GitHub Copilot Text Completion for Pull Request Descriptions to Be DeprecatedAllison announces that Copilot text completion for pull request descriptions will be deprecated on September 12, 2025, as GitHub shifts focus toward improved pull request summary features.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-16
VS Live! Recap: Visual Studio, GitHub Copilot, and Azure AI Session Highlightsstclarke reports on the highlights from VS Live! at Microsoft HQ, emphasizing sessions on Visual Studio, Azure, and GitHub Copilot, and providing on-demand resources for developers interested in AI-assisted productivity...
Microsoft News 2025-08-14
GPT-5 Integrations for Microsoft Developers: GitHub Copilot, Azure AI, and VS CodeJon Galloway, Pamela Fox, and Dan Wahlin deliver a deep dive into the integration of GPT-5 across GitHub Copilot, Azure AI, and core Microsoft developer tools, offering practical code samples...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-08-14
Announcing the NuGet MCP Server Preview: Real-Time NuGet Package Management with AI IntegrationJeff Kluge announces the preview of the NuGet MCP Server, highlighting its integration into AI-powered development workflows, advanced package management features, and support for Visual Studio, VS Code, and GitHub...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-08-14
Building a Game in 60 Seconds with GPT-5 in GitHub Copilot and MCP ServerKedasha Kerr demonstrates how developers can rapidly build applications using GPT-5 in GitHub Copilot and automate GitHub workflows via the new MCP server, revolutionizing AI-powered coding and DevOps.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-14
Q1 2025 GitHub Innovation Graph Update: Trends in Data Visualization and AI DevelopmentKevin Xu’s Q1 2025 Innovation Graph update summarizes shifts in global open source development, with a special focus on AI’s rapid growth and the emergence of data visualization as a...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-14
Microsoft Releases Dion: A New Scalable Optimizer for Training AI ModelsThis update from Microsoft Research explains Dion, a new distributed optimizer for efficient large-scale AI model training, and credits the work of the Dion team and Microsoft collaborators.
Microsoft News 2025-08-14
Generative AI for Permitting: Accelerating Clean Energy with Microsoftstclarke explores how Microsoft’s Generative AI for Permitting project uses Azure OpenAI and advanced AI tooling to revolutionize permitting for clean energy, delivering real-world results in the nuclear and renewable...
Microsoft News 2025-08-14
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Support for GitHub Copilot Now Available in JetBrains, Eclipse, and XcodeAllison announces the general availability of Model Context Protocol (MCP) support for GitHub Copilot in JetBrains, Eclipse, and Xcode, highlighting expanded integration options and contextual coding capabilities.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-14
GitHub Copilot User Management API Adds last_authenticated_at FieldAllison reports on a new enhancement to the GitHub Copilot user management API, introducing a last_authenticated_at timestamp for tracking user authentication directly through the API.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-13
Azure Developer CLI: Dev to Production with Azure DevOps PipelinesPuiChee (PC) Chan and Kristen Womack deliver an in-depth walkthrough of using Azure Developer CLI and Azure DevOps Pipelines for reliable, automated CI/CD—from development to production—while exploring how GitHub Copilot...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-08-13
GPT-5 Mini Launches in Public Preview for GitHub Copilot UsersAllison highlights the public preview of GPT-5 mini in GitHub Copilot, explaining its key benefits—faster, more cost-effective coding support and broad integration across IDEs for all Copilot users.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-13
Copilot Spaces Now Support Adding Entire RepositoriesAllison introduces a powerful update to GitHub Copilot Spaces, allowing developers to add entire repositories for enhanced exploration and context management within their AI-powered workspace.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-13
Future Skills Organisation and Microsoft Launch Nationwide AI Skills Accelerator in Australiastclarke covers the launch of the FSO Skills Accelerator-AI initiative, a strategic partnership between Future Skills Organisation and Microsoft designed to scale AI skills across Australia’s workforce and educators.
Microsoft News 2025-08-13
Connect with the Security Community at Microsoft Ignite 2025stclarke highlights Microsoft Ignite 2025, an event tailored for security professionals and leaders to explore AI-powered security innovations, network with peers, and participate in hands-on labs and certification opportunities.
Microsoft News 2025-08-13
Agent Factory: Enterprise Patterns and Best Practices for Agentic AI with Azure AI FoundryYina Arenas presents essential design patterns and best practices for building agentic AI systems with Azure AI Foundry, explaining how organizations can drive automation beyond conventional chatbots and copilots.
The Azure Blog 2025-08-13
OpenAI GPT-5 Now Available to GitHub Copilot Users in Major IDEsAllison informs developers about the release of GPT-5 for GitHub Copilot users in Visual Studio, JetBrains IDEs, Xcode, and Eclipse, highlighting model improvements and steps to gain access.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-12
How Dow Uses Microsoft Security Copilot and AI to Transform Cybersecurity Operationsstclarke explores how Mario Ferket and Dow have integrated Microsoft Security Copilot and AI into their cybersecurity operations, improving automation, threat detection, and analyst mentorship.
Microsoft News 2025-08-12
Microsoft Recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Container ManagementSean McKenna reports on Microsoft’s continued leadership in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Container Management. The post highlights innovations in Azure’s container portfolio, developer and operational tooling, AI workloads,...
The Azure Blog 2025-08-12
Why We Open Sourced Our MCP Server and What It Means for DevelopersKedasha Kerr explains how GitHub’s newly open-sourced MCP server bridges AI tools and GitHub, enabling rich, automated workflows and natural-language interactions for developers.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-12
Securing the Open Source Supply Chain: Impact of the GitHub Secure Open Source FundAuthored by Kevin Crosby, this article highlights how 71 critical open source projects—supported by the GitHub Secure Open Source Fund and partners like Microsoft—improved their security posture with tangible results...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-11
How to Use GitHub Copilot to Level Up Your Code Reviews and Pull RequestsMelissa Pastore walks through hands-on methods for using GitHub Copilot to streamline code reviews and pull requests, offering actionable workflow tips and Copilot prompt examples based on her engineering experience...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-08
AI-powered Operations: A Maturity Path for Manufacturersstclarke summarizes Microsoft’s perspective on the path toward AI-driven operational excellence in manufacturing, spotlighting advancements in grid energy and strategic partnerships.
Microsoft News 2025-08-08
GPT-5 is now generally available in GitHub ModelsAllison summarizes the launch of OpenAI’s GPT-5 models on GitHub Models, highlighting new features, model variants, and pathways for developers to leverage advanced AI in coding workflows.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-08
Asynchronous Generation of the Copilot Activity Report CSVAllison explains how the process for downloading Copilot activity reports has been upgraded to asynchronous generation, offering improved performance and user experience for admins.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-08
GitHub Copilot in VS Code July 2025 Release (v1.103)Allison highlights the major improvements and experimental features introduced in the July 2025 GitHub Copilot for VS Code (v1.103) update, focusing on enhanced chat, agent workflows, and developer productivity tools....
