Start/stop azure functions through PowerShell and Azure CLI

 

Start/stop azure functions through PowerShell and Azure CLI

Azure Functions is a serverless compute service that enables you to run code on-demand without the need to manage infrastructure. In this blog, we'll discuss how to start and stop Azure Functions using PowerShell and Azure CLI. 

Start/Stop Azure Functions using PowerShell

To start or stop Azure Functions using PowerShell, you can use the Start-AzFunctionApp and Stop-AzFunctionApp cmdlets, respectively. Here's how you can use them: 

To start an Azure Function App, run the following command in PowerShell: 

Start-AzFunctionApp -Name <function-app-name> -ResourceGroupName <resource-group-name>

Replace <function-app-name> and <resource-group-name> with the actual names of your function app and resource group, respectively.

 

To stop an Azure Function App, run the following command in PowerShell: 

Stop-AzFunctionApp -Name <function-app-name> -ResourceGroupName <resource-group-name>

Replace <function-app-name> and <resource-group-name> with the actual names of your function app and resource group, respectively. 

Start/Stop Azure Functions using Azure CLI

To start or stop Azure Functions using Azure CLI, you can use the az functionapp start and az functionapp stop commands, respectively. Here's how you can use them: 

To start an Azure Function App, run the following command in Azure CLI: 

az functionapp start --name <function-app-name> --resource-group <resource-group-name>

Replace <function-app-name> and <resource-group-name> with the actual names of your function app and resource group, respectively. 

To stop an Azure Function App, run the following command in Azure CLI: 

az functionapp stop --name <function-app-name> --resource-group <resource-group-name>

Replace <function-app-name> and <resource-group-name> with the actual names of your function app and resource group, respectively. 

Conclusion

In conclusion, starting and stopping Azure Functions can be done easily using either PowerShell or Azure CLI. By understanding the commands and parameters required to start and stop a function app, you can manage your serverless compute resources with ease and efficiency.

Azure CLI Advance Debug

 

Azure CLI Advance Debug

Azure CLI is a powerful command-line interface that allows you to manage Azure resources and services. When working with the CLI, you may encounter issues or errors that require advanced debugging techniques to resolve. In this blog, we will explore some advanced debugging techniques that you can use to troubleshoot issues in Azure CLI. 

• Use verbose mode

The Azure CLI has a verbose mode that can provide more detailed information about the commands that you run. By adding the "-v" or "--verbose" flag to your command, you can enable verbose mode and get more information about the command's execution. 

For example, to enable verbose mode when running the "az login" command, you can use the following command:

az login -v

This will provide more information about the authentication process and help you identify any issues that may be preventing you from logging in.  

• Use the "--debug" flag

The Azure CLI also has a "--debug" flag that enables debug logging for a specific command. By using this flag, you can get more detailed information about a specific command's execution. 

For example, to enable debug logging for the "az storage blob upload" command, you can use the following command:

az storage blob upload --debug

This will provide more information about the upload process and help you identify any issues that may be preventing the upload from succeeding. 

• Use the "az feedback" command

If you encounter an issue that you cannot resolve, you can use the "az feedback" command to report the issue to the Azure CLI team. This will provide them with more information about the issue and help them identify the cause.

 For example, to report an issue with the "az storage account create" command, you can use the following command:

 az feedback --cli az storage account create

This will open a web page where you can provide details about the issue, including any error messages that you received. 

In conclusion, when working with Azure CLI, there are several advanced debugging techniques that you can use to troubleshoot issues and resolve them quickly. By using verbose mode, enabling debug logging, using the "--debug" flag, and using the "az feedback" command, you can get more detailed information about the commands that you run and identify the cause of any issues that you encounter.

Azure functions CLI tips and tricks

 Azure functions CLI tips and tricks

Azure Functions is a popular serverless computing platform that allows developers to write and run event-driven functions in the cloud.

The Azure Functions CLI is a command-line interface that provides developers with a local development experience for creating, testing, and debugging Azure Functions. In this blog, we will explore some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of the Azure Functions CLI.

1. Create a Function Project

To create a new Function Project using the CLI, run the following command:

func init <project-name> 

This command will create a new Function Project in the current directory with the specified name.

2. Create a New Function

To create a new function in your project, run the following command:

func new

This command will prompt you to choose a function template and specify the function name and trigger type.

3. Run the Function Locally

To run the function locally, run the following command:

func start

This command will start a local version of the Azure Functions runtime and allow you to test your function.

4. Debug the Function Locally

To debug the function locally, run the following command:

func host start --debug

This command will start the Azure Functions runtime in debug mode, which allows you to use a debugger to step through your code.

5. Deploy the Function to Azure

To deploy the function to Azure, run the following command:

func azure functionapp publish <function-app-name>

This command will deploy the function to the specified Azure Function App.

6. Add a Binding to a Function

To add a binding to a function, run the following command:

func extensions install --package <package-name>

This command will install the specified package and add the binding to your function.

7. Manage Function App Settings

To manage your Function App settings using the CLI, run the following command:

func azure functionapp list-functions <function-app-name>

This command will list all the functions in the specified Function App and their associated settings.

8. Work with Multiple Environments

To work with multiple environments, you can create a separate Function Project for each environment and use environment variables to configure the settings for each environment.

9. Use a Custom Docker Image

To use a custom Docker image, you can specify the image in your project's Dockerfile and use the following command to deploy the function to Azure:

func azure functionapp publish <function-app-name> --docker-container-image <docker-image-name>

Conclusion

The Azure Functions CLI provides developers with a powerful local development experience for creating, testing, and debugging Azure Functions. By using these tips and tricks, you can get the most out of the Azure Functions CLI and streamline your development workflow. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started with Azure Functions, the CLI is a valuable tool that can help you build and deploy serverless applications with ease.