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Announcing the stable release of the Azure Cosmos DB client library for Go
We're excited to announce the stable release of the Azure Cosmos DB client library for Go, a native Go library that enables you to interact with Azure Cosmos DB for NoSQL accounts from your Go applications. The Azure Cosmos DB client library for Go provides an idiomatic API for you to perform operations on databases, containers, and items. Learn how to use the Azure Cosmos DB client library for Go to build fast and scalable applications with Azure Cosmos DB. This release brings critical Azure Cosmos DB features for multi-region support and high availability to Go, such as the ability to set preferred regions a...
Announcing General Availability of Azure Cosmos DB Integration with Vercel
We're thrilled to announce the general availability of the Vercel and Azure Cosmos DB integration! This powerful combination empowers developers to easily build dynamic, scalable applications by leveraging the strengths of both platforms. Key Features of the Integration With the Vercel and Azure Cosmos DB integration, seamless data management and application deployment are now at your fingertips. The integration facilitates: For those with existing Azure Cosmos DB accounts, integration with Vercel is simple. The following steps outline the configuration pro...
Join us at Build 2024: Get the latest on Azure Cosmos DB in Seattle or online!
Are you ready to dive into the future of AI and data innovation? Microsoft Build 2024 is just around the corner, taking place May 21–23 in Seattle and online. Azure Cosmos DB has lots in store at Build this year and you won't want to miss it! We invite you to join us for several exciting breakout sessions, interactive demos, and hands-on labs designed to elevate your skills and unleash AI innovation. Why attend? At Microsoft Build 2024, you'll have the opportunity to: Must-see sessions Breakouts BRK167: Power the Next Generation of AI Apps with Databases at Scale Anywhere ...
Announcing Data API builder General Availability for Azure Cosmos DB
About Data API builder for Azure Databases Exciting news! The Data API Builder for Azure Cosmos DB is now officially available! Say goodbye to developer headaches when accessing databases for client applications. Requiring no code, the Data API Builder provides secure, feature-rich GraphQL endpoints on Azure Cosmos DB. It's developer-friendly, open-source, and free, even for on-prem databases. Access databases effortlessly and focus on building amazing applications! Whether you're building a data clearinghouse, crafting a mobile app, or tinkering with an Azure database, Data API builder has your back. It s...
Azure Cosmos DB Conf 2024: Accelerating Innovation in AI and Data
The fourth annual Azure Cosmos DB Conf, held on April 16, 2024, was an exciting event for developers, product managers and C-Suite executives focused on the cutting-edge of cloud data management and AI-driven applications. Featuring a comprehensive lineup of talks and discussions, the conference provided first-hand insights into leveraging Azure Cosmos DB for building the next generation of AI applications. Having a great guide to navigate the show is always helpful, but in our case we had two!. The event hosts, Estefani Arroyo and Tara Bhatia, kept the audience engaged, enriching the conference with r...
Configure customer-managed keys for your existing Azure Cosmos DB accounts!
Encryption options for data at rest on Azure Cosmos DB that is available today. Azure Cosmos DB strives to provide the best-in-class security features. Encryption of data at rest is one such important security feature. Encryption of data at rest using Microsoft's service-managed keys is enabled by default. In addition to this default encryption, Azure Cosmos DB allows customers to add a second layer of encryption using customer-managed keys or CMK. Currently, this feature is available only during new account creation. New announcement! We are excited to announce General Availability (GA) for enabling Cust...
Azure Cosmos DB Keyboard Shortcuts: Streamline Your Workflow in Data Explorer
Working with databases just got a whole lot easier in Azure Cosmos DB Data Explorer, thanks to some nifty new keyboard shortcuts. Now you can speed through your database tasks and manage your data with keyboard clicks. This update is about making your workflow smoother and faster. We heard your feedback and now with a few key presses, you can run queries, add new containers, edit items, and do so much more. It’s all designed to help you get more done in less time. And if you’ve ever hit F5 mistakenly and watched your work disappear, you’ll be happy to know it’s no longer a problem. These shortcuts are smart...
Sign up for the Microsoft Developers AI Learning Hackathon and Compete for $10,000 in Prizes!
Are you ready to learn about building your very own AI apps in Azure? Participate in the Microsoft Developers AI Learning Hackathon and discover how to build your own custom AI copilot using Azure Cosmos DB for MongoDB and the Azure OpenAI API. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this event is perfect for anyone eager to dive into AI app development. Why Participate? Who Can Join? This hackathon is open to anyone above the legal age of majority in their country of residence. Please note that specific countries and territories are excluded. Check the full rules for-el...
Azure Cosmos DB design patterns – Part 9: Schema versioning
Welcome to Part 9 of our Azure Cosmos DB Design Patterns series, focusing on Schema Versioning. This edition is particularly useful for those new to NoSQL databases or looking to understand Azure Cosmos DB's unique capabilities. Here, we will explore how schema versioning can help manage and evolve your database schema efficiently, drawing on real-world applications and specific patterns. By the end of this post, you'll have a clear roadmap for implementing schema versioning in your projects, ensuring your database keeps pace with application development without downtime or data corruption. We have expande...