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Scan Information

Started At: 2025-07-31 00:00:07

Finished At: 2025-07-31 00:06:01

Status: completed

Target URL: https://github.com/MicrosoftDocs/azure-docs/tree/main/articles

Current Phase: discovery

Problematic Pages

Bias Types:
⚠️ powershell_heavy
⚠️ windows_tools
⚠️ missing_linux_example
⚠️ windows_first
Summary:
The documentation page demonstrates a Windows bias by providing only Azure PowerShell command-line examples for scripting and automation, with no mention of Azure CLI (cross-platform) or Bash/shell equivalents. PowerShell is a Windows-centric tool, and its exclusive use may disadvantage Linux/macOS users. Additionally, the documentation refers to installing Azure PowerShell and links to PowerShell-specific resources, without offering Linux-native or cross-platform alternatives. The ordering of examples also places PowerShell before ARM templates, and there are no Linux-specific instructions or notes.
Recommendations:
  • Add equivalent Azure CLI (az) command examples alongside PowerShell for all scripting/automation tasks, as Azure CLI is cross-platform and widely used on Linux/macOS.
  • Include Bash/shell script snippets where appropriate, or at least reference that Azure CLI commands can be run in Bash.
  • When listing command-line options, present Azure CLI first or in parallel with PowerShell to avoid a 'Windows-first' impression.
  • Explicitly mention that all features are available and supported on Linux/macOS, and provide links to relevant cross-platform tooling documentation.
  • Consider adding a table or section comparing PowerShell and Azure CLI approaches for common tasks.
  • Where screenshots or UI instructions are given, clarify that the Azure Portal is accessible from any OS.
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No problematic pages found in this scan. All pages appear to be Linux-friendly! 🐧