{"id":8958,"date":"2024-11-20T07:00:33","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T15:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/cosmosdb\/?p=8958"},"modified":"2024-11-20T07:28:27","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T15:28:27","slug":"introducing-the-new-linux-based-azure-cosmos-db-emulator-preview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/cosmosdb\/introducing-the-new-linux-based-azure-cosmos-db-emulator-preview\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing the new Linux-based Azure Cosmos DB Emulator (Preview)"},"content":{"rendered":"

We are excited to announce the preview release of the new Linux-based Azure Cosmos DB Emulator<\/a>! This latest version is built to provide faster startup times and broader platform compatibility, addressing one of the most requested features in the Azure Cosmos DB User Voice community. The emulator can now seamlessly run on Apple silicon and Microsoft ARM chips without any workarounds or virtual machines necessary.<\/p>\n

A Seamless Experience for ARM and Apple Silicon Users<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

For a long time, developers using Apple\u2019s M1\/M2 series or Microsoft ARM-based devices <\/span><\/span>encountered <\/span><\/span><\/span>significant challenges when <\/span><\/span>trying<\/span><\/span><\/span> to run the Azure Cosmos DB Emulator. The typical workaround<\/span>s<\/span> <\/span>added layers of setup and<\/span><\/span> caused<\/span><\/span><\/span> performance overhead. <\/span><\/span>Now<\/span><\/span><\/span>, with<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0the new Linux-based emulator, you can now enjoy native performance, reduced startup time, and simplified installation, making development faster and more efficient.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Why This Update Matters<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

This update<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0to the<\/span><\/span><\/span> emulator marks a <\/span><\/span>major improvement<\/span><\/span><\/span> for the Azure Cosmos DB development experience<\/span><\/span>, <\/span><\/span><\/span>directly address<\/span><\/span>ing<\/span><\/span><\/span> the <\/span><\/span>top-requested<\/span><\/span><\/span> feedback on the <\/span><\/span>Azure <\/span><\/span><\/span>Cosmos DB<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span> Feedback<\/span><\/span><\/span> forum<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>, ensuring that developers can work in more flexible environments. <\/span><\/span>With this update, developers can now work in more flexible environments. For those who\u2019ve been waiting for Mac compatibility, this is the solution they needed!<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Quick and Easy Setup<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Setting up the new Linux-based emulator is straightforward, <\/span>leveraging <\/span>Docker<\/a> for simplified deployment. Follow these simple commands to get <\/span><\/span>started:<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Download the Docker <\/span>image:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

docker pull mcr.microsoft.com\/cosmosdb\/linux\/azure-cosmos-emulator:vnext-preview<\/code><\/pre>\n
2. Run the <\/span>container. Afterwards, use\u00a0docker ps<\/code>\u00a0to validate that the container is running.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
docker run --detach --publish 8081:8081 --publish 1234:1234 mcr.microsoft.com\/cosmosdb\/linux\/azure-cosmos-emulator:vnext-preview \r\ndocker ps<\/code><\/pre>\n
Once running, you can access the Data Explorer by navigating to http:\/\/localhost:1234<\/a>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/cosmosdb\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2024\/11\/emulator-vnext-1.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div><\/p>\n
Current Feature Support and Limitations<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
This emulator supports the most popular operations, such as creating and querying databases and collections. However, only the NoSQL API is supported in this preview, and the emulator runs exclusively in gateway mode. Some advanced querying and features like stored procedures, triggers, and UDFs are either not yet implemented or will not be supported in the future. For the full list of supported features, refer to the documentation here: <\/span><\/span>https:\/\/aka.ms\/CosmosVNextEmulator<\/span><\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Join the Community and Share Your Feedback<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
W<\/span><\/span><\/span>e are<\/span><\/span><\/span> committed to improving the development experience based on your feedback. If you <\/span>encounter<\/span> any issues or have suggestions, please visit our GitHub <\/a><\/span>repository<\/span> and create an issue tagged with <\/span>cosmosEmulatorVnextPreview<\/span><\/strong>. Your input helps shape the future of the emulator, and we encourage you to <\/span>participate<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
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About Azure Cosmos DB<\/h2>\n
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