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azd-app

Orchestrate multi-service local development environments for Azure projects.

12|6|Updated Nov 1, 2025
Search Tags:#local-development#orchestrate#multi-service#lifecycle-management#azure-developer-cli#logs-health
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jongio/azd-app --skill azd-app
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: azd-app
Source: https://github.com/jongio/azd-app/tree/main/cli/src/internal/skills/azd-app
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jongio/azd-app --skill azd-app

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

azd-app provides a single-command workflow to orchestrate multiple services in a local development environment, eliminating manual service coordination and setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified startup: start, monitor, and manage all project services with one command.
  • Dependency orchestration: automatically installs dependencies across languages and runtimes.
  • Observability: aggregate logs, health checks, and dashboards for all services.
  • Lifecycle management: supports prerun, postrun, prestop, and poststop hooks for safe operations.

Quick Start

Run azd app run to start all services locally and manage dependencies.

Frequently Asked Questions about azd-app

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I run multiple services locally for an Azure developer project without manually starting each one?▼

You can orchestrate multiple services locally by running a single command, which automatically coordinates startup, manages dependencies, and aggregates logs for the entire project.

What is the best way to manage dependencies across multi-language local development environments?▼

Automated dependency orchestration handles multi-language environments by automatically installing required packages and runtimes across all project services during local startup.

Can I execute custom scripts during the local service lifecycle for safe startup and shutdown?▼

Yes, lifecycle management supports prerun, postrun, prestop, and poststop hooks, allowing you to execute custom scripts for safe operations during service state transitions.

Does multi-service local orchestration support aggregated logs and health checks?▼

Yes, local orchestration provides observability features by aggregating unified logs, running health checks, and providing dashboards to monitor all services.

How do I resolve environment variables when running containers and services locally?▼

The orchestration process resolves environment variables automatically during local service execution, ensuring proper configuration for containers and exposed MCP servers.

When do I need local orchestration for multi-service projects?▼

You need local orchestration when managing multi-service projects that require unified startup, dependency installation, health monitoring, and lifecycle hooks to eliminate manual coordination.

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