Azure PowerShell Overview

Azure PowerShell is a set of cmdlets that you can use to manage Azure resources from the command line. It's built on top of the .NET Framework and can be used in interactive mode, or to write scripts for automating Azure deployments and management tasks.

Key Features

• Resource Management: Create, configure, and manage Azure resources like virtual machines, storage accounts, web apps, and databases.
• Automation: Automate complex deployment and management tasks with scripting.
• Integration: Seamlessly integrate with other command-line tools and scripting languages.
• Cross-Platform: Use Azure PowerShell on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• Extensibility: Develop custom modules to extend its functionality.

Getting Started with Azure PowerShell

To start using Azure PowerShell, you'll typically need to install it. The installation process varies slightly depending on your operating system.

Installation Steps (Brief)

For detailed installation instructions, please refer to the Installation Guide.

1. Install PowerShell (if not already present).
2. Install the Azure PowerShell module using the PowerShellGet command: Install-Module -Name Az -Scope CurrentUser -Repository PSGallery -Force
3. Connect to your Azure account: Connect-AzAccount

Common Scenarios

Azure PowerShell is used for a wide variety of tasks, including:

• Deploying virtual machines and associated resources.
• Configuring networking components like virtual networks and load balancers.
• Managing Azure SQL databases and other data services.
• Automating application deployments to Azure App Service.
• Monitoring resource health and performance.

Learn More

Explore the following sections to deepen your understanding of Azure PowerShell:

• Installation
• Getting Started with Your First Script
• Understanding Azure PowerShell Authentication
• Best Practices for Scripting Azure Resources