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Azure Cloud Shell

What is Azure Cloud Shell?​

Azure Cloud Shell is a browser-based, fully-managed command-line environment provided by Microsoft Azure.

Key Features​

Dual Shell Options​

  • PowerShell: Ideal for managing Azure resources with Azure PowerShell commands
  • Bash: Supports Azure CLI for Linux-based management

Pre-Configured Tools​

  • Azure CLI, Azure PowerShell pre-installed
  • Git, Terraform, Kubectl, and more

How to Access​

  1. Open the Azure Portal
  2. Click on the Cloud Shell icon in the top-right navigation bar
  3. Choose between PowerShell or Bash
  4. Start managing Azure resources!

Benefits​

  • No Local Setup Required: Run commands without installing CLI tools
  • Secure & Managed: Fully maintained by Microsoft
  • Access from Any Device: Use from any browser
  • Seamless Integration: Works with Azure resources and automation scripts