Deploying a multi-node Couchbase Server cluster on public cloud platforms can be complex, but the Azure Resource Manager (ARM) simplifies this process on the Azure cloud with a powerful template. Traditionally, setting up such a cluster involved multiple operations using REST calls or client tools, such as Azure PowerShell or the Cross-Platform CLI, to provision resources like VMs and storage accounts. However, ARM allows for a more streamlined, declarative approach to provisioning resources, initially limited to certain services but now expanded to include Compute, Networking, and Storage resources. Full Scale 180 collaborated with Microsoft to create templates for deploying realistic solutions, including a Couchbase cluster template, which can be accessed on GitHub. These templates enable users to deploy clusters while following best practices for both Azure and Couchbase. More information and tips on ARM templating are available on Full Scale 180's blog.