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Microsoft AZ-400 Exam - Topic 4 Question 111 Discussion

Actual exam question for Microsoft's AZ-400 exam
Question #: 111
Topic #: 4
[All AZ-400 Questions]

SIMULATION

Task 7

Initialize the default main branch, if it does not exist already

In the User 1-42147509 organization, you need to install the Microsoft Security DevOps extension.

Next, create a new starter pipeline named starter1 that will use the following starter code.

Ensure that starter! includes a task that executes the extension and uses the following input*:

* Command: run

* Policy aruredevops

* Publish: true

Save the pipeline to a new branch named starter

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Step 1: Initialize the Default Main Branch

Navigate to Azure DevOps:

Go toAzure DevOpsand sign in with your credentials.

Select Your Project:

ChooseProject1from your list of projects.

Initialize the Main Branch:

Go toRepos>Files.

If the main branch does not exist, you will see an option to initialize it.Click onInitializeand follow the prompts to create the main branch1.

Step 2: Install the Microsoft Security DevOps Extension

Navigate to Extensions:

In Azure DevOps, click on theShopping Bagicon in the top right corner and selectBrowse Marketplace.

Search for the Extension:

Search forMicrosoft Security DevOps.

Install the Extension:

Click onGet it free.

Select your organization (User1-42147509) and clickInstall.

Follow the prompts to complete the installation2.

Step 3: Create a New Starter Pipeline

Navigate to Pipelines:

Go toPipelines>New pipeline.

Select the Repository:

ChooseAzure Repos Gitand select the relevant repository.

Configure the Pipeline:

SelectStarter pipelineand replace the default YAML with the following starter code:

trigger:

- starter

pool:

vmImage: 'windows-latest'

steps:

- task: MicrosoftSecurityDevOps@1

inputs:

command: 'run'

policy: 'azuredevops'

publish: true

Save the Pipeline:

Click onSaveand enterstarteras the branch name.

Click onSave and runto save the pipeline to the new branch namedstarter3.

By following these steps, you will have successfully initialized the main branch, installed the Microsoft Security DevOps extension, and created a new starter pipeline namedstarter1that includes the specified task


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Madonna
3 months ago
I thought you could just create the branch without initializing it first?
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Marquetta
4 months ago
Make sure to set the command to "run" in the task!
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Royal
4 months ago
Wait, is the default main branch really not there? That seems odd.
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Tiffiny
4 months ago
Totally agree, that step is crucial for the pipeline to work.
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France
4 months ago
Just a heads up, you need to install the Microsoft Security DevOps extension first!
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Laurel
4 months ago
I practiced creating pipelines before, but I can't remember if we had to save them to a new branch. I hope I get that part right!
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Yuki
5 months ago
I feel a bit uncertain about the specific inputs for the extension. Did we cover the exact command format in our studies?
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Richelle
5 months ago
This reminds me of a practice question where we had to set up a pipeline. I hope I can recall the exact syntax for the tasks.
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Pura
5 months ago
I think I remember how to initialize the main branch, but I'm not entirely sure if I need to check for its existence first.
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Buddy
5 months ago
Ugh, this question has a lot of steps. I'm a little worried I'll get mixed up trying to do all of that in the exam setting. Maybe I should focus on breaking it down into smaller, manageable tasks. One thing at a time, and double-check my work as I go.
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Detra
5 months ago
I think I've got this. Initialize the main branch if needed, install the extension, and then set up the starter pipeline with the right configuration. Shouldn't be too bad as long as I pay close attention to the details. Gotta make sure I get all the inputs right for that extension task.
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Rosalia
5 months ago
Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to be really careful to follow all the instructions exactly. Making sure the main branch is set up, installing the extension, and then creating the pipeline with the right tasks and inputs. I better read through it a few times to make sure I don't miss anything.
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Kerry
5 months ago
Okay, let's break this down step-by-step. First, I need to make sure the default main branch exists. Then I'll install the Microsoft Security DevOps extension in the User 1-42147509 organization. After that, I'll create a new starter pipeline named starter1 using the provided starter code.
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Antonio
1 year ago
Haha, 'starter1' as the name for the new pipeline? Sounds like someone's got a good sense of humor. I like it!
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Vallie
1 year ago
Hmm, saving the pipeline to a new branch named 'starter' is a nice touch. Keeps things organized, you know?
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Mabel
1 year ago
User 4: Absolutely, it's a good practice to follow.
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Helene
1 year ago
User 3: Plus, it helps with tracking changes and updates.
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Elouise
1 year ago
User 2: Definitely, it makes it easier to manage everything.
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Junita
1 year ago
User 1: I agree, keeping things organized is key.
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Ashton
1 year ago
Yes, that's correct. After installing the extension, we can create the starter pipeline with the specified code.
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Kanisha
1 year ago
Wait, what's this 'Microsoft Security DevOps extension' thing? I haven't heard of that before. Hopefully, it's not too complicated to install.
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Vi
1 year ago
I think I need to install the Microsoft Security DevOps extension first.
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Lettie
1 year ago
Looks good! The instructions are clear, and the starter code seems straightforward. I think I can handle this task.
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Dyan
1 year ago
User 4: And include the task that executes the extension with the specified inputs.
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Edna
1 year ago
User 3: Don't forget to create the new starter pipeline named starter1 with the provided code.
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Peggy
1 year ago
User 2: After that, make sure to install the Microsoft Security DevOps extension.
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Kathrine
1 year ago
User 3: Don't forget to include the task that executes the extension with the specified inputs.
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Cortney
1 year ago
User 2: Make sure to create a new starter pipeline named starter1 with the provided starter code.
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Carissa
1 year ago
I'm going to install the Microsoft Security DevOps extension first.
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Lizbeth
1 year ago
I'm going to initialize the default main branch first.
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