azure-quotas
Check/manage Azure quotas and usage across providers. For deployment planning, capacity validation, region selection. WHEN: "check quotas", "service limits", "current usage", "request quota increase", "quota exceeded", "validate capacity", "regional availability", "provisioning limits", "vCPU limit", "how many vCPUs available in my subscription".
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About azure-quotas
The 'azure-quotas' skill is designed to help users check and manage Azure quotas and resource usage across various providers. It ensures that users can effectively plan deployments, validate capacity, and choose regions based on available resource quotas. By monitoring and managing these quotas, the skill helps prevent over-provisioning of resources and ensures fair distribution across Azure subscriptions. Quotas can be adjustable or fixed, with adjustable quotas allowing users to request increases, making it an essential tool for deployment planning and regional selection in Azure environments.
FAQ
How do I check my Azure quotas using this skill?
Use Azure CLI commands like 'az quota list' or 'az quota show' to check your Azure quotas. These commands provide the most reliable results compared to the portal or REST API.
What extension do I need to use this skill?
You need to install the Azure CLI quota extension by running the command 'az extension add --name quota' before using any quota-related commands.
Can I request a quota increase through this skill?
Yes, you can request a quota increase via the Azure CLI or Azure Portal by using the appropriate quota management commands. However, the skill helps primarily in validating the current quota before requesting increases.
Are there any limitations when using the REST API for checking quotas?
Yes, the REST API is unreliable and may show misleading results, such as indicating 'No Limit' which doesn't mean unlimited capacity. The Azure CLI should be the first method used for quota checks.
What permissions do I need to use this skill?
To use this skill, you need at least 'Reader' permissions to view quotas or 'Quota Request Operator' permissions to manage them.
Install azure-quotas
Quick Setup:
- Copy the skill folder to
.claude/skills/ - Claude will automatically detect and use the skill
Repository
microsoft/azure-skills