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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
windows_tools
missing_linux_example
Summary
The documentation demonstrates a subtle Windows bias by referencing Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code (both Windows-centric or Windows-first tools) as primary editors for ARM templates, and by providing guidance and screenshots for these tools exclusively. There are no examples or mentions of Linux-native editors or workflows (such as Vim, Emacs, nano, or Linux-specific VS Code usage). Additionally, the only explicit mention of deploying templates with multi-line strings refers to Azure PowerShell (Windows-first) and Azure CLI, but does not provide Linux-specific instructions or considerations. There are no Linux shell (bash) or cross-platform command-line examples, and the documentation does not acknowledge Linux users' needs for editor configuration or deployment nuances.
Recommendations
- Include examples and guidance for editing ARM templates using popular Linux editors (e.g., Vim, nano, Emacs) and how to enable JSONC or handle comments in those environments.
- Add explicit instructions or screenshots for using Visual Studio Code on Linux, or mention that VS Code is cross-platform.
- When discussing deployment via Azure CLI, clarify that the instructions apply equally to Linux, macOS, and Windows, and provide bash/zsh shell command examples where relevant.
- Reference Linux-native tools and workflows where appropriate, such as using jq for JSON validation or manipulation.
- Ensure that any references to PowerShell or Visual Studio are balanced with equivalent Linux-friendly alternatives (e.g., Azure CLI in bash, VS Code on Linux, or other editors).
- Add a note that ARM template development and deployment is fully supported on Linux and macOS, not just Windows.
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