Several Azure products can be used to create or deploy sandboxes for testing new software, each with its strengths and weaknesses. Here are a few of the most popular options: (4)
Azure DevTest Labs: (OV-1) This is a cloud-based service that allows you to quickly and easily set up temporary environments for development and testing. You can create pre-configured templates for your environments, so you don't have to waste time setting everything up from scratch each time. You can also control how long your sandboxes are available and how much they cost.
Value: A quick and easy way to set up and tear down testing environments.
Azure Virtual Machines (VM): (OV-1) You can also use Azure Virtual Machines to create sandboxes for testing. This gives you more control over the environment, but it can also be more time-consuming and expensive to set up.
Value: More control over the environment
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS): (OV-1) If you're developing and testing containerized applications, you can use AKS to create sandboxes for your deployments. AKS makes it easy to manage and scale your Kubernetes clusters, so you can quickly spin up and tear down testing environments.
Value: More control over the environment
Azure Functions: (101) If you're developing serverless applications, you can use Azure Functions to create sandboxes for testing. Azure Functions allows you to run code without having to provision or manage servers, so it's a great option for quick and easy testing.
Value: For "serverless" (aka headless) applications.
Factors to consider when choosing an Azure product for Testing are:
Cost: Some Azure products are more expensive than others. Be sure to compare the costs of the different options before you make a decision.
Ease of use: Some Azure products are easier to use than others. If you're not familiar with Azure, you may want to choose a product that is easy to get started with.
Features: Some Azure products offer more features than others. Be sure to choose a product that has the features you need.