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Building an Azure ARM-Based Packer Image

Packer allows us to use JSON or HCL code to describe and generate machine images, such as Azure virtual hard disks and managed images. In this lab, we'll explore using Packer alongside Azure to create an image based on Ubuntu that hosts our website's landing page, as well as address any tips and tricks for provisioning Linux on Azure.

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Level
Intermediate
Last updated
Sep 10, 2025
Duration
30m

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Table of Contents
  1. Challenge

    Access the Console and Pull Down Files
    1. Click the Cloud Shell icon (>_) in the upper right.
    2. Select Bash.
    3. Click No storage account required.
    4. Select the only available subscription and click Apply.
    5. In Cloud Shell, create a working directory and add the necessary lab files.
  2. Challenge

    Write Template Based on Provided Instructions

    Create a packer.json file, build the template, and install the Packer plugin.

  3. Challenge

    Test the Build

    Validate and test the build.

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