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3,111 | 3,011 | |
1.2% | 0.5% | |
0.0 | 6.2 | |
7 days ago | 6 days ago | |
Bicep | PowerShell | |
MIT License | GNU General Public License v3.0 or later |
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bicep
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The issue of recursive module calls in declarative infrastructure-as-code
I thought it was a good idea, but Bicep did not agree. I have submitted a proposal to the Bicep team for how this can be allowed. Vote for this issue if you agree!
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Rethinking Infrastructure as Code from Scratch
Bicep has limitations which makes it non-declarative even though it is marketed as declarative: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-resource-manag...
MSFT is trying to add features to make this better, but it is not in production yet: https://github.com/Azure/bicep/issues/10460
Additionally, Bicep does not support interacting with Azure Active Directory: https://github.com/Azure/bicep/issues/7724
So it really is not very useful. Terraform is better in almost every single conceivable way.
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Need an advice between Azure Bicep and Terraform.
Github: https://github.com/Azure/bicep/issues/9569
- Is Bicep built on top of ARM or not?
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Create your first Azure Bicep Template
Since its launch Bicep has become popular within the IT community. You can find blog posts, tweets, conference sessions, and plenty of interaction on the official Bicep GitHub space. Bicep became production ready at v0.3. It is supported by Microsoft Support Plans.
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How do you all start developing your arm template
Please give Azure Bicep a try. You get a really simple experience with all the benefits of using the platform native capabilities https://github.com/Azure/bicep
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DevOps ARM to Bicep Migration - Parameter Files
I was on the bicep call last month but that doesn't mean I didn't miss the announcement, it looks like they are getting close though - https://github.com/Azure/bicep/issues/8598
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Bicep Extension Finally Arrives in Visual Studio! Here's What You Need to Know
Bicep, the open source project used by Visual Studio Code to extend its capabilities, has finally arrived in Visual Studio, enabling users of Microsoft’s flagship IDE to use some of Bicep’s most popular features in the same program they have been using since they were introduced to it — in other words, Visual Studio itself.
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How to pass Bicep outputs between YAML steps
In addition, check the similar issue on GitHub.
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Bicep code design best practice - input very much appreciated!
There is an ongoing thread here https://github.com/Azure/bicep/issues/1853
Pester
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PyPyInstaller Powershell Module Initial Code Push
Pester is what's used for most Powershell testing. While it has some pretty amazing features, it does have issues with .NET class method mocking and sometimes scope can be weird. Here's a simple example:
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Dev Stuff Distracting Me From Article Writing
This is the fun that is Powershell mocking, or at least the form that someone completely new to Powershell would write. One thing I must say is that Pester's mocking capabilities are quite easy to work with. It reminded me of pytest mock patching, only well, simpler. Most of the time spent fighting tests was due to the nuances of pipeline flow. For example, you can see that your mocked method was called X many times through something like this:
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Windows 11 malware adds excludes to windows defender scan
The folder blocked all users from reading the files so if you open up the files it looks empty, even tho you have show hidden files turned on. You can't delete it since it says that you need access from TrustedInstaller. This is cleaver by the hacker since trusted installer is actually the name of a windows feature. HOW-EVER by using the command line I found out that the folder contains framework like these two. https://github.com/d1pakda5/PowerShell-for-Pentesters https://github.com/pester/Pester
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I have to learn PowerShell in 2 weeks. is that possible?
I'm really surprised that nobody in this thread has mentioned Pester. PowerShell has its own automated unit testing framework that is incredibly versatile. You do need to know PowerShell in order to really make it shine, but if there are some simple tests that your class requires such as "make sure this value conforms to this regex value", Pester is pretty easy to pick up and utilize.
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Sys admin interview coming up, help your loyal helpdesk pupil to not let his dreams be dreams
Once you start building code/scripts that are used consistently, consider adding Pester testing to your work. Most sysadmin managers may not get it, but if you're talking to dev managers, they'll absolutely get the importance of unit testing and why it's a good tool to have. Again, down the road. Learn the basics first.
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Thoughts on authoring cmdlets
Finally, the Pester testing framework, which ships with Powershell, is a great way to ensure your code actually does what it's meant to do.
- Git repo best practices for Powershell.
- Looking for public powershell projects to learn best practices and as a reference
- Testing Solutions
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Test your PowerShell code with Pester
Pester GH page
What are some alternatives?
Pulumi - Pulumi - Infrastructure as Code in any programming language. Build infrastructure intuitively on any cloud using familiar languages 🚀
PSScriptAnalyzer - Download ScriptAnalyzer from PowerShellGallery
azure-cli - Azure Command-Line Interface
arm-ttk - Azure Resource Manager Template Toolkit
azure-quickstart-templates - Azure Quickstart Templates
Plaster - Plaster is a template-based file and project generator written in PowerShell.
terraform - Terraform enables you to safely and predictably create, change, and improve infrastructure. It is a source-available tool that codifies APIs into declarative configuration files that can be shared amongst team members, treated as code, edited, reviewed, and versioned.
Invoke-Build - Build Automation in PowerShell
infracost - Cloud cost estimates for Terraform in pull requests💰📉 Shift FinOps Left!
PowerShellPracticeAndStyle - The Unofficial PowerShell Best Practices and Style Guide
python - Official Python client library for kubernetes
aws-tools-for-powershell - The AWS Tools for PowerShell lets developers and administrators manage their AWS services from the PowerShell scripting environment.