6_SetupFunctionApp.md

Step 6: Setup the Function App and and Develop

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Last updated: 2026-04-07

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Creating a Function App via the Azure portal

1. Sign in to Azure Portal: Go to the Azure portal and sign in with your Azure account.

2. Create a Function App:

   • From the Azure portal menu or the Home page, select Create a resource.

   • In the New page, search for Function App.

     

3. Select Hosting Plan: Under Hosting, choose the Consumption (Serverless) plan for a pay-per-execution model, or select a different plan based on your needs.

   

4. Configure the Function App:

   • On the Basics tab, fill in the required fields:

     • Subscription: Select your Azure subscription.

     • Resource Group: Create a new resource group or select an existing one.

     • Function App name: Enter a globally unique name for your Function App.

     • Region: Choose the region closest to you or your users.

     • Runtime stack: Select the runtime stack (e.g., .NET, Node.js, Python) you want to use.

     • Version: Choose the version of the runtime stack.

       

5. Configure Storage and Networking:

   • Storage Account: Create a new storage account or use an existing one.
   • Operating System: Choose between Windows or Linux.
   • Plan Type: Select the appropriate plan type for your Function App.

6. Monitoring: Enable Application Insights to monitor your Function App, which helps in tracking performance and diagnosing issues.

7. Review and Create:

   • Review all the configurations you have made.

   • Click Create to deploy your Function App.

     How.to.create.Function.App.mp4

Create a Function

• Once the Function App is created, navigate to it in the Azure portal.
• Select Functions from the left-hand menu, then click + Add to create a new function.
• Choose a template (e.g., HTTP trigger) and configure the function settings.

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