How to Automate DevTest Labs VM Information Collection in Azure DevOps Using YAML Pipelines
In modern DevOps workflows, automation is key to managing and provisioning resources efficiently. Azure DevTest Labs provides an environment to rapidly provision and manage virtual machines (VMs) for development and testing. In this article, we will guide you through creating a YAML-based Azure DevOps pipeline that automates the deployment of a VM in Azure DevTest Labs using an ARM template and then collects information about the created VM using an Azure PowerShell script.
By integrating a PowerShell script into your Azure DevOps YAML pipeline, you can automatically collect critical VM information, such as the resource group name, IP address, and fully qualified domain name (FQDN). This data is invaluable for post-deployment tasks, such as monitoring, auditing, or subsequent configuration steps.
Overview of the Process
The pipeline involves two primary steps:
- Deploying the VM: Using an ARM template to deploy a virtual machine into Azure DevTest Labs.
- Collecting VM Information: Running a PowerShell script to fetch the details of the deployed VM, such as its IP address and FQDN, and storing these as pipeline variables for future use.
