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Dec 26, 2024

Critical: .NET Install links are changing

The .NET installers and archives distribution method is currently changing unexpectedly. This change may impact your development, CI, and production infrastructure. It is crucial to validate if you are affected and monitor for any downtime or disruptions.
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Dec 31, 2024

Dock the Code Search window in Visual Studio 2022

Ever felt frustrated with the search window cluttering your workspace? The latest feature in Visual Studio 2022 gives you more control over the behavior of the Code and Feature Search window, making your search experience smoother and more efficient. Some users have shared that the...
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Nov 18, 2024
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PowerShell 7.5 RC-1 is now available

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Microsoft's Agentic Frameworks: AutoGen and Semantic Kernel

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Friederike Niedtner
Microsoft’s agentic AI frameworks, Semantic Kernel and AutoGen are deeply collaborating to provide the best-in-class agentic developer experience. With Semantic Kernel’s enterprise ready AI capabilities, customers can already use and get support for building agent applications and,...
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Nov 18, 2024
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Git tooling updates in Visual Studio 17.12

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Jessie Houghton
We are thrilled to announce the latest updates to Git tooling in Visual Studio, designed to enhance your development experience and streamline your workflow. These new features are in direct response to user feedback, ensuring that you have the tools you need to be more productive and...
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Nov 18, 2024
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The operations for reading and writing single elements for C++ standard library maps

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Raymond Chen
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Nov 15, 2024
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Allow users to talk and listen to your chatbot using Semantic Kernel Python

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Tao Chen
Until now, Semantic Kernel Python only allowed for the development of text-based AI applications. However, this is no longer the case, as we have expanded its capabilities to include audio as one of the supported modalities. In this article, I will provide a detailed, step-by-step guide...
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Nov 15, 2024
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Microsoft’s Agentic AI Frameworks: AutoGen and Semantic Kernel

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Shawn Henry
Microsoft’s agentic AI frameworks, Semantic Kernel and AutoGen are deeply collaborating to provide the best-in-class agentic developer experience. With Semantic Kernel’s enterprise ready AI capabilities, customers can already use and get support for building agent applications and,...
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Working with Audio in Semantic Kernel Python

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Tao Chen
We are pleased to announce the arrival of audio support in Semantic Kernel Python. This new audio functionality will enable you to create more interactive and accessible user experiences. In this blog post, I will detail the new interface, the existing connectors, and provide samples....
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Nov 15, 2024
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Join Us at Microsoft Ignite: Unlock GitHub Copilot’s New Potential in Visual Studio

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Amy Nguyen
Get ready for an exciting Microsoft Ignite breakout session where we’re unveiling the latest advancements in GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio! Join Dalia Abo Sheasha, Jessie Houghton, and Scott Hanselman as they dive into how GitHub Copilot is evolving to help developers work...
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Nov 15, 2024
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How do I put a non-copyable, non-movable, non-constructible object into a std::optional?

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