What are Azure Verified Modules?

Azure Verified Modules are pre-built, reusable infrastructure as code (IaC) components that have been vetted by Microsoft and third-party experts. They are built to solve common problems found in a cloud infrastructure deployment. The “verified” part means they are tested, secure, and ready to be utilized in projects without hassle. Think of them like LEGO blocks in the Azure world. Instead of building everything from scratch, you can pick and choose the modules you need, knowing they will work together.

Why should you care?

For anyone who has worked on cloud infrastructure, you know the devil is in the details. Misconfigurations can lead to downtime, tech debt, or just plain frustration. With Azure Verified Modules, a lot of that risk is minimized. Microsoft and trusted partners have done a lot of the hard work for you, ensuring that these modules are optimized, secure, and adhere to best practices.

Here’s what makes them a great tool:

  • Time Saver: No more time spent writing hours of custom code that requires tech debt. These modules are ready to use, so that you can focus on the needs of your project.
  • Security and Compliance: All modules are designed with security in mind and are compliant with many industry standards. One less thing to worry about when deploying IaC.
  • Consistency: Using Azure Verified Modules means your deployments are consistent across environments. You know your infrastructure is consistent when deploying to dev, staging, or production.
  • Support: Because the modules are verified, they have backing from Microsoft and other experts. They are maintained and updated regularly, so you do not constantly update configurations.
  • Uniformity: Azure Verified Modules are consistent, allowing for uniformity across all projects. This means seamless interaction from engineers, which means less ramp-up time between projects.

How to get started

Getting started with Azure Verified Modules is pretty straightforward. Head over to the Azure Verified Modules Github. Once there you can browse all the modules and find what you need. Afterward, you can begin integrating the modules into your environment configurations. Whether you are just getting started or trying to streamline your current project, these modules can ensure you deploy with confidence.

AIS Approach

This begins with thoroughly assessing business requirements to identify specific use cases. By selecting appropriate verified modules from Azure’s repository, organizations can leverage pre-built, trusted components to expedite development while ensuring compliance with best practices. Comprehensive testing in a controlled environment before full deployment is essential to validate functionality and performance. Azure Verified Modules empower organizations to harness the full potential of Azure Verified Modules for enhanced cloud solutions that drive informed decision-making and operational excellence.

Retrospective

This approach reduced the potential for human error but also facilitated version control and collaboration among teams. Successful integration of Azure Verified Modules within our IaC framework allowed for rapid deployment of trusted components, accelerating development cycles and enhancing security. Azure Verified Modules significantly advanced our operational capabilities. Continuous refinement of our processes and greater emphasis on collaboration will be essential for achieving even greater success in future implementations. Reach out to AIS for your Azure infrastructure project needs. We have experts ready to accelerate your project execution.