configuration as code

Configuration as code is a practice that applies software development principles to infrastructure and cloud settings, enabling automated testing and continuous validation. On WindowsForum.com, discussions highlight tools like Maester that treat Microsoft 365 and Entra ID configurations as code, allowing administrators to test security policies and detect configuration drift before incidents occur. This approach helps organizations maintain a consistent, documented security posture by catching unintended changes early. The tag covers topics such as automated testing, cloud configuration drift, and treating infrastructure as code for Microsoft environments.