Bias Analysis
Detected Bias Types
windows_first
powershell_heavy
windows_tools
missing_linux_example
Summary
The documentation page demonstrates a moderate Windows bias. Windows is frequently referenced as the default or primary development environment, with instructions and examples often using Windows paths (e.g., c:\dev\iotedgesolution), references to Windows-specific features (nested virtualization, Docker Desktop for Windows), and mentions of PowerShell and command prompt in tips. Linux and macOS are acknowledged, but often as alternatives or with less detail. Some installation and setup steps are Windows-centric, and Linux equivalents are sometimes missing or less emphasized.
Recommendations
- Provide Linux-first examples and instructions alongside Windows, especially for directory creation, environment variables, and CLI usage.
- Include explicit Linux and macOS setup steps, such as using bash, Linux paths (e.g., ~/dev/iotedgesolution), and Linux-specific Docker installation and usage.
- Avoid defaulting to Windows terminology (e.g., PowerShell, c:\ paths) in code and instructions; use platform-agnostic or parallel examples.
- Ensure troubleshooting and tips sections mention Linux and macOS scenarios equally, including common issues and solutions for those platforms.
- Highlight Linux-native tools and workflows (e.g., using VS Code on Linux, Docker CE on Linux) with equal prominence to Windows tools.
- Where environment variables or file paths are discussed, provide both Windows and Linux/macOS syntax (e.g., %APPDATA% vs. ~/.local/).
- Consider using platform tabs or pivots for all major steps, not just language selection, to ensure parity in guidance.
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