When deploying Azure Managed Applications, CreateUiDefinition.json files are essential. They define the user interface for your solution, guiding users through configuration options in the Azure portal. But let’s be honest—writing these files manually can be time-consuming and error-prone.
That’s where Maestro Studio ENSEMBLE comes in.
What is a CreateUiDefinition File?
A CreateUiDefinition.json file describes the UI elements (like text boxes, dropdowns, and validation rules) that appear when someone deploys your Azure Managed Application. It ensures a smooth, guided experience for end users.
Traditionally, creating these files involves:
- Writing JSON by hand
- Managing complex schemas
- Testing repeatedly to catch syntax errors
This process can take days—or even weeks—if you’re building a sophisticated UI.
Why Use Maestro Studio ENSEMBLE?
ENSEMBLE changes the game by providing a visual, drag-and-drop editor for building CreateUiDefinition files. No more guessing JSON syntax or juggling schema references.
Key Benefits
✅ Visual Design – Build your UI with an intuitive interface.
✅ Full Validation – ENSEMBLE ensures your file meets Azure standards.
✅ Instant Preview – See exactly how your UI will look in the Azure portal.
✅ End-to-End Testing – Test the UI and your ARM template in real-time.
✅ Faster Delivery – What used to take weeks now takes minutes or hours.
How It Works
- Open ENSEMBLE and start a new CreateUiDefinition project.
- Drag and drop UI elements like text boxes, dropdowns, and checkboxes.
- Configure properties (labels, default values, validation rules) in a simple panel.
- Preview instantly to confirm the user experience.
- Export your JSON—ready to use in your Azure Managed Application.
Why It Matters
By simplifying CreateUiDefinition creation, ENSEMBLE helps you:
- Accelerate deployments
- Reduce errors
- Deliver a better user experience
AI is built-in!
Moka, the Azure IaC AI coding assistant is integrated into Maestro Studio ENSEMBLE:
- Describe to Moka what you want to build—watch as Moka creates your ARM templates
- Moka can build a UI for your existing ARM templates or start from scratch
- Moka AI creates valid ARM and createUiDefinition using your natural language prompts
Moka AI coding assistant comes integrated into Maestro Studio ENSEMBLE
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