Martin Swinkels

Currently there is not a direct way to validate if Diagnostic Settings is enabled to a Management Group in the Azure Portal, Azure CLI or PowerShell. For anyone who needs to check or smoke test a deployment, I wrote the following PowerShell function that will make a REST API call using PowerShell.

While Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is gaining popularity and Bicep is becoming increasingly mature, I noticed that teams struggle to find a consistent way to organize their code within repositories. Although there are no strict rules, establishing standards and some governance for your team can be highly beneficial.

I would like to announce that I have been awarded an exciting new opportunity and that I will be delivering the following key services:

I am immensely proud to announce that a Microsoft ISV (Independent Software Vendor) in the Netherlands awarded me a hiring contract to deliver business value and share my knowledge with the internal Microsoft Azure team.

I’m excited to announce that I have secured my first assignment as a freelancer! Together with the Architecture & Development team, we will be transforming the organization’s way of working by implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Bicep. This collaborative effort will replace their current PowerShell-based method for deploying resources to Azure, fostering teamwork and shared success.

Whether you need an extra hand to meet tight deadlines or are looking to hire a dedicated professional for a scoped project or for the long term, I am here to support your goals. My expertise ensures seamless integration, continuous improvement, and reliable performance, making your business more agile and competitive.