cost-optimization
Cost Optimization Skill
Analyze Azure costs and identify optimization opportunities across compute, storage, networking, and data services. Provide actionable recommendations with savings estimates.
When to Use
- Review architecture costs and identify waste
- Optimize existing Azure deployments
- Right-size over-provisioned resources
- Implement reserved instances and savings plans
- Set up cost monitoring and alerts
- Reduce monthly Azure bills
Cost Optimization Categories
1. Right-Sizing
Adjust resource SKUs to match actual usage patterns.
Target Resources:
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