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JohnNaguib
Nov 19, 2025MVP
Exploring Azure Portal, CLI, and PowerShell — Which One Should You Use?
When working with Microsoft Azure, one of the great advantages is the flexibility it offers for managing cloud resources. Whether you prefer clicking through a visual interface, typing commands into a terminal, or automating scripts, Azure has a tool that fits your style. The three most common ways to interact with Azure are:
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Good breakdown. I usually think of the Portal as best for discovery and one-off inspection, CLI/PowerShell for repeatable operations, and IaC tools like Bicep or Terraform for anything that needs to be reviewed, versioned, and reproduced.