Session Abstract

In this session, we’ll delve into a practical comparison of Terraform and Bicep, the two leading Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools for Azure. We’ll explore their support for resources both within and beyond the Microsoft ecosystem, covering Azure-specific services, Microsoft 365, and external integrations. Attendees will learn about the different options for publishing, such as private registries, Azure Container Registry, and template specs, and how each tool handles parameter files, with a look at Bicep’s bicepparam vs. Terraform’s tfvars. We'll also highlight key syntax and structural differences, deployment practices, and community support. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear understanding of which tool best aligns with your Azure IaC needs and project goals.

Cédric Braekevelt

Azure & DevOps Engineer trying to automate everything Microsoft related using IaC, automation and containers