Which permission level should a developer not have for the Production workspace in a Fabric deployment pipeline?

In a Fabric deployment pipeline, a developer should not have Contributor access to the Production workspace. Contributor access allows individuals to create, modify, and delete content within the workspace, which can lead to unintended changes or disruptions in a production environment.

In a production setting, stability and integrity are crucial. Typically, only a select few individuals, such as admins or qualified personnel, should possess the permissions required to make alterations. Conversely, Viewer access enables observation of the workspace without the ability to modify it, making it safer for lower-level personnel to review the work without risk. Admin access allows comprehensive control, suited for those responsible for managing the entire environment, including making necessary updates. Build permission, while significant, pertains specifically to the ability to initiate and manage deployments and is typically mediated by those who have a clear understanding of the production pipeline dynamics.

As such, limiting Contributor access helps maintain the necessary level of security and operational efficiency in the Production workspace, ensuring that any updates or changes are carefully managed and executed.