Azure Advisor
Azure Advisor is a personalized cloud consultant that analyzes Azure resource configurations and usage telemetry to provide actionable recommendations for optimizing Azure deployments. It helps improve performance, security, reliability, and cost-effectiveness by identifying best practices and potential issues across subscriptions. The tool integrates directly into the Azure portal and provides prioritized suggestions with estimated impact.
Developers should use Azure Advisor when managing Azure resources to ensure their cloud infrastructure follows Microsoft's best practices and operates efficiently. It's particularly valuable for identifying cost-saving opportunities (like right-sizing underutilized VMs), enhancing security posture (such as enabling encryption), and improving application reliability (through high-availability configurations). Regular use helps maintain optimal cloud performance and avoid common pitfalls in Azure deployments.