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Automating Secure and Scalable AI Deployments on Azure with HashiCorp
While the promise of AI continues to generate momentum, many organizations face a familiar challenge: getting AI projects beyond the prototype phase. According to Gartner, only 30% of AI initiatives make it into production, and RAND reports that up to 80% fail to deliver expected...
Read moreIntroducing the Awesome GitHub Copilot Customizations repo
Today we're excited to announce the launch of the Awesome GitHub Copilot Customizations repo!
The Awesome Copilot repo is a community-driven resource with custom instructions, reusable prompts, and custom chat modes that helps you get consistent AI assistance.
In other words,...
Read moreJoin us for MCP Dev Days - July 29-30
Get ready for two days of deep technical insight, community connection, and hands-on learning at MCP Dev Days, a virtual event dedicated to the Model Context Protocol (MCP) — the emerging standard that bridges AI models and the tools they rely on.
You can watch MCP Dev Days by...
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Apr 7, 2025
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Enhancing Search Capabilities in SQL Server and Azure SQL with Hybrid Search and RRF Re-Ranking
In today's data-driven world, delivering precise and contextually relevant search results is critical. SQL Server and Azure SQL Database now enable this through Hybrid Search—a technique that combines traditional full-text search with modern vector similarity search. This allows...
Azure SQL Devs’ Corner
Apr 7, 2025
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On priority inversion in the use of a spinlock to ensure atomic access to a shared_ptr
Priority inversion may be rare, but correctness doesn't care about rarity.
The Old New Thing
Apr 5, 2025
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Removal of deprecated DISCO & WSDL aspx pages from SharePoint Online
We are removing DSICO and WSDL pages from the SharePoint Online by mid September 2025.
Microsoft 365 Developer Blog
Apr 4, 2025
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Build AI agents with Python in #AgentsHack
Microsoft is holding an AI Agents Hackathon, and we want to see what you can build with Python! We'll have 20+ live streams showing you how to build AI agents with Python using popular agent frameworks and Microsoft technologies. Then, you can submit your project for a chance to win prizes, including a Best in Python prize!
Microsoft for Python Developers Blog
Apr 4, 2025
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Python in Visual Studio Code - April 2025 Release
The April 2025 release of the Python and Jupyter extensions for Visual Studio Code is now available. This update introduces enhancements to the Copilot experience in Notebooks, improved support for editable installs, faster and more reliable diagnostics, and the addition of custom Node.js arguments with Pylance, and more!
Microsoft for Python Developers Blog
Apr 4, 2025
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Semantic Kernel Agents are now Generally Available
The time is finally here, Semantic Kernel’s Agent framework is now Generally Available! Available today as part of Semantic Kernel 1.45 (.NET) and 1.27 (Python), the Semantic Kernel Agent framework makes it easier for agents to coordinate and dramatically reduces the code developers...
Semantic Kernel
Apr 4, 2025
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Azure AI Foundry Extension for Visual Studio Code is Available in Preview
Learn how to use Azure AI Foundry capabilities directly in VS Code with the Azure AI Foundry extension for Visual Studio Code, now available in public preview. Deploy Large Language Models, develop AI applications, and configure agents seamlessly within your favorite VS Code setup.
Azure AI Foundry Blog
Apr 4, 2025
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Introducing AI Red Teaming Agent: Accelerate your AI safety and security journey with Azure AI Foundry
AI Red Teaming Agent, integrated into Azure AI Foundry, enhances the safety and security of generative AI systems by providing automated scans, evaluating probing success, and generating detailed scorecards to guide risk management strategies.
Azure AI Foundry Blog
Apr 4, 2025
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Unlocking the Power of Agentic Applications New Evaluation Metrics for Quality and Safety
New evaluation metrics in Azure AI Foundry help developers assess the quality and safety of agentic applications. These metrics enhance AI red teaming capabilities, enabling automated risk and safety evaluations through streamlined campaigns and regular assessments.
Azure AI Foundry Blog