IaC Automated Assurance - PowerShell and Pester Testing for Azure ARM and Bicep Templates

Learn to implement automated testing and assurance practices for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) deployments using PowerShell and Pester in this 35-minute conference talk from PowerShell Summit 2025. Discover how to ensure the integrity and reliability of Azure ARM and Bicep templates through comprehensive automated testing strategies that validate coding standards and confirm proper resource deployment. Explore the setup and configuration of CI/CD pipelines that automatically execute these tests, validate template structure, and verify that infrastructure resources deploy as intended. Master techniques for gathering comprehensive test results and generating meaningful reports that provide actionable insights for continuous improvement of your IaC practices. Gain practical knowledge on maintaining robust and compliant cloud environments through systematic testing approaches that catch issues before they impact production deployments.