azure-identity-rust
Azure Identity SDK for Rust authentication. Use for DeveloperToolsCredential, ManagedIdentityCredential, ClientSecretCredential, and token-based authentication. Triggers: "azure-identity", "DeveloperToolsCredential", "authentication rust", "managed identity rust", "credential rust".
Best use case
azure-identity-rust is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt. It is especially useful for teams working in multi. Azure Identity SDK for Rust authentication. Use for DeveloperToolsCredential, ManagedIdentityCredential, ClientSecretCredential, and token-based authentication. Triggers: "azure-identity", "DeveloperToolsCredential", "authentication rust", "managed identity rust", "credential rust".
Azure Identity SDK for Rust authentication. Use for DeveloperToolsCredential, ManagedIdentityCredential, ClientSecretCredential, and token-based authentication. Triggers: "azure-identity", "DeveloperToolsCredential", "authentication rust", "managed identity rust", "credential rust".
Users should expect a more consistent workflow output, faster repeated execution, and less time spent rewriting prompts from scratch.
Practical example
Example input
Use the "azure-identity-rust" skill to help with this workflow task. Context: Azure Identity SDK for Rust authentication. Use for DeveloperToolsCredential, ManagedIdentityCredential, ClientSecretCredential, and token-based authentication. Triggers: "azure-identity", "DeveloperToolsCredential", "authentication rust", "managed identity rust", "credential rust".
Example output
A structured workflow result with clearer steps, more consistent formatting, and an output that is easier to reuse in the next run.
When to use this skill
- Use this skill when you want a reusable workflow rather than writing the same prompt again and again.
When not to use this skill
- Do not use this when you only need a one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- Do not use it if you cannot install or maintain the related files, repository context, or supporting tools.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/azure-identity-rust/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How azure-identity-rust Compares
| Feature / Agent | azure-identity-rust | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Azure Identity SDK for Rust authentication. Use for DeveloperToolsCredential, ManagedIdentityCredential, ClientSecretCredential, and token-based authentication. Triggers: "azure-identity", "DeveloperToolsCredential", "authentication rust", "managed identity rust", "credential rust".
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Azure Identity SDK for Rust
Authentication library for Azure SDK clients using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD).
## Installation
```sh
cargo add azure_identity
```
## Environment Variables
```bash
# Service Principal (for production/CI)
AZURE_TENANT_ID=<your-tenant-id>
AZURE_CLIENT_ID=<your-client-id>
AZURE_CLIENT_SECRET=<your-client-secret>
# User-assigned Managed Identity (optional)
AZURE_CLIENT_ID=<managed-identity-client-id>
```
## DeveloperToolsCredential
The recommended credential for local development. Tries developer tools in order (Azure CLI, Azure Developer CLI):
```rust
use azure_identity::DeveloperToolsCredential;
use azure_security_keyvault_secrets::SecretClient;
let credential = DeveloperToolsCredential::new(None)?;
let client = SecretClient::new(
"https://my-vault.vault.azure.net/",
credential.clone(),
None,
)?;
```
### Credential Chain Order
| Order | Credential | Environment |
|-------|-----------|-------------|
| 1 | AzureCliCredential | `az login` |
| 2 | AzureDeveloperCliCredential | `azd auth login` |
## Credential Types
| Credential | Usage |
|------------|-------|
| `DeveloperToolsCredential` | Local development - tries CLI tools |
| `ManagedIdentityCredential` | Azure VMs, App Service, Functions, AKS |
| `WorkloadIdentityCredential` | Kubernetes workload identity |
| `ClientSecretCredential` | Service principal with secret |
| `ClientCertificateCredential` | Service principal with certificate |
| `AzureCliCredential` | Direct Azure CLI auth |
| `AzureDeveloperCliCredential` | Direct azd CLI auth |
| `AzurePipelinesCredential` | Azure Pipelines service connection |
| `ClientAssertionCredential` | Custom assertions (federated identity) |
## ManagedIdentityCredential
For Azure-hosted resources:
```rust
use azure_identity::ManagedIdentityCredential;
// System-assigned managed identity
let credential = ManagedIdentityCredential::new(None)?;
// User-assigned managed identity
let options = ManagedIdentityCredentialOptions {
client_id: Some("<user-assigned-mi-client-id>".into()),
..Default::default()
};
let credential = ManagedIdentityCredential::new(Some(options))?;
```
## ClientSecretCredential
For service principal with secret:
```rust
use azure_identity::ClientSecretCredential;
let credential = ClientSecretCredential::new(
"<tenant-id>".into(),
"<client-id>".into(),
"<client-secret>".into(),
None,
)?;
```
## Best Practices
1. **Use `DeveloperToolsCredential` for local dev** — automatically picks up Azure CLI
2. **Use `ManagedIdentityCredential` in production** — no secrets to manage
3. **Clone credentials** — credentials are `Arc`-wrapped and cheap to clone
4. **Reuse credential instances** — same credential can be used with multiple clients
5. **Use `tokio` feature** — `cargo add azure_identity --features tokio`
## Reference Links
| Resource | Link |
|----------|------|
| API Reference | https://docs.rs/azure_identity |
| Source Code | https://github.com/Azure/azure-sdk-for-rust/tree/main/sdk/identity/azure_identity |
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