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
Summary
The documentation provides both Bash and PowerShell instructions for setting environment variables, but lists Bash first, which is positive for Linux parity. However, the prerequisites mention activating Visual Studio or MSDN subscriber benefits, which are Windows-centric, before mentioning the free account option. The authentication section references Azure CLI for local development, which is cross-platform, but does not mention OS-specific caveats or alternatives. No explicit Windows-only tools or patterns are used, and the code samples are OS-neutral. Overall, there is mild Windows bias in the order and emphasis of prerequisites, but the main workflow is cross-platform.
Recommendations
  • In the prerequisites, mention the free Azure account option before Windows-centric Visual Studio/MSDN benefits.
  • Explicitly state that Azure CLI is available on Windows, Linux, and macOS, and provide installation links for all platforms.
  • Add a note clarifying that all code samples and instructions work on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
  • Consider adding troubleshooting tips for common OS-specific issues (e.g., environment variable syntax differences, Azure CLI installation).
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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 Clean Clean
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 Clean Clean
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 Clean Clean
2025-07-12 23:44 #41 cancelled Biased Biased

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