Deploying Azure Resources with GitLab CI/CD and Terraform

Introduction This document provides a comprehensive overview of setting up a GitLab CI/CD pipeline to deploy resources in Azure using Terraform. The pipeline automates the infrastructure provisioning process, ensuring consistency, reliability, and efficiency in your Azure environment. Prerequisites Before you… Read moreDeploying Azure Resources with GitLab CI/CD and Terraform

Creating a Service Principal in Azure Portal: Step-by-Step Guide

Overview: Creating a Service Principal in Azure Portal involves registering a new application in your Azure Active Directory (AAD) Azure Active Directory is now Microsoft Entra ID, and configuring the necessary credentials. Follow these steps to set up a Service… Read moreCreating a Service Principal in Azure Portal: Step-by-Step Guide

Azure Bicep vs ARM Templates vs Terraform: Comparison

Introduction Infrastructure as Code (IaC) has become an integral part of modern cloud computing, enabling developers and operations teams to define, manage, and version infrastructure in a declarative manner. In the Microsoft Azure ecosystem, two primary tools for IaC are… Read moreAzure Bicep vs ARM Templates vs Terraform: Comparison

Comprehensive Guide to Securing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

Introduction:Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is a powerful platform for running containerized applications. Ensuring the security of your AKS environment is crucial. In this guide, we will explore various security features, including Azure AD integration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Policy,… Read moreComprehensive Guide to Securing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

Simplifying Azure Infrastructure Deployment with Bicep: Validation, What-If, and Deployment

Azure Bicep is a declarative language designed to streamline the deployment of Azure resources. In this blog post, we’ll explore key Bicep commands for validating, previewing changes, and deploying your infrastructure. These commands help ensure a smooth deployment process and… Read moreSimplifying Azure Infrastructure Deployment with Bicep: Validation, What-If, and Deployment

Azure Firewall vs Network Security Group (NSG) vs Web Application Firewall (WAF) – A Comprehensive Comparison

1. Overview Azure Firewall Network Security Group (NSG) Web Application Firewall (WAF) 2. Key Features Azure Firewall Network Security Group (NSG) Web Application Firewall (WAF) 3. Use Cases Azure Firewall Network Security Group (NSG) Web Application Firewall (WAF) 4. Performance… Read moreAzure Firewall vs Network Security Group (NSG) vs Web Application Firewall (WAF) – A Comprehensive Comparison