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-08
How Junior Developers Can Thrive with AI and GitHub CopilotGwen Davis outlines practical strategies for junior developers to succeed in the age of AI, focusing on leveraging GitHub Copilot, developing core coding skills, and thriving within open-source and DevOps...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-07
Introducing CLIO: Microsoft’s Self-Adaptive AI Reasoning System for Sciencestclarke presents Microsoft’s CLIO, an AI system enabling self-adaptive and controllable reasoning for challenging scientific problems, demonstrating sizable performance gains and enhanced transparency for researchers.
Microsoft News 2025-08-07
The Complete Playwright End-to-End Testing Story: Tools, AI Integration, and Real-World WorkflowsDebbie O’Brien offers an in-depth look at Playwright’s modern testing ecosystem, highlighting end-to-end workflows, AI-powered tools, and integrations with GitHub Copilot and Azure App Testing.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-08-07
Microsoft Announces GPT-5 Integration Across Copilot and Azure AI PlatformsSatya Nadella, Chairman and CEO at Microsoft, announces the rollout of GPT-5 across Microsoft 365 Copilot, GitHub Copilot, Azure AI Foundry, and more, bringing advanced AI capabilities to millions of...
Microsoft News 2025-08-07
OpenAI GPT-5 Public Preview Launches for GitHub Copilot UsersAllison reports on the launch of OpenAI’s GPT-5 model in public preview for GitHub Copilot users, detailing improved coding capabilities and how paid users and administrators can enable access.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-07
GPT-5 Launches in Azure AI Foundry: New Era for AI Apps, Agents, and DevelopersSteve Sweetman announces the general availability of GPT-5 in Azure AI Foundry, detailing its rollout to developers via GitHub Copilot and VS Code, enhanced reasoning, orchestration features, and robust security...
The Azure Blog 2025-08-07
Announcing Public Preview of the Phishing Triage Agent in Microsoft DefenderCristina Da Gama Henriquez announces the public preview of the Phishing Triage Agent in Microsoft Defender, highlighting its AI-powered, autonomous phishing detection capabilities for SOC teams.
Microsoft Security Blog 2025-08-07
Copilot code review: copilot-instruction.md support is now generally availableAllison announces that copilot-instructions.md support in GitHub Copilot code review is now generally available, empowering developers to customize Copilot’s review workflow directly within repositories.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-06
Copilot Coding Agent: Automatically Generate Custom InstructionsAllison details how GitHub Copilot Coding Agent can automatically generate custom instructions for your repositories, allowing developers to delegate tasks and improve pull request quality using Copilot.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-06
Microsoft Bounty Program Year in Review: $17 Million Awarded to Security Researchersstclarke presents a comprehensive year-in-review of the Microsoft Bounty Program, showcasing $17 million in rewards, the impact of security research collaborations, and updates to Microsoft’s vulnerability reward initiatives.
Microsoft News 2025-08-06
5 Copilot Chat Prompts .NET Developers Should Use NowIn this blog, Wendy Breiding presents five practical GitHub Copilot Chat prompts specifically designed to help .NET developers boost productivity, code quality, and security when working on Microsoft technologies.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-08-06
Deprecation of GPT-4o in Copilot ChatAllison announces the deprecation of the GPT-4o model in Copilot Chat, outlining the move to GPT-4.1 as the new standard and explaining the impacts for developers using Copilot.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-06
Announcing the Browser Automation Tool (Preview) in Azure AI Foundry Agent ServiceLinda Li introduces the new Browser Automation Tool (Preview) in Azure AI Foundry Agent Service, enabling developers to automate browser tasks via natural language using Playwright Workspaces in Azure.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-08-06
Introducing Azure Storage Discovery: Enterprise-Wide Insights for Azure Blob StorageAuthored by Aung Oo, this blog post announces Azure Storage Discovery, a new Azure service for managing and analyzing enterprise Blob Storage. Learn about its features, Copilot integration, and user...
The Azure Blog 2025-08-06
OpenAI’s gpt‑oss Models Now Available on Azure AI Foundry and Windows AI FoundryIn this in-depth news post, author stclarke explores how Microsoft brings OpenAI’s open-weight gpt‑oss models to Azure AI Foundry and Windows AI Foundry, vastly expanding possibilities for developers and enterprises....
Microsoft News 2025-08-06
OpenAI’s gpt-oss Models Now Available on Azure AI Foundry and Windows via Foundry LocalIn this announcement, Satya Nadella shares Microsoft’s move to bring OpenAI’s gpt-oss models to Azure AI Foundry and to Windows via Foundry Local, highlighting hybrid AI capabilities and community engagement....
Microsoft News 2025-08-06
Copilot Coding Agent: Enhanced Pull Request Review WorkflowAuthored by Allison, this news discusses updates to the GitHub Copilot coding agent, focusing on improved pull request review experiences and explicit interaction controls for repository collaborators.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-05
AI Shell Preview 6: Enhanced MCP Integration, Built-in Tools & Improved Error ResolutionAuthor Steven Bucher shares the latest on AI Shell Preview 6, highlighting richer MCP integration, built-in tools for PowerShell, and improved error resolution features. Learn how these updates foster a...
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-08-05
Project Ire: Autonomous AI Agent for Large-Scale Malware Detection and ClassificationWritten by stclarke, this post presents Project Ire, Microsoft’s new autonomous AI agent built for large-scale malware detection by reverse engineering and classifying threats. The article addresses technical foundations, system...
Microsoft News 2025-08-05
Exploring New Agent Quality and NLP Evaluators for .NET AI ApplicationsIn this post, Shyam Namboodiripad details the latest agent quality and NLP evaluators in the Microsoft.Extensions.AI.Evaluation libraries, offering a comprehensive toolkit for .NET AI application assessment.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-08-05
Azure API Management Adds MCP Support in v2 SKUs and External Server Integrationanishta reports on key Azure API Management updates, including public preview MCP support in v2 SKUs and streamlined governance for external MCP-compliant servers, helping organizations connect APIs and AI agents...
Microsoft Tech Community 2025-08-05
Anthropic Claude Opus 4.1 Now Publicly Previewed in GitHub CopilotAuthored by Allison, this post details the public preview of Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.1 in GitHub Copilot, offering improved AI capabilities for Copilot Enterprise and Pro+ users.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-05
.NET Conf 2025 Call for Content: Share Your .NET 10 ExpertiseJeffrey T. Fritz invites the global .NET developer community to propose sessions for .NET Conf 2025, a premier virtual event launching .NET 10. Share your insights and projects, whether in...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-08-05
What’s New in Copilot Studio: July 2025 Feature RoundupIn this comprehensive roundup, stclarke highlights major new capabilities added to Microsoft Copilot Studio in July 2025, focusing on AI-powered agent creation, secure data integration, and robust analytics and admin...
Microsoft News 2025-08-05
What’s New in Fabric Warehouse – July 2025: AI, Performance, and Modern Data EngineeringThis comprehensive recap from the Microsoft Fabric Blog details July 2025’s new features and enhancements for Fabric Warehouse, including AI integration, security, performance improvements, and developer tools, making it relevant...
