Sad Tux - Windows bias detected
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

Detected Bias Types
windows_first
powershell_heavy
windows_tools
Summary
The documentation page demonstrates a moderate Windows bias. Windows-centric tools (Visual Studio Code, Azure PowerShell) are mentioned prominently and often before Linux alternatives. Examples for exporting templates are given for Azure CLI, Azure PowerShell, and Azure portal, but PowerShell (a Windows-first tool) is featured in its own tab and described in detail. Visual Studio Code, a cross-platform editor but with a strong Windows user base, is referenced repeatedly for Bicep operations. There is no explicit mention of Linux shell equivalents (e.g., Bash, zsh) or guidance for Linux users beyond Azure CLI, nor are Linux-specific patterns or troubleshooting tips provided.
Recommendations
  • Add explicit Linux shell (Bash/zsh) examples for exporting and decompiling templates, including file redirection and command chaining.
  • Clarify that Azure CLI commands work identically on Windows, Linux, and macOS, and provide notes on platform differences if any exist.
  • Include alternative editors (such as Vim, Emacs, or VS Code on Linux) for Bicep editing and decompilation, or at least acknowledge their use.
  • Add troubleshooting tips for common Linux issues (e.g., file permissions, path separators) when working with Bicep CLI.
  • Reorder examples so that cross-platform tools (Azure CLI) are presented before Windows-specific tools (PowerShell), or group them together with clear platform guidance.
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Scan History

Date Scan Status Result
2026-01-14 00:00 #250 in_progress Biased Biased
2026-01-13 00:00 #246 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-12 00:00 #243 cancelled Biased Biased
2026-01-11 00:00 #240 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-10 00:00 #237 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-09 00:34 #234 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-08 00:53 #231 completed Biased Biased
2026-01-06 18:15 #225 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-08-17 00:01 #83 cancelled Clean Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed Biased Biased

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