teamsapp.yml<\/code> with CodeLens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nAdditionally, there are many other enhancements and bug fixes. Let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n
AI chat bot app template<\/h2>\n
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We’re thrilled to introduce the new AI chat bot app template, designed to kickstart your journey building sophisticated chat bots with AI capabilities using the Teams AI Library. This template empowers you to create GPT-like chat bots that can engage and interact intelligently with users.<\/p>\n
Teams AI Library is a Teams-centric interface to GPT-based common language models and user intent engines. It provides a simple capabilities-driven approach and helps you to create intelligent apps quickly and easily. The library helps you with:<\/p>\n
\n- Simple Teams-centric component scaffolding<\/li>\n
- Natural language modeling<\/li>\n
- Prompt engineering<\/li>\n
- Predictive engine for mapping intents to actions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Check out Teams AI Library repository<\/a> or read more on the official documentation site<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"Here](\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/microsoft365dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/73\/2023\/08\/word-image-15009-2.gif\")
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One Productivity Hub sample using Graph Toolkit with SPFx<\/h2>\n
Our new sample, One Productivity Hub using Graph Toolkit with SPFx, showcases how to craft a tab that seamlessly displays your calendar events, to-do tasks, and files. By utilizing Microsoft Graph Toolkit components and SharePoint provider, you’ll be able to enhance user productivity and convenience.<\/p>\n
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Enhanced teamsapp.yml<\/code> with CodeLens<\/h2>\nEditing the teamsapp.yml<\/code> file in Teams Toolkit for Visual Studio Code has become more efficient with the added CodeLens feature. Now, running life-cycle commands after editing the file is as simple as a click, streamlining your development workflow. ![\"Screenshot](\"https:\/\/devblogs.microsoft.com\/microsoft365dev\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/73\/2023\/08\/word-image-15009-4.png\")
<\/p>\nEnhancements<\/h2>\n\n- Our
Collect Form Input and Process Data<\/code> template has been refined to eliminate redundant code, making creating interactive and efficient forms easier than ever.<\/li>\n- The
Custom Search Result<\/code> template now employs Adaptive Cards for rendering search results, enhancing your app’s visual appeal and utility.<\/li>\n- Encountering system errors is never ideal, but now, Teams Toolkit makes troubleshooting easier. When errors arise, you’ll find a link that directs you to similar issues, helping you swiftly find solutions.<\/li>\n
- Importing xml-based Outlook add-in projects has become more user-friendly with the addition of a progress bar, giving you clearer visibility during the import process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Teams Toolkit CLI and TeamsFx SDK Updates<\/h2>\n
Also, we made noteworthy changes to our CLI and SDK to enhance your development experience.<\/p>\n
Teams Toolkit CLI (@microsoft\/teamsfx-cli<\/code>)<\/h3>\nWe’re pleased to introduce the version v2.0.2@beta<\/code> of our CLI. The teamsfx new<\/code> command now starts by allowing you to choose from various app templates. Simply use teamsfx new template <sample-app-name><\/code> to swiftly create a project from sample apps.<\/p>\nTeamsFx SDK (@microsoft\/teamsfx<\/code>)<\/h3>\nOur TeamsFx SDK has advanced to v2.2.3@beta<\/code>. As part of this update, we’ve deprecated the TeamsFx<\/code> class, introduced replacements for APIs like handleMessageExtensionQueryWithToken<\/code>, and made improvements in authentication with TokenCredentialAuthentication<\/code>.<\/p>\nHere is the list of changes in this version of TeamsFx SDK:<\/p>\n
\n- Deprecated
TeamsFx<\/code> class as it’s no longer being used to construct credentials anymore.<\/li>\n- Deprecated
handleMessageExtensionQueryWithToken<\/code> API as it has been replaced by handleMessageExtensionQueryWithSSO<\/code>.<\/li>\n- Deprecated
AuthenticationConfiguration<\/code> interface as it has been replaced by OnBehalfOfCredentialAuthConfig<\/code> type.<\/li>\n- Deprecated
MsGraphAuthProvider<\/code> class as TokenCredentialAuthentication<\/code> has been natively supported in Microsoft Graph Client Library since version 3.0.0<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nBug fixes<\/h2>\n
We’ve been diligent in addressing issues to ensure a seamless experience for you:<\/p>\n
\n- Fixed a problem with input arguments being ignored in
teamsfx validate<\/code> command when setting --interactive false<\/code>.<\/li>\n- Restored the appearance of the Get Started with Teams Toolkit for new users after installation.<\/li>\n
- Resolved a missing option issue in
teamsfx new template <sample-name><\/code> command for Teams Chef Bot.<\/li>\n- Ensured the
Teams: Upgrade Teams Manifest<\/code> command updates the manifest to the expected version.<\/li>\n- Rectified a severity vulnerability reported when using Teams Toolkit CLI.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
We \ud83d\udc96 your feedback<\/p>\n
Thank you for all your feedback that has helped make this release possible. Build with us on GitHub<\/a>, share feedback as an issue<\/a>, or email our team directly at ttkfeedback@microsoft.com<\/a>.<\/p>\nWe are excited for you to try Teams Toolkit for Visual Studio Code Prelease<\/a>. Please share your experience with us.<\/p>\nMore resources:<\/p>\n
\n- Visit our Microsoft 365 Dev Center.<\/a><\/li>\n
- Follow us on Microsoft 365 Developer (@Microsoft365Dev) \/ Twitter<\/a> for the latest news and announcements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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