Microsoft Fabric Blog 2025-08-05
Automate Your Project with GitHub Models in Actions: AI Integration for WorkflowsAuthored by Kevin Lewis, this article explores practical ways to automate your GitHub Actions workflows using GitHub Models. It guides readers through permissions and shows AI-powered automation for triaging issues,...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-04
UNSW Simplifies Student Life with Agentic AI: Scout Powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI and Copilot StudioAuthored by stclarke, this article explores UNSW Sydney’s integration of Scout, an AI agent developed with Microsoft Azure OpenAI and Copilot Studio, to transform student support and administrative efficiency.
Microsoft News 2025-08-04
What’s New in Azure AI Foundry: July 2025 Releases and UpdatesAuthored by Nick Brady, this post highlights the July 2025 updates to Azure AI Foundry, including Deep Research Agent, GPT-image-1 model improvements, agent tools, and platform and security features for...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-08-04
How AI Power Users in Malaysia Achieve More with Microsoft 365 CopilotWritten by stclarke, this article discusses how Malaysian professionals in various sectors use Microsoft 365 Copilot to streamline tasks, reduce digital overload, and enhance productivity through AI-powered solutions.
Microsoft News 2025-08-01
Update: GitHub Copilot Consumptive Billing for Enterprise Cloud with Data ResidencyAuthored by Allison, this update details new GitHub Copilot consumptive billing practices for Enterprise Cloud customers with data residency, outlining monthly premium request allowances and overage charges.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-01
Copilot Chat Unlocks Powerful Repository Management Skills in GitHubIn this news update by Allison, discover how Copilot Chat on GitHub.com dramatically enhances repository management by enabling direct file and branch operations as well as pull request handling—all within...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-31
Discover the Potential of Agentic AI in Higher EducationWritten by stclarke, this article investigates Microsoft’s approach to agentic AI in higher education, assessing its impact and the advancements it could bring to academic environments.
Microsoft News 2025-07-31
Join us at Azure Dev Summit 2025: Explore AI, .NET, and Cloud Innovation in LisbonWritten by Mike Hulme, this article announces Azure Dev Summit 2025—a major Microsoft event for developers focused on AI, Azure, DevOps, .NET, and innovative software design. Explore event highlights, speaker...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-31
Special Visual Studio Toolbox Live: Microsoft-Led Sessions on .NET, AI, Azure, and Copilot – Aug 5Authored by stclarke, this post announces a special live edition of Visual Studio Toolbox with Microsoft experts, covering topics from .NET and AI to GitHub Copilot and Azure. Join for...
Microsoft News 2025-07-31
Onboarding Your AI Peer Programmer: Success with GitHub Copilot Coding AgentChristopher Harrison guides readers through best practices for configuring and onboarding GitHub Copilot coding agent as an AI peer programmer. Discover strategies for environment setup, project optimization, custom instructions, and...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-31
Building Collaborative AI Agents with the A2A .NET SDKWritten by Sergey Menshykh, Adam Sitnik, and Brandon H, this article introduces the A2A .NET SDK, demonstrating how developers can build collaborative AI agents leveraging the Agent2Agent protocol within the...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-31
Microsoft Fiscal Year Close: Azure and Copilot Milestones AnnouncedSatya Nadella shares key Microsoft fiscal year achievements, highlighting Azure’s record revenue and major growth in Copilot AI usage across the Microsoft ecosystem.
Microsoft News 2025-07-31
Azure SDK Release Highlights and Updates for July 2025Ronnie Geraghty summarizes the key updates in the July 2025 Azure SDK release, detailing new features, bug fixes, stable and beta releases for languages like Python, .NET, and more.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-31
Microsoft Cloud and AI Strength Fuels Q4 2025 Financial ResultsAuthored by stclarke, this summary reviews Microsoft’s Q4 2025 financial results, highlighting major gains in cloud and AI segments and outlining revenues, growth drivers, and business outlook.
Microsoft News 2025-07-30
Microsoft Cloud and AI Strength Drives Strong Q4 and Fiscal Year 2025 ResultsAuthored by stclarke, this article reviews Microsoft’s Q4 and fiscal year 2025 financials, spotlighting the key role of cloud and AI services in delivering strong company performance.
Microsoft News 2025-07-30
Copilot Coding Agent: Enhanced Reliability and Debugging for Custom Setup StepsAllison introduces recent improvements to the GitHub Copilot coding agent, detailing enhanced reliability and easier debugging for custom workflow setup steps. These changes streamline automation for developers using Copilot Pro,...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-30
GitHub Copilot Coding Agent: Automatic Updates for Pull Request Titles and DescriptionsAllison discusses how GitHub Copilot’s coding agent now keeps pull request titles and bodies up to date, streamlining code review and collaboration.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-30
A Practical Guide to Using the GitHub MCP Server for Automated AI WorkflowsAndrea Griffiths explores the migration from a local MCP Docker image to GitHub’s managed MCP server, streamlining authentication, automation, and security-focused AI workflows with GitHub Copilot integration.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-30
Fabric July 2025 Feature SummaryThis article by Microsoft Fabric Blog offers a comprehensive summary of July 2025’s new features in Microsoft Fabric, authored by Patrick LeBlanc. Key updates span data science, governance, Power BI,...
Microsoft Fabric Blog 2025-07-30
Aspire 9.4: CLI, Interactive Dashboard, AI Integrations, and New FeaturesMaddy Montaquila introduces the Aspire 9.4 release, showcasing new CLI capabilities, interactive dashboard features, and first-class AI service integrations. Discover what’s new for developing modern .NET distributed and AI-enabled applications...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-29
Enhancements to last_activity_at in the Copilot User Management APIAllison outlines recent improvements to the last_activity_at field in the GitHub Copilot User Management API, increasing reliability in tracking user activity.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-29
Scaling Generative AI in the Cloud: Enterprise Use Cases for Secure InnovationIn this post, Maria Bledsoe explores how digital leaders can harness Microsoft Azure’s capabilities to advance generative AI innovation at scale. Discover concrete enterprise use cases, architectural considerations, and the...
The Azure Blog 2025-07-29
Scaling for Impact: How GitHub Copilot Accelerates One Acre Fund’s Mission for African FarmersWritten by Paull Young, this article details how One Acre Fund leverages GitHub Copilot and open source solutions to scale its mission of empowering millions of smallholder farmers across Africa,...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-28
How Microsoft and its partners are reenvisioning energy with AIWritten by stclarke, this article examines Microsoft’s partnership-driven efforts to revolutionize the energy industry using AI-powered solutions.
Microsoft News 2025-07-28
Let’s Learn MCP Series Recap: 8 Languages, 4 Code Bases, Full ResourcesAuthored by Katie Savage, this article offers an in-depth recap of Microsoft’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) training series, highlighting multilingual resources, practical guides, and upcoming opportunities for developers adopting MCP....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-28
How Microsoft Research is enhancing the ability of LLMs to handle more complex reasoning tasksAuthored by stclarke, this article delves into how Microsoft Research is pushing the boundaries of large language models to tackle more intricate reasoning challenges.
Microsoft News 2025-07-28
How Microsoft’s customers and partners accelerated AI Transformation in FY25Authored by stclarke, this article details how Microsoft’s customers and partners accelerated their AI transformation efforts in FY25, driving innovation and future competitiveness.
