Bicep AVM - Azure Verified Modules for Platform landing zone (ALZ)
The complete starter module for the new Bicep framework uses Azure Verified Modules from the alz-bicep-accelerator repository.
TipThis is the new Bicep framework (iac_type: bicep) built on Azure Verified Modules. For the traditional framework, see Bicep Classic - Complete.
- Repository: alz-bicep-accelerator
- Architecture: Built on Azure Verified Modules (AVM)
- Benefits: Enhanced modularity, better maintainability, alignment with Microsoft’s latest best practices
- Recommended for: New Azure Landing Zone deployments
- IAC Type:
bicep
The new framework provides:
- Modular Architecture: Leverages Azure Verified Modules for better component isolation
- Enhanced Maintainability: Improved code structure and organization
- Future-Proof: Aligned with Microsoft’s latest Azure Landing Zone guidance
- Simplified Deployment: Streamlined module structure for easier customization
The framework includes the following core modules:
- Core Governance: Management group structure and policy assignments
- Core Logging: Centralized logging and monitoring setup
- Networking Options:
- Hub networking for traditional hub-spoke architectures
- Virtual WAN for integrated and automated hub and spoke configuration and connectivity
The following table describes the inputs required for the complete starter module:
| Input | Placeholder | Description |
|---|---|---|
networkType | hubNetworking | The type of network configuration to deploy. Currently only hubNetworking, vwanConnectivity, or none are supported. |
bootstrap_module_version | <version> | The specific release version of the Acccelerator Bootstrap modules to target. We recommend using “Latest” |
| starter_module_version | <version> | The specific release version of the ALZ Bicep Accelerator modules to target. We recommend using “Latest” |
If you’re considering migrating from the classic framework:
- New Deployments: Start with the new framework for enhanced capabilities
- Existing Deployments: Continue with the classic framework for stability for now
NoteMigration guidance will be provided as the new framework reaches general availability.