Getting Started with Azure VMs for Side Projects
John Kamau5/15/2026cloud
## Why Azure VMs?
Cloud VMs are perfect for hosting side projects...
## Setting Up
1. Choose your VM size (B1s is great for small projects)
2. Pick Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
3. Set up SSH keys
4. Install your stack
## Cost Tips
- Use reserved instances for 40% savings
- Auto-shutdown schedules
- Monitor with Azure alerts
Cloud VMs are perfect for hosting side projects...
## Setting Up
1. Choose your VM size (B1s is great for small projects)
2. Pick Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
3. Set up SSH keys
4. Install your stack
## Cost Tips
- Use reserved instances for 40% savings
- Auto-shutdown schedules
- Monitor with Azure alerts