Automating Image Creation with HashiCorp Packer for DevOps - Demo - Building Azure Machine Images with Packer

This video tutorial demonstrates how to use Packer to build images in the Azure cloud. It covers setting up the Azure environment, configuring the Packer template, validating and formatting the template, deploying the image, and running provisioners. The tutorial also explains the finalization and cleanup process, resulting in a ready-to-use image in Azure.

What is the primary purpose of using Packer in the Azure cloud environment?

Describe the process of building an Ubuntu image using Packer in Azure.

What are the best practices regarding authentication information in Packer templates?

Explain the significance of the build stanza within a Packer template.

What steps are involved in the provisioning process when creating an image with Packer?

How does Packer handle the cleanup process after creating an image?

What information is displayed in the console once the SSH connection is established during the image creation process?