The first thing we need to do is create a Function App. This is the container where your functions live. Creating a Function App is pretty much the same as creating an App Service, with a few minor changes. Follow these steps to create the Function App:
- Go to Create a resource and find Function App.
- In the blade that opens, type in an app name that's unique across all of Azure.
- Select a subscription.
- Select or create a resource group.
- Select your preferred OS (Windows or Linux).
- Choose your hosting plan. As we mentioned previously, you can use a regular hosting plan, but a consumption plan (the default) is recommended.
- Pick a location (pick whatever is close to you).
- Select your runtime stack (.NET, Java, or JavaScript ...