Azure App Configuration

Azure App Configuration is a cloud-based service provided by Microsoft Azure for centralizing and managing configuration settings for applications. It offers a secure and scalable solution to store and retrieve configuration data, simplifying the maintenance and updates of application settings across various environments.

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Key terms:

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Configuration Settings: Values defining application behavior, such as connection strings and API endpoints.

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Configuration Store: The centralized repository in Azure App Configuration for managing application configurations.

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Key-Value Pair: The fundamental data unit consisting of a unique identifier (key) and its corresponding value.

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Feature Flags/Toggles: Dynamic configuration technique to enable/disable application features without modifying code.

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Environment: Designated application environment (e.g., development, testing, production).

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Versioning: Automatic version assignment to track configuration changes and facilitate rollbacks.

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Secure Access: Authentication methods ensuring secure access to configuration settings.

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Integration: Seamless integration with Azure services and popular development frameworks.

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Azure App Configuration simplifies configuration management, improves deployment consistency, and enables dynamic feature control. It promotes collaboration between development and operations teams, facilitates smoother application updates, and streamlines configuration maintenance across environments.

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