Yes, Azure Logic Apps can be version-controlled using different approaches, ensuring that changes are tracked, managed, and deployed efficiently. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Use Azure Logic Apps Versioning (Built-in)
Azure Logic Apps automatically saves previous versions whenever a change is made.
How to Access Version History :
- In the Azure Portal, go to your Logic App.
- Click on Versions in the left panel.
- You can view, restore, or promote previous versions.
Pros :
- Simple and built-in.
- Can restore previous versions easily.
Cons :
- Limited to Azure Portal, lacks full Git-style branching and merging.
2. Store Logic Apps in Source Control (GitHub, Azure DevOps)
You can export Logic Apps as JSON-based ARM templates or Logic App Standard (Code View) and commit them to a Git repository.
Steps for Version Control in Git :
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Download Logic App Code
- In Azure Portal, navigate to the Logic App and switch to "Code View".
- Copy the workflow definition (JSON) or export it as an ARM template.
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Commit to GitHub / Azure DevOps
- Store the JSON file in a Git repository.
- Use Git features like branches, pull requests, and history tracking.
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Automate CI/CD (Optional)
- Use Azure DevOps Pipelines or GitHub Actions to deploy Logic Apps.
- Automate deployment using ARM templates or bicep.
Pros :
- Full Git version control.
- Enables collaboration, branching, and automated deployments.
Cons :
- Requires additional setup and automation.
3. Use Logic Apps Standard (Code-based Approach)
For Logic Apps (Standard) (instead of the default Consumption plan), you can store the workflow as code in a repository.
Key Features :
- Logic Apps Standard allows local development using Visual Studio Code.
- Workflows are stored as YAML/JSON files, making them easy to version control.
- Supports DevOps practices like pull requests, code reviews, and CI/CD.
Best for :
- Advanced DevOps users who need strong versioning and CI/CD workflows.
Which Approach to Choose?
| Scenario |
Recommended Approach |
| Simple versioning in Azure Portal |
Built-in Version History |
| Need Git-based version control |
Store Logic App JSON in GitHub/Azure DevOps |
| Need full code-based control & DevOps |
Logic Apps Standard with Visual Studio Code |
