VCS
Azure Repos
A source-control service in Azure DevOps for hosting Git repositories and coordinating code review.
Problem it solves
Why it exists.
It centralizes source control and review for teams working in the Azure DevOps ecosystem.
Optimized for
Where it shines.
Enterprise teams using Azure Boards, Pipelines, and Microsoft identity.
Use with care
Where not to use it.
Do not choose it without considering repository portability and the rest of the delivery workflow.
Components
What it is made of.
- Git repositories
- Pull requests
- Branch policies
- Permissions
- Code search
Process
How it works.
- A branch contains a change
- A pull request starts review
- Policies and checks validate it
- The change is merged into the target branch