Azure PowerShell: An Introduction
Welcome to the official documentation for Azure PowerShell. This module provides a set of cmdlets that leverage the PowerShell scripting language to enable you to manage your Azure resources.
What is Azure PowerShell?
Azure PowerShell is a cross-platform module that you can use from Windows, macOS, and Linux to connect to your subscription and manage resources. It's built on top of the Azure Resource Manager (ARM) model, allowing for consistent management of Azure services.
With Azure PowerShell, you can:
- Provision and configure Azure resources like virtual machines, storage accounts, and virtual networks.
- Automate routine administrative tasks.
- Deploy applications to Azure.
- Monitor resource usage and performance.
- Manage access control and security settings.
Why Use Azure PowerShell?
Azure PowerShell is ideal for:
- Automation: Script repetitive tasks to save time and reduce errors.
- Consistency: Ensure that your deployments and configurations are applied uniformly.
- Power: Leverage the full capabilities of PowerShell for complex management scenarios.
- Cross-Platform: Manage Azure from your preferred operating system.
Key Concepts
Before diving deeper, it's helpful to understand some fundamental concepts:
- Cmdlets: The core commands in PowerShell, such as
Get-AzVMto retrieve information about virtual machines. - Resources: The individual services you create in Azure (e.g., a storage account, a web app).
- Resource Groups: Logical containers that hold related Azure resources.
- Subscriptions: Your account that provides access to Azure services and resources.
Getting Started
To begin managing Azure with PowerShell, you'll need to install the Azure PowerShell module and connect to your Azure account. The next section, Getting Started, will guide you through the installation and initial connection process.
Let's start by setting up your environment and making your first connection.
Start Managing Azure with PowerShell