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
missing_linux_example
Summary
While the main Azure CLI examples use bash-like syntax compatible with both Windows and Linux, there is a notable Windows bias in the documentation. The only linked template authoring tutorial is 'Quickstart: Create ARM templates with Visual Studio Code', which explicitly references PowerShell tabs and does not mention Linux or bash alternatives. No Linux-specific tools or editors (such as VS Code on Linux, nano, vim, or bash scripting) are mentioned, and the documentation does not clarify cross-platform compatibility for the examples. The documentation assumes familiarity with Windows-first patterns and does not provide parity for Linux users in referenced tutorials.
Recommendations
  • Add explicit notes clarifying that Azure CLI examples work on both Windows (PowerShell, CMD) and Linux (bash, zsh).
  • Provide links to Linux/bash-specific tutorials for ARM template authoring and deployment.
  • Ensure referenced tutorials (such as the Quickstart) include Linux/bash tabs or examples, not just PowerShell.
  • Mention cross-platform editors (e.g., VS Code on Linux, nano, vim) when discussing template authoring.
  • Where PowerShell is referenced, provide equivalent bash or shell examples and links.
  • Review all external links to ensure Linux parity in guidance and examples.
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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 Clean Clean

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