Content by Alex-wdy (5)

Alex-wdy explains an upcoming Azure Key Vault control plane API retirement and the required tooling upgrades to avoid breaking vault management operations. The post lists minimum Azure CLI and Az PowerShell versions, how to check what you have installed, and the exact upgrade commands to run before the February 27, 2027 deadline.

Alex-wdy explains how Azure CLI 2.86.0+ speeds up slow enterprise-scale az login by skipping post-auth subscription enumeration across many tenants and subscriptions. The post introduces --skip-subscription-discovery (and --skip-sub), targeted --subscription on login, and when to use (or avoid) these flags.

Alex-wdy explains why Azure CLI on macOS is moving away from Homebrew Core and introducing new Preview installation options in Azure CLI 2.86.0, including a Homebrew Cask package and an offline tarball for restricted environments, with a focus on signed, notarized binaries and future enterprise authentication needs.

Alex-wdy details the root cause and resolution steps for an Azure CLI crash that occurred when upgrading via MSI on Windows, and highlights recent performance improvements in the installer.

Alex-wdy shares comprehensive updates from Microsoft Ignite 2025, focusing on Azure CLI, Azure PowerShell, and new AI-driven features, including security and quality improvements.