Bicep-Challenge-00.md

Challenge 0: Pre-requisites - Ready, Set, GO!

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Introduction

A smart cloud solution architect always has the right tools in their toolbox.

Description

In this challenge we'll be setting up all the tools we will need to complete our challenges.

• Install the recommended toolset:
  • An Azure Subscription
  • Windows Subsystem for Linux (Windows only)
  • Azure CLI
    • Must be at least version 2.20.x
    • NOTE: If installing on a Windows workstation, install into the Windows Subsystem for Linux environment using the installation instructions for Linux.
    • NOTE: If you’re running into issues running Azure CLI command on Windows, disable Global Protect (VPN)
  • PowerShell Cmdlets for Azure
  • Visual Studio Code
  • Bicep plugins for VS Code
    • Bicep VS Code Extension
  • Bicep CLI - AzureCLI version 2.20 & higher should include the Bicep CLI tools. If you are using PowerShell, you must follow the instructions at this link to install the Bicep CLI.

NOTE: You can complete all of the challenges with the Azure Cloud Shell! However, be a good cloud architect and make sure you have experience installing the tools locally.

Success Criteria

1. You have a bash shell at your disposal (WSL, Mac, Linux or Azure Cloud Shell)
2. Running az --version shows the version of your Azure CLI
3. Visual Studio Code and Bicep tools are installed.