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:
⚠️ windows_tools
⚠️ windows_first
⚠️ missing_linux_example
Summary:
The documentation page is generally platform-neutral but contains subtle Windows bias. It mentions creating PowerShell scripts and scheduling them with Azure Automation as an example for cluster lifecycle automation, without providing equivalent Linux/bash scripting guidance. The only scripting example is PowerShell, and no Linux shell or cross-platform CLI alternatives are mentioned. Additionally, the order of mention puts Windows tools (PowerShell, Azure Automation) before any Linux-native or cross-platform options. There are no explicit Linux examples or references to bash scripting, and the portal UI screenshots do not indicate platform, but the scripting guidance is Windows-centric.
Recommendations:
  • Provide equivalent Linux/bash scripting examples for cluster provisioning and deletion, alongside PowerShell.
  • Mention cross-platform tools such as the Azure CLI (az hdinsight ...) for automation, and provide sample commands.
  • When referencing automation, list both Azure Automation (which can run PowerShell or Python) and Linux-native schedulers (e.g., cron jobs) as options.
  • Ensure scripting and automation guidance is presented in a platform-neutral or parallel fashion (e.g., 'You can use PowerShell scripts or bash scripts...').
  • Add explicit Linux examples or links to Linux-focused automation documentation.
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Scan History

Date Scan ID Status Bias Status
2025-08-17 00:01 #83 in_progress ✅ Clean
2025-07-13 21:37 #48 completed ❌ Biased
2025-07-12 23:44 #41 in_progress ❌ Biased
2025-07-09 13:09 #3 cancelled ✅ Clean
2025-07-08 04:23 #2 cancelled ❌ Biased