OverviewThis deployment Package provides a fully configured Azure SQL Environment using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates. The solution deploys a SQL Server (Logical Server), a SQL Database, and a Firewall Rule, enabling fast, secure, and repeatable Database provisioning. What This Template Deploys- Azure SQL Server (logical server)- Azure SQL Database- Firewall rule allowing Azure services access- Secure configuration with TLS 1.2 enforced Files Includedtemplate.json ARM template defining SQL Server, Database, and Firewall rule parameters.json Parameter file used to customize deployment values deploy.ps1 PowerShell script for validation, What-If, and deployment PrerequisitesTo use this template, you will need:- An active Azure subscription- Access to Azure Portal or Azure Cloud Shell- Azure PowerShell (optional if using Cloud Shell) Security ModelThis template uses SQL Authentication with Secure Password handling:- Password is NOT stored in parameters.json- Password is entered at runtime- Password is handled as a Secure String How to DeployStep 1: Update ParametersOpen **parameters.json** and update:- sqlServerName Must be globally unique- sqlDatabaseName Name of the database- location Example: eastus- administratorLogin SQL admin username- databaseSkuName Default: Basic (Lowest Cost Tier) Step 2: Upload Files (Cloud Shell)Upload:- template.json - parameters.json - deploy.ps1 Step 3: Run Deployment ScriptThe script supports three modes:Validate (recommended first)```PowerShell.\deploy.ps1 -resourceGroupName RG-ARM-TEMPLATES -mode Validate Important NotesPassword HandlingPassword is required at runtimePassword is not stored in any filePassword is not displayed in the logs or outputNaming RequirementsSQL Server names must be Globally Unique Firewall RuleThe template includes:AllowAzureServices (0.0.0.0)This allows Azure services to connect, but does NOT expose the database publicly. Cost NoteAzure SQL Database is NOT freeEven the Basic tier incurs a costDeploy only when necessary SummaryThis package provides a reusable Azure SQL deployment solution with secure credential handling, proper dependency configuration, and a production-ready security baseline. SupportFor questions or custom template requests, please contact: ITCloudAcademy Support TeamEmail: [email protected]: [email protected]: http://www.itcloudacademy.net Support Hours:Monday to Friday9:00 AM to 6:00 PM MST Need a custom Azure ARM template? Visit our Azure Custom ARM Templates page for details and services.
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