Glossary Terms

  • Azure Repos

    Azure Repos is a version control service that provides Git repositories for source code management within the Azure DevOps ecosystem. From a FinOps perspective, Azure Repos serves as more than just a code storage solution—it represents a critical component of cloud cost management where development practices intersect with financial operations. Technical Foundations Core Architectural Components…

  • Azure Reservations

    Azure Reservations represent a purchasing option provided by Microsoft that enables organizations to receive significant discounts on various Azure services compared to standard pay-as-you-go (PAYG) pricing. By committing to use specific Azure resources for either one or three years, businesses can reduce their cloud costs by up to 72% while maintaining the flexibility and scalability…

  • Azure Test Plans

    Azure Test Plans is Microsoft’s comprehensive testing solution within the Azure DevOps suite that enables teams to plan, track, and manage their testing activities throughout the software development lifecycle. It provides tools for manual and automated testing, allowing quality assurance teams to create test plans, test suites, and test cases that help ensure software quality…