Microsoft News 2025-07-28
Enhanced Model Selection in Copilot Chat on GitHub MobileAuthored by Allison, this update details improvements to model selection in Copilot Chat on GitHub Mobile, presenting models grouped by strengths for a more intuitive experience.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-25
How to Build Secure and Scalable Remote MCP ServersAuthored by Den Delimarsky, this article offers a thorough walkthrough for developers on building secure, scalable MCP servers. It focuses on robust security, authorization, secrets management, and architectural practices needed...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-25
From Manual Testing to AI-Generated Automation: Azure DevOps MCP & Playwright with GitHub CopilotIgor Najdenovski shares insights on transforming manual test suites into automated, AI-generated scripts using Azure DevOps MCP server, GitHub Copilot, and Playwright. This post covers practical steps, challenges, and recommendations...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-25
How Microsoft and Nvidia are working together to unlock the secrets of biodiversityIn this article, stclarke explores how Microsoft and Nvidia are joining forces to advance biodiversity research. By combining their technological expertise, the two companies aim to develop sophisticated solutions for...
Microsoft News 2025-07-24
AI for business impact starts here - Proven AI use cases by industryWritten by stclarke, this article explores how organizations across industries are utilizing Microsoft AI technologies for tangible business outcomes, offering proven use cases and best practices.
Microsoft News 2025-07-24
Microsoft Research Asia launches Singapore labIn this update, stclarke reports on the launch of Microsoft Research Asia’s new Singapore lab, aimed at strengthening AI innovation and talent development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Microsoft News 2025-07-24
Today we're releasing GitHub Spark — a new tool in Copilot that turns your ideas into full-stack apps, entirely in natural languageAuthored by stclarke, this article announces the release of GitHub Spark, an innovative addition to Copilot designed to help users build full-stack applications using only natural language. The author reflects...
Microsoft News 2025-07-23
Building Agent-to-Agent Communication with MCP: Capabilities, Patterns, and ImplementationAuthored by Victor Dibia, Mike Kistler, and Maria Naggaga, this article explores advanced features in Microsoft’s Model Context Protocol (MCP), focusing on building robust agent-to-agent communication systems and showcasing practical...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-23
Agents Page Update: Choose Base Branch for GitHub Copilot Coding Agent TasksAllison outlines the latest GitHub Copilot coding agent update, letting users designate a base branch for delegated tasks—supporting advanced branching workflows directly from the Agents page.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-23
GitHub Copilot Coding Agent Now Supports .instructions.md Custom InstructionsAuthored by Allison, this article introduces new capabilities for GitHub Copilot coding agent with support for multiple .instructions.md files, enabling tailored, context-aware custom instructions for improved automation and code quality....
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-23
GitHub Spark in Public Preview for Copilot Pro+ SubscribersAllison introduces GitHub Spark, now in public preview for Copilot Pro+ subscribers, highlighting how it accelerates development from idea to deployed app by harnessing automation and AI capabilities.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-23
Solving the Inference Problem for Open Source AI Projects with GitHub ModelsSean Goedecke explains how GitHub Models, a free inference API, simplifies adding AI features to open source software. The article provides practical advice for integration and scaling, aiming to lower...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-23
Fabric Data Agents + Microsoft Copilot Studio: Multi-Agent Orchestration Preview ReleasedMicrosoft Fabric Blog and Joanne Wong announce a preview integration between Fabric data agents and Microsoft Copilot Studio, offering new capabilities for enterprise-grade intelligent agent orchestration.
Microsoft Fabric Blog 2025-07-23
Debugging UI with AI: GitHub Copilot Agent Mode Meets MCP ServersIn this article, Chris Reddington details his experience using GitHub Copilot agent mode alongside the Playwright MCP server for efficient UI debugging in a Next.js application, and shares practical tips...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-22
Windows 11 is the home for AI on the PC, with more experiences available todayIn an article by stclarke, the growing role of Windows 11 as the primary platform for AI-powered experiences on the PC is explored. The piece highlights recent advancements and features...
Microsoft News 2025-07-22
GitHub Copilot in Eclipse—smarter, faster, and more integratedIn this article, Allison introduces recent updates to GitHub Copilot for Eclipse. The enhancements cover improved compatibility with newer Eclipse versions, more intelligent commit message generation, and better context awareness....
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-22
MCP C# SDK Updated: Protocol 2025-06-18 Brings Elicitation, Structured Output, and Enhanced SecurityIn this post, Mike Kistler presents the major update for the MCP C# SDK, introducing support for protocol version 2025-06-18. The release offers .NET developers new features such as elicitation,...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-22
Microsoft Sentinel Data Lake: Unifying Security Signals and Driving AI AdoptionScott Woodgate and Krishna Kumar Parthasarathy introduce a new data lake for Microsoft Sentinel, enhancing unified security data management, AI-driven insights, and affordability for security teams.
Microsoft Security Blog 2025-07-22
GitHub Copilot app modernization for .NET enters public previewAuthored by Allison, this article explores how GitHub Copilot app modernization for .NET assists enterprises in migrating their applications to Azure. It discusses features such as assessment, code remediation, and...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-22
Ask Mode vs Agent Mode: Choosing the Right GitHub Copilot Experience for .NET DevelopersIn this guide, Wendy Breiding delves into GitHub Copilot Chat’s Ask Mode and Agent Mode, outlining when .NET developers should use each for optimal productivity and efficiency in Visual Studio...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-21
Introducing the new Power Apps - Generative power meets enterprise-grade trustIn this article, stclarke introduces the new Microsoft Power Apps, which bring together cutting-edge generative AI capabilities and high standards of enterprise trust. The article explores how these innovations support...
Microsoft News 2025-07-21
Microsoft supports making Europe’s languages and cultures more accessible in the digital realmWritten by stclarke, this article highlights Microsoft’s commitment to fostering digital accessibility for Europe’s many languages and cultures. The focus is on making technology more inclusive, promoting innovation, and ensuring...
Microsoft News 2025-07-21
Building Multi-Agent AI Solutions Using Semantic Kernel and the A2A ProtocolAuthored by Kinfey Lo, this article details building interoperable multi-agent AI systems using Microsoft’s Semantic Kernel and the A2A protocol, offering real-world architectural guidance and implementation insights for enterprise solutions....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-21
New GitHub Copilot activity report with enhanced authentication and usage insightsAllison introduces a new feature for enterprise and organization administrators: an improved GitHub Copilot activity report. This update provides enhanced insight into user authentication and feature adoption, surpassing the capabilities...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-18
Upcoming deprecations and changes to Copilot code reviewIn this article, Allison discusses forthcoming updates to Copilot’s code review experience. The post highlights the transition from coding guidelines to a dedicated copilot-instructions.md file, improvements in the user interface...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-18
Microsoft at Black Hat USA 2025: A Unified Approach to Modern Cyber DefenseIn this announcement, author Elliot Volkman shares Microsoft’s plans for Black Hat USA 2025, focusing on AI-driven, unified security solutions. Learn what to expect and how to connect with Microsoft...
Microsoft Security Blog 2025-07-18
Microsoft Azure AI Foundry Models and Security Copilot Achieve ISO/IEC 42001:2023 CertificationIn this post, Molly Bostic announces Microsoft’s ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification for Azure AI Foundry Models and Microsoft Security Copilot, detailing the implications for responsible AI, security, and compliance efforts.
