since PowerShell is primarily a Windows tool (despite cross-platform support). There is no mention of Linux-specific considerations, nor are there examples using native Linux tools or shell scripting. The order of presentation (CLI first, then PowerShell) is neutral, but the inclusion of PowerShell as a primary method, without similar attention to Bash scripting or Linux-native workflows, reflects a subtle Windows bias.
Recommendations:
  • Explicitly mention that Azure CLI commands work natively on Linux, macOS, and Windows, and provide any Linux-specific notes if needed.
  • Consider adding a Bash shell script example for Linux users, especially for automation scenarios.
  • Clarify that PowerShell Core is cross-platform, but note that many Linux users may prefer Bash.
  • If referencing PowerShell, also reference Bash or other common Linux shells to ensure parity.
  • Add a brief section or note about running these commands on Linux, including any differences in file paths or environment setup.
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Scan History

Date Scan ID Status Bias Status
2025-09-14 00:00 #111 completed ❌ Biased
2025-08-14 00:01 #80 in_progress ❌ Biased
2025-07-13 21:25 #47 cancelled ❌ Biased
2025-07-13 21:17 #46 cancelled ✅ Clean
2025-07-13 20:48 #44 cancelled ❌ Biased
2025-07-13 20:32 #43 cancelled ❌ Biased
2025-07-09 13:09 #3 cancelled ✅ Clean
2025-07-08 04:23 #2 cancelled ❌ Biased

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