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Continue reading →: How to Set Up Dynamic DNS (DDNS) on Azure & Linux for Your Home NetworkIn this article I’ll cover configuring Azure DNS and a local service running on a Linux server to update the DNS record automatically.
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Simplifying Azure Entra ID PIM Role Reviews with PowerShell
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Continue reading →: Simplifying Azure Entra ID PIM Role Reviews with PowerShellManaging system access is crucial for maintaining security and compliance in any organization. In this post, we explore best practices for reviewing system access, identifying unnecessary permissions, and strengthening your security posture. Learn how to streamline user roles, audit access logs, and implement automated reviews to protect your infrastructure effectively.
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Continue reading →: Azure DevOps – Failed to delete. Force push permission is required to delete branchesI’ve recently been tidying up some of my personal project code repositories in Azure DevOps, treating them like professional environments where possible to get myself into some better habits. Part of this is ensuring that old branches are properly cleaned up and removed where no longer required. But I kept…
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Continue reading →: Awarded the Microsoft Azure MVPThis is purely a celebratory post, after being nominated late last year, Microsoft have chosen to award me the Microsoft Azure Most Valued Professional (MVP) award. I’m extremely proud to be one of a select few chosen this year and I look forward to continuing to contribute to the overall…
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Continue reading →: How to add Custom Values to App Insights Logging – Monitor-OpenTelemetryWith Microsoft recommending that any new projects migrate from the old appinsights Node.JS module to @azure/monitor-opentelemetry I figured I’d bite the bullet and upgrade one of my own projects and share the results. I’ll also cover how to add custom values to your logs (referred to as customDimensions from here).…
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Continue reading →: The Azure Orphaned Resources Workbook: A Hidden Gem for Cloud Cost OptimizationThis workbook leverages Azure Resource Graph and provides real-time insights into orphaned assets, empowering you to slash costs, improve governance, and enhance operational efficiency—all from a clean, interactive dashboard.
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Continue reading →: Basic SKU of Public IP Addresses to be Retired – What to do & How to do it
Microsoft has announced the deprecation of the Basic SKU for Public IP addresses in Azure, with a retirement date set for September 30, 2025. After this date, Basic-tier Public IPs will no longer function, necessitating a move to Standard-tier Public IPs to maintain uninterrupted service.
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Continue reading →: The 12 Free Resources for Christmas – Azure Projects for the HolidaysWith many of us taking time off work over the holiday season, it’s a great time to have a play around with Azure and get your stockings dirty. What’s better is you can do this completely free if you know where to look. In this post I’ll list out 12…
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Continue reading →: Azure Key Vaults Made Safer: How to Enable Soft-Delete and Purge Protection
Azure Key Vaults are a critical service for securely storing and managing sensitive information like secrets, keys, and certificates. However, ensuring these assets remain protected against accidental or malicious deletion is equally important. That’s where Soft-Delete and Purge Protection come into play.
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Continue reading →: Simplify Your Entra ID Governance with Azure Group ExpirationIn this post, I will walk through exactly what Group Expiration is, how to use it and why you may want to make use of it.
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