How to run a batch file without connecting to virtual machine?

Question

Hi All,

I have a batch file within azure windows virtual machine. When I'm connected to the VM using RDP I can use a task scheduler to run the batch file.
(For context, the .bat file runs various python and R files)

I want this batch file to run without user intervention. Let's say I'm not connected to the VM nor I am using my local system. Is there a way I can schedule this .bat file to run inside VM?
Also, after the batch file runs all the latest files are sync'd to Dropbox

This is how the .bat script looks like:

"%python%" "C:\Downloads\Test1.py" %*
"%R%" CMD BATCH --slave "C:\Downloads\Test1.R" NUL

"%python%" "C:\Downloads\Test2.py" %*
"%R%" CMD BATCH --slave "C:\Downloads\Test2.R" NUL

pause

Most of the scripts require internet access to get data using API automations

Answer 1

you don't give the O/S of the vm. for windows you can use the task scheduler:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/win32/taskschd/task-scheduler-start-page

note: if you installed desktop experience you can use the task scheduler app otherwise use command line schtasks.

Answer 2

Hi @NP Data,

If all your .bat file contains is a lines of python code and R files, have you considered using an App Service Web Job instead? You can create an app service, select your SKU size (I would start with S1) and then upload bat file to web job and configured as a scheduled triggered job.

Answer 3

Hi @NP Data ,

to run a script inside an Azure VM you can use the Run command in Azure Portal: Azure Portal - Run command

Or use Azure CLI: Azure CLI - Run command

Or use PowerShell: PowerShell - Run command

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Regards

Andreas Baumgarten