The Azure Blog 2025-07-17
Agent mode for JetBrains, Eclipse, and Xcode is now generally availableIn this brief update, Allison announces the general availability of GitHub Copilot’s agent mode for popular IDEs including JetBrains, Eclipse, and Xcode. Developers can now enable GitHub Copilot using any...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-17
GitHub Availability Report: June 2025Jakub Oleksy reviews service incidents that impacted GitHub, including Copilot and Actions, in the June 2025 Availability Report.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-16
10 Microsoft MCP Servers to Accelerate Your Development WorkflowIn this detailed blog post, Jon Galloway presents ten Microsoft MCP servers that can greatly improve your developer workflow, offering actionable tips, configuration guidance, and real-world use cases for integrating...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-16
Microsoft introduces new training framework that enhances human-LLM collaborationIn this article, stclarke highlights Microsoft’s introduction of a novel training framework designed to facilitate more effective collaboration between humans and large language models (LLMs). The article explores how the...
Microsoft News 2025-07-16
Support for issue forms in chat and file uploads in spacesAllison discusses new improvements to GitHub Copilot, particularly its enhanced capability in creating issues on github.com. The update introduces support for issue forms, further streamlining and augmenting the developer experience...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-16
For the Love of Code - A Summer Hackathon for Joyful and Creative ProjectsLee Reilly introduces ‘For the Love of Code,’ a summer hackathon inspiring coders to turn imaginative or long-shelved ideas into reality. Discover more about this creative coding event below.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-16
Integrating interactivity with Minecraft Education - A fun approach to learning coding and AIIn this article, stclarke discusses how educators can use Minecraft Education to teach coding and Microsoft AI concepts interactively. The post highlights how the gamified environment of Minecraft supports engagement...
Microsoft News 2025-07-16
Configure internet access for Copilot coding agentIn this article, Allison discusses new updates to GitHub Copilot, specifically focusing on changes to its internet access during the public preview phase. The updates aim to better protect user...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-16
Building Your First MCP Server with .NET 10 and Publishing to NuGetWritten by Jon Douglas, Joel Verhagen, and Jon Galloway, this article demonstrates how to build, customize, and publish your first Model Context Protocol (MCP) server using .NET 10, enabling discoverable...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-15
From chaos to clarity - Using GitHub Copilot agents to improve developer workflowsIn this article, author Chris Reddington demonstrates approaches to setting up the Copilot coding agent effectively. The content guides developers through customizing instructions and outlining essential setup steps to maximize...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-15
Databricks Runs Best on Azure: Performance, Integration, and AI SynergyIn this post, Jason Pereira and Anavi Nahar outline how Azure Databricks delivers a streamlined, high-performance environment for analytics and AI, leveraging tight integration with the Microsoft ecosystem.
The Azure Blog 2025-07-15
Security Copilot capabilities in Microsoft Intune and Entra now generally availableIn this article, author stclarke discusses the general availability of Security Copilot capabilities within Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Entra. The announcement highlights how these integrations bring enhanced AI-driven security automation,...
Microsoft News 2025-07-14
Code review in the age of AI - Why developers will always own the merge buttonAuthor Elle Shwer discusses the evolving role of GitHub Copilot in assisting with code merging processes, while emphasizing that ultimate control stays with developers. The article offers insights into how...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-14
Model Context Protocol (MCP) support in VS Code is generally availableAuthored by Allison, this article highlights the availability of Model Context Protocol (MCP) for GitHub Copilot in VS Code production environments. The piece discusses how MCP empowers GitHub Copilot to...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-14
Enhancing Code Quality at Scale with AI-Powered Code ReviewsAuthored by Sneha Tuli, this article details how Microsoft’s AI-powered code review assistant revolutionizes pull request workflows, boosts code quality, and shapes GitHub Copilot’s code review process to benefit developers...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-14
Start and track GitHub Copilot coding agent sessions from Visual Studio CodeIn this article, Allison introduces the GitHub Copilot coding agent, a feature that enables developers to delegate coding tasks to Copilot. This allows Copilot to handle work in the background,...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-14
From retail to cybersecurity, Malaysians are gaining skills and confidence to succeed with AIIn this article, stclarke discusses how Malaysians across industries such as retail and cybersecurity are adopting AI to build skills and drive success.
Microsoft News 2025-07-11
AI chatbot supporting victims-survivors of domestic violence wins UN Global AI for Good Impact AwardIn this article, author stclarke highlights a significant achievement: an AI chatbot designed to support victims-survivors of domestic violence has won the UN Global AI for Good Impact Award.
Microsoft News 2025-07-11
GitHub Copilot coding agent now uses one premium request per sessionIn this article, Allison explores the capabilities of GitHub Copilot as a coding agent for developers. She highlights how Copilot enables teams to efficiently tackle technical debt, resolve bugs, and...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-10
Customize AI Responses from GitHub Copilot with Custom InstructionsMatt Soucoup explains how custom instructions in GitHub Copilot help developers generate AI-powered code that aligns with their team’s coding standards and preferences.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-10
New Copilot Chat features now generally available on GitHubIn this article, Allison discusses the latest development regarding Copilot Chat features on GitHub.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-10
Choosing the right AI path for your business - A practical guide for leadersIn this article, author stclarke presents a practical guide for business leaders who are considering implementing AI in their organizations. The piece focuses on helping decision-makers choose the best AI...
Microsoft News 2025-07-09
Delegate tasks to Copilot coding agent from the GitHub MCP serverIn this article, Allison introduces a recent update to the GitHub MCP server, highlighting the addition of a powerful tool that allows users to delegate tasks to the GitHub Copilot...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-09
How the .NET MAUI Team Uses GitHub Copilot for ProductivityJonathan Peppers describes how the .NET MAUI team leverages GitHub Copilot to enhance productivity, sharing practical setup tips, workflow strategies, successes, and limitations.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-09
How We Use AI Agents for COBOL Migration and Mainframe ModernizationIn this comprehensive post, authors jkordick and gkaleta delve into how Microsoft’s AI agentic technologies, notably Semantic Kernel, support migrating legacy COBOL mainframe applications to modern cloud architectures. The article...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-09
Microsoft unveils Elevate, putting people first in AI transformationIn this article, stclarke discusses Microsoft’s launch of Elevate, a new initiative aimed at ensuring people are central to the AI transformation process.
Microsoft News 2025-07-09
Copilot coding agent now supports remote MCP serversThe article by Allison introduces the new functionality in GitHub Copilot’s coding agent, focusing on the integration of remote Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-09
Reasoning Reimagined: Introducing Phi-4-mini-flash-reasoning for Efficient Edge AIBy Weizhu Chen, Jianfeng Gao, and Liliang Ren. Discover Microsoft’s Phi-4-mini-flash-reasoning model, engineered for efficient, fast reasoning at the edge and on mobile devices, and available now via Azure AI...
