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:
⚠️ powershell_heavy
⚠️ missing_linux_example
⚠️ windows_tools
Summary:
The documentation exclusively provides PowerShell runbook examples and instructions, which are native to Windows environments. There is no mention of Bash, Python, or other cross-platform scripting options for Azure Automation, nor are there CLI examples or guidance for Linux users. This creates a Windows-centric bias and may hinder Linux administrators from easily following or adapting the instructions.
Recommendations:
  • Provide equivalent Azure CLI and/or Bash script examples for creating and managing runbooks, as Azure Automation supports Python and Bash runbooks as well.
  • Mention and link to documentation on using Python or Bash runbooks in Azure Automation for Linux users.
  • Rephrase steps to refer to 'runbooks' generically, and only specify PowerShell as one option among several.
  • Include a note or section on cross-platform support, clarifying that Azure Automation is not limited to PowerShell and Windows environments.
  • Where possible, show both PowerShell and CLI/Bash/Python code snippets side by side for parity.
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Scan History

Date Scan ID Status Bias Status
2025-07-12 23:44 #41 in_progress ❌ Biased
2025-07-12 00:58 #8 cancelled ✅ Clean
2025-07-10 05:06 #7 processing ✅ Clean
2025-07-09 23:22 #6 cancelled ✅ Clean