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Apr 3, 2025

Using OpenAI's Audio-Preview Model with Semantic Kernel

OpenAI's gpt-4o-audio-preview is a powerful multimodal model that enables audio input and output capabilities, allowing developers to create more natural and accessible AI interactions. This model supports both speech-to-text and text-to-speech functionalities in a single API call...
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Apr 3, 2025

Hola, Spain Central! Microsoft Dev Box Expands in Europe

You asked, we built it. We’re thrilled to announce that Spain Central is now a supported region for Microsoft Dev Box! 🎉 That’s right — starting today, you can spin up Dev Boxes in Spain Central and get all the benefits of fast, secure, ready-to-code workstations, now...
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Apr 5, 2025
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Removal of deprecated DISCO & WSDL aspx pages from SharePoint Online

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We are removing DSICO and WSDL pages from the SharePoint Online by mid September 2025.
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Apr 4, 2025
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Build AI agents with Python in #AgentsHack

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Pamela Fox
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!
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Apr 4, 2025
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Python in Visual Studio Code - April 2025 Release

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Courtney Webster
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!
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Apr 4, 2025
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Semantic Kernel Agents are now Generally Available

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Shawn Henry
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...
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Apr 4, 2025
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Azure AI Foundry Extension for Visual Studio Code is Available in Preview

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Leo Yao
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.
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Apr 4, 2025
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Introducing AI Red Teaming Agent: Accelerate Your Trustworthy AI Journey with Azure AI Foundry

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Minsoo Thigpen
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.
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Apr 4, 2025
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Unlocking the Power of Agentic Applications: New Evaluation Metrics for Quality and Safety

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Chang Liu
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.
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Apr 4, 2025
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Boards Integration with GitHub Enterprise Cloud and Data Residency (Public Preview)

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Dan Hellem
Back in January, we launched a private preview of our Boards integration with GitHub Enterprise Cloud with data residency. If you're unfamiliar with GitHub's data residency option and what it means for your organization, you can learn more in the original announcement. Since the private...
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Apr 4, 2025
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Adding delays to our task sequencer, part 3

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Raymond Chen
Waiting more cheaply.
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