How to Update the web.config in Azure Release with PowerShell

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Understanding the Problem

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Step-by-Step Solution

1. Set the Source Folder

First, make sure to set the correct path to the directory containing your zip file. Modify your PowerShell script to include a $Sourcefolder variable like below:

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2. Locate the Zip File

Next, you will need to locate the zip file that contains your project. Change your file retrieval command to use the $Sourcefolder variable:

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3. Open the Zip File Correctly

Instead of using the Open method, switch to the OpenRead method to avoid the “empty path name” error. Update this line of your PowerShell script:

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5. Save Changes and Dispose

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Conclusion

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