The Azure Blog 2025-07-09
Beyond prompt crafting - How to be a better partner for your AI pair programmerIn this article, Christopher Harrison discusses the importance of providing proper context to Copilot, Microsoft’s AI pair programming tool, to ensure high-quality code suggestions.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-09
Copilot code review now generally available on GitHub MobileIn this article, Allison introduces the general availability of Copilot code review within the GitHub Mobile app, marking a significant enhancement for developers on the go.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-09
AFT to launch National Academy for AI Instruction with Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic and United Federation of TeachersIn a recent announcement, stclarke covers the launch of the National Academy for AI Instruction spearheaded by the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) in collaboration with Microsoft, OpenAI, Anthropic, and...
Microsoft News 2025-07-08
Build Biosensing AI-Native Apps on Azure with BCI, AI Foundry, and Agents ServiceWritten by Govind Kamtamneni with JD Chibuk, this post guides readers through building cognitive biosensing AI apps on Azure using BCI, AI Foundry, and Agent Services. It showcases real-world scenarios,...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-08
Introducing Deep Research in Azure AI Foundry Agent ServiceAuthored by Yina Arenas, this article introduces Deep Research in Azure AI Foundry Agent Service, detailing its features and benefits for enterprise AI-driven research automation using API and SDK integrations....
The Azure Blog 2025-07-07
New e-book teaches how to build an AI-powered security operations centerIn this article, stclarke discusses the release of a new e-book that serves as a comprehensive guide for building an AI-powered security operations center (SOC).
Microsoft News 2025-07-07
Introducing Azure Accelerate: Expert Support and Investments for Your Cloud and AI TransformationAuthored by Cyril Belikoff, this detailed post explains how Azure Accelerate brings together expert support, funding, and a unified set of tools to help organizations manage cloud and AI transformation...
The Azure Blog 2025-07-07
How startups are using AI to support healthcare providers and patientsThis article, written by stclarke, delves into the innovative ways startups are harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to benefit healthcare providers and patients. The focus is on leveraging technology to address...
Microsoft News 2025-07-07
Automating Secure and Scalable AI Deployments on Azure with HashiCorpWritten by cindywang and davidwright, this article delves into automating secure and scalable AI deployments using HashiCorp and Azure, highlighting infrastructure-as-code, security, and operational best practices.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-04
DepEd and Microsoft expand AI-powered literacy initiatives across the PhilippinesIn this article, author stclarke reports on the partnership between the Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines and Microsoft to expand AI-powered literacy initiatives throughout the country.
Microsoft News 2025-07-03
Agents page for GitHub Copilot coding agentIn this article, Allison explores how the GitHub Copilot coding agent, recently unveiled in public preview, revolutionizes developer workflows.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-03
Local AI + .NET: Generate AltText with C# Scripts and OllamaBruno Capuano demonstrates how to use .NET 10 and local AI models to automatically generate AltText for images using a C# script. The article provides a hands-on example and practical...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-02
Copilot coding agent now has its own web browserIn a recent update, Allison highlights that GitHub Copilot’s coding agent, now available in public preview, includes built-in web browsing powered by the Playwright MCP server.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-02
Copilot code review - Better handling of large pull requestsIn this article, Allison outlines significant enhancements to Copilot code review, emphasizing improvements in managing and reviewing large pull requests—particularly those involving over 20 files.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-02
5 ways to transform your workflow using GitHub Copilot and MCPIn this article, Klint Finley discusses five practical MCP use cases that can help streamline your development workflow and enhance overall productivity.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-02
Introducing the Awesome GitHub Copilot Customizations RepoMatt Soucoup and Aaron Powell present the Awesome GitHub Copilot Customizations repo, empowering developers to extend Copilot through reusable prompts, custom instructions, and chat modes for personalized AI-powered coding workflows....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-02
Azure SDK Release Highlights for June 2025In this comprehensive roundup, Ronnie Geraghty reviews the Azure SDK releases for June 2025, spotlighting advancements in AI, identity, Cosmos DB, and resource management libraries, with details for .NET, Python,...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-02
Join Us for MCP Dev Days – July 29-30: Deep Dive into the Model Context ProtocolAuthored by Katie Savage and Marc Baiza, this post introduces MCP Dev Days, a Microsoft event dedicated to the Model Context Protocol (MCP), offering deep technical content, hands-on sessions, and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-02
From idea to PR - A guide to GitHub Copilot’s agentic workflowsIn this article, Chris Reddington explores how developers can leverage GitHub Copilot’s agentic coding agent, its chat modes, and the remote MCP server to efficiently transform issues into thoroughly tested...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-01
Building Secure, Scalable Generative AI in the Cloud with Microsoft AzureMaria Bledsoe discusses Forrester Research findings on how Microsoft Azure enables enterprises to securely and efficiently scale generative AI, highlighting the platform’s security, compliance, and data management capabilities.
The Azure Blog 2025-07-01
Copilot search now on GitHub DocsIn this article, Allison introduces readers to the enhanced Copilot search experience on GitHub Docs, highlighting its effectiveness in resolving common queries.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-30
What’s New in Azure AI Foundry: June 2025 Major Model Releases, Agent Service GA, and Developer ToolsAuthored by Nick Brady, this comprehensive news post details the latest advancements in Azure AI Foundry as of June 2025, highlighting new models, developer tooling, and platform updates designed to...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-30
GitHub Copilot in Xcode - Explore with Copilot Vision, custom instructions, and locale response supportIn this article, Allison discusses the latest update to GitHub Copilot for Xcode, focusing on the new Copilot Vision feature that introduces image uploads in the chat interface.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-30
Announcing Model Context Protocol Support in Azure AI Foundry Agent Service (Preview)In this announcement, Linda Li details the preview of Model Context Protocol (MCP) support in Azure AI Foundry Agent Service, highlighting easier AI agent integration, open standards, and practical steps...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-28
GitHub Copilot coding agent is available for Copilot Pro users in public previewIn this article, Allison discusses the recent update for GitHub Copilot Pro users, introducing the ability to delegate coding tasks to Copilot, which can now run in the background using...
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-26
Better Models, Smarter Defaults: Enhanced Copilot Model Selection and Controls in Visual StudioRhea Patel presents substantial updates to GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio, including smarter default AI models, more options for model customization, and tools to monitor and manage usage, making the...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-26
Improved attachments and larger context in Copilot Chat in public previewIn this article, Allison discusses the latest enhancements to GitHub Copilot Chat, focusing on new attachment features and expanded context limits for users.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-25
Anthropic Claude Sonnet 4 and Claude Opus 4 are now generally available in GitHub CopilotIn this article, Allison discusses the integration of Anthropic’s Claude Sonnet 4 and Claude Opus 4 models into GitHub Copilot, marking a significant enhancement for AI-driven software development.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-25
From pair to peer programmer - Our vision for agentic workflows in GitHub CopilotIn this article, Tim Rogers discusses how AI agents within GitHub Copilot are transforming the developer experience by not just assisting, but actively solving problems with advanced reasoning.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-25
Semantic Kernel Python 1.34: Major Vector Store Overhaul Simplifies AI WorkflowsAuthored by Eduard van Valkenburg, this detailed news highlights the major enhancements in Semantic Kernel Python’s vector store with version 1.34, focusing on improved developer experience, unified APIs, and streamlined...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-25
GitHub Copilot coding agent is now available for Copilot Business usersIn this article, Allison discusses the recent public preview launch of GitHub Copilot’s coding agent, aimed at users with Copilot Pro+ and Copilot Enterprise subscriptions.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-24
Why developer expertise matters more than ever in the age of AIIn this article, Laura Lindeman explores how AI tools can accelerate coding but stresses that a developer’s true value lies in understanding why code works.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-24
GitHub Desktop 3.5 — GitHub Copilot commit message generation now generally availableIn this article, Allison introduces the general availability of GitHub Desktop 3.5, describing it as a significant milestone for the tool. The article highlights the key improvements and features added...
