Detected Bias Types
Windows First
Missing Linux Example
Summary
The documentation page displays a notable Windows/.NET bias: the configuration provider libraries table lists .NET Standard, ASP.NET Core, Azure Functions, and .NET Framework providers first, with their samples and release notes, before mentioning Java, Python, JavaScript, and Go. The only sample for .NET Framework links to a 'WebDemo', which is typically Windows/IIS-centric, and there is no explicit mention of Linux or cross-platform usage for .NET. There are no Linux-specific examples, nor is there guidance for running .NET providers on Linux or macOS. The documentation does not mention Powershell or Windows tools directly, but the ordering and sample selection favor Windows-first development patterns.
Recommendations
- Add explicit examples or notes for running .NET providers on Linux and macOS (e.g., using .NET Core on Ubuntu).
- Include Linux/macOS sample projects or usage instructions for each provider, especially for .NET and ASP.NET Core.
- Reorder the provider table to alternate or group by language/platform rather than listing all .NET/Windows-centric providers first.
- Provide parity in sample applications, ensuring that non-Windows platforms are equally represented.
- Clarify that the .NET Standard and ASP.NET Core providers are cross-platform and provide links to documentation for Linux/macOS deployment.