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-24
FYAI: How to leverage AI to reimagine cross-functional collaboration with Yina ArenasToby Bowers reports on insights from Yina Arenas, VP of Product, Azure AI Foundry, discussing how developers can leverage AI to enhance cross-functional collaboration within organizations.
The Azure Blog 2025-06-23
Celebrating Innovation and Real-World Impact: Serverless Compute on Azure Recognized by ForresterScott Hunter highlights Microsoft’s recognition as a leader in serverless compute by Forrester. The article explores Azure’s serverless innovations, AI-driven solutions, customer use cases, and Microsoft’s approach to empowering developers...
The Azure Blog 2025-06-23
codex-mini: Fast, Scalable Code Generation for the CLI EraWritten by Ananya Bishnoi, Anthony Mocny, and Govind Kamtamneni, this post introduces codex-mini—a new, fast, and scalable Azure OpenAI model for code generation in CLI environments.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-20
Announcing o3-pro: New Azure OpenAI Reasoning Model and Pricing in Azure AI FoundryAuthored by Sanjeev Jagtap and Anthony Mocny, this detailed overview introduces o3-pro, Azure AI Foundry’s new reasoning model, outlining its features, access process, and pricing.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-20
IDC Study: 306% ROI in 3 Years Migrating Ubuntu Linux Workloads to Microsoft AzureOmar Khan reviews IDC’s findings on the impact of running Ubuntu workloads on Microsoft Azure, detailing ROI, cost savings, and productivity.
The Azure Blog 2025-06-20
Announcing General Availability of GitHub Copilot for Azure—Now with Agent ModeYun Jung Choi introduces the general availability of GitHub Copilot for Azure, highlighting its new Agent Mode that transforms DevOps workflows with integrated AI, enhanced security, and rich Azure support....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-19
GitHub Copilot Spaces - Bring the right context to every suggestionIn this article, Andrea Griffiths explains how to create your first space and begin customizing Copilot to suit your team’s unique coding styles and workflows.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-18
Maximize Your ROI for Azure OpenAI: Pricing, Deployment, and Cost Optimization StrategiesIn this article, Steve Sweetman explores maximizing returns with Azure OpenAI by reviewing flexible pricing, deployment types, cost-saving features, and integration across the Azure AI ecosystem.
The Azure Blog 2025-06-18
Securely Turbo‑Charge Software Delivery with Codex Coding Agent on Azure OpenAIIn this detailed guide, Govind Kamtamneni explains how to run the Codex Coding Agent securely on Azure OpenAI. He covers setup, enterprise security benefits, automation via GitHub Actions, and troubleshooting...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-18
Multimodal Vision Intelligence with .NET MAUIIn this article, David Ortinau details the process of building multimodal, AI-powered image analysis into .NET MAUI apps, leveraging .NET tooling and Microsoft.Extensions.AI.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-06-17
Azure DevOps MCP Server Now in Public Preview: Integrating GitHub Copilot with DevOps ContextDan Hellem introduces the public preview of the Azure DevOps MCP Server. This new local service lets GitHub Copilot interact with Azure DevOps, providing AI-driven support tailored to your projects...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-17
Agent Mode Now Generally Available in Visual Studio with MCP SupportAuthored by Rhea Patel, Filisha Shah, and Allie Barry, this piece covers the Visual Studio June update featuring general availability of Copilot agent mode with MCP integration, enabling sophisticated autonomous...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-17
5 tips for using GitHub Copilot with issues to boost your productivityIn this summary, we explore an article by Klint Finley that highlights advances in AI-driven tools aimed at easing the workflow for developers.
The GitHub Blog 2025-06-17
AI Genius Challenge: Flex Your AI Skills and Beat the ClockAuthored by Priyanka Vergadia, this post highlights the upcoming AI Genius Challenge—a fast-paced hackathon for developers to test their Azure AI skills and compete in real-time under simulated crisis conditions....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-12
Next Edit Suggestions Now Available in Visual Studio with GitHub CopilotAuthored by Simona Liao, this article details the launch of Next Edit Suggestions in Visual Studio, an AI-powered Copilot feature that enhances code editing and refactoring workflows.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-09
Azure Developer CLI (azd): Highlights and Updates for June 2025 ReleaseIn this detailed release post, Kristen Womack explores the June 2025 updates for the Azure Developer CLI (azd). Learn about new features, infrastructure changes, extension support, AI-powered templates, DevOps integrations,...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-05
Microsoft and LangChain: Advancing AI Security for Open Source on AzureAuthored by Marlene Mhangami, this article examines Microsoft’s partnership with LangChain to bolster AI security for open-source developers on Azure. The collaboration addresses integration risks while ensuring enterprises can safely...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-05
Enhancing Plugin Metadata Management with SemanticPluginForgeAuthor Likhan Siddiquee details how SemanticPluginForge offers developers dynamic and flexible metadata management for plugins in the Semantic Kernel ecosystem. The post explains traditional metadata challenges and provides practical steps...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-05
Smarter SK Agents with Contextual Function Selection in Semantic KernelSergey Menshykh discusses the new Contextual Function Selection capability in Semantic Kernel, illustrating its practical benefits for AI agent development with dynamic function filtering and performance optimization.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-05
Enhancing Conversational Agents with Azure AI Language: CLU and Custom Question AnsweringAuthored by peytonfraser, this article provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in Azure AI Foundry’s conversational agent capabilities. It highlights new customization features in CLU and CQA and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-04
Azure SDK Release Highlights and Notes for May 2025Written by Ronnie Geraghty, this overview summarizes the Azure SDK May 2025 release, detailing new features, stable and beta libraries for multiple programming languages, and links to comprehensive release notes....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-03
The Future of Semantic Kernel: Microsoft’s Strategic Vision for Enterprise AI OrchestrationWritten by Evan Mattson, Mark Wallace, and Nick Brady, this article explores the evolution and strategic trajectory of Semantic Kernel, Microsoft’s open-source AI orchestration framework powering enterprise-scale solutions, and outlines...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-30
Go from Prompt to Playback: Sora Video Generation in Azure AI Foundry's Video PlaygroundAuthored by Thasmika Gokal, this article explores the video playground within Azure AI Foundry and its integration with the Sora video generation model, providing insights and guidance for developers looking...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-29
Agentic DevOps in Action: Transforming Every Phase of the Developer Lifecycle with GitHub CopilotAuthored by Amanda Silver, Mario Rodriguez, and Den Delimarsky, this article details how Agentic DevOps and GitHub Copilot are reimagining each phase of the developer lifecycle by leveraging AI-driven agents...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-29
Accelerate Coding with Azure AI Foundry Playgrounds and Visual Studio Code IntegrationAuthored by Thasmika Gokal, this article delves into the enhanced AI developer experience provided by Azure AI Foundry playgrounds and the ‘Open in VS Code’ workflow, detailing integration strategies for...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-28
Semantic Kernel and Microsoft.Extensions.AI: Better Together, Part 2Authored by Roger Barreto, this article explores practical non-agent integration patterns for Microsoft.Extensions.AI and Semantic Kernel within the .NET AI ecosystem. It guides developers through real code samples for chat...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-28
Azure AI Foundry MCP Server May 2025 Update - Adding Models, Knowledge & EvaluationIn this article by Farzad Sunavala, SeokJin Han, and Saumil, the major expansion of Azure AI Foundry MCP Server is discussed, focusing on new features that enhance developer experience.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-28
Introducing New Tools and Features in the Responses API in Azure AI FoundryIn this article, Rafal Rutyna explores how Microsoft’s new Responses API establishes a modern standard for AI development on Azure.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-27
Azure DevOps with GitHub Repositories – Your path to Agentic AIAaron Hallberg outlines how GitHub Copilot’s agentic AI features, when integrated with Azure DevOps and GitHub Repositories, are reshaping key aspects of software development.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-27
Semantic Kernel: Multi-agent Orchestration Framework UnveiledIn this post, authors Tao Chen and Chris Rickman introduce and explain the new multi-agent orchestration framework for Semantic Kernel, highlighting orchestration patterns, developer experience, and practical use cases.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-27
Connect Once, Integrate Anywhere: Model Context Protocol (MCP) for AI IntegrationIn this article, Maria Naggaga details the Model Context Protocol (MCP), outlining its impact on AI integration and developer productivity, with insights on leveraging GitHub Copilot, Visual Studio, Azure API...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-21
AI Shell Preview 4: Enhanced MacOS Support, Entra ID Authentication, and MoreSteven Bucher from the PowerShell Team introduces AI Shell Preview 4, diving into its new features: enhanced macOS integration, Entra ID authentication, improved shell commands, a new offline AI agent,...
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-05-21
Semantic Kernel and Microsoft.Extensions.AI - Better Together, Part 1In this article, author Roger Barreto introduces readers to the beginning of a series focused on the integration between Microsoft Semantic Kernel and Microsoft.Extensions.AI, aiming to clarify their roles and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-21
Transitioning to Microsoft.Extensions.AI’s IEmbeddingGenerator in Semantic KernelRoger Barreto examines the transition of Semantic Kernel to the Microsoft.Extensions.AI IEmbeddingGenerator interface, highlighting migration steps, key benefits, and standardized AI service integration in the .NET ecosystem.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-21
Vector Data Extensions for .NET and Semantic Kernel Now Generally AvailableWritten by Wes Steyn and Shay Rojansky, this article introduces the GA release of the Microsoft.Extensions.VectorData.Abstractions library. It focuses on shared abstractions for vector data, integration with AI tooling, and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-21
Azure MCP Server – May 2025 Release: New Integrations and FeaturesRohit Ganguly presents the May 2025 release of Azure MCP Server, focusing on new service integrations, improved documentation, and tools for developers, including collaboration with GitHub Copilot for Azure.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-20
Azure DevOps with GitHub Repositories – Your Path to Agentic AIAaron Hallberg discusses the transformation of GitHub Copilot into an agentic AI teammate, focusing on its deep integration with Azure DevOps and GitHub Repositories.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-20
Faster .NET Upgrades Powered by GitHub CopilotIn this article, McKenna Barlow introduces the public preview of GitHub Copilot app modernization – Upgrade for .NET, detailing how developers can upgrade applications with AI-assisted tools in Visual Studio....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-19
Semantic Kernel: Package Previews, Graduations & DeprecationsAuthored by Sophia Lagerkrans-Pandey and Sergey Menshykh, this article details the latest Semantic Kernel .NET updates, highlighting package maturations, deprecations, and technical enhancements for developers.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-16
Accelerate AI Applications with Semantic Caching on Azure Managed RedisIn this blog post, Satish discusses how to implement semantic caching on Azure Managed Redis for AI applications, combining vector search and caching strategies for enhanced performance.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-13
Eclipse + GitHub Copilot: Accelerating ABAP Development for SAP in the EnterpriseAmit Lal explores the integration of GitHub Copilot with Eclipse for ABAP, guiding readers through the setup and examining its impact on SAP development. Discover practical benefits, real-world examples, and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-13
Agent Mode Public Preview Launches for Visual Studio 17.14Katie Savage and Aaron Yim introduce Agent mode in Visual Studio 17.14, which empowers developers to define and complete complex tasks in natural language using GitHub Copilot’s autonomous planning and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-13
Visual Studio 2022 v17.14 Now Generally Available: Copilot Agent Mode, C++ Debugging, Git Enhancements & MoreMads Kristensen introduces the general availability of Visual Studio 2022 v17.14, highlighting GitHub Copilot Agent Mode, C++ enhancements, advanced debugging, and Git improvements for developers.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-13
Azure Developer CLI (azd) May 2025 Release: New Features, Templates, and DocsIn this post, Kristen Womack presents the May 2025 release of Azure Developer CLI (azd), covering new features, updated templates, and improved documentation for enhanced Azure application development.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-07
Reinventing Legacy App Modernization with Crowdbotics’ AI-Native Platform on AzureIn this article, Charath Ranganathan, CTO of Crowdbotics, presents an AI-native approach to legacy application modernization built on Microsoft Azure, illustrating how AI-driven analysis and automation can transform enterprise modernization...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-06
RC1 - Semantic Kernel for Java Agents APIIn this article, Derek Keeler announces the release candidate of the Semantic Kernel for Java Agents API, providing Java developers with robust tools to integrate intelligent agents into their applications....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-05-06
Effortless Adjustments with Adaptive Paste Powered by Copilot in Visual Studio 2022Leah Tran details how Visual Studio 2022’s new Copilot-powered ‘adaptive paste’ feature reduces manual code adjustments, helping developers integrate and modify pasted code more efficiently.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-23
Introducing the Azure MCP Server: Empowering AI Agents with Azure ServicesRohit Ganguly introduces the Azure MCP Server, an open-source platform in public preview that connects AI agents like GitHub Copilot Agent Mode to Azure services. This post details supported capabilities,...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-17
GitHub Copilot Highlights in Visual Studio 17.14 Preview 3: New Features and ImprovementsKatie Savage outlines the new GitHub Copilot features in Visual Studio 17.14 Preview 3, providing developers with a detailed look at recent advancements in AI integration and coding assistance.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-16
PowerShell, OpenSSH, and DSC Team Investments for 2025: Security, Integrations, and Community PrioritiesSteve Lee shares an in-depth look at the planned investments for PowerShell, OpenSSH, and Desired State Configuration (DSC) in 2025, emphasizing security, community input, and modernization across Microsoft’s open tooling...
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-04-14
Azure Developer CLI (azd) – April 2025 Release: New Features, Templates, and EnhancementsAuthored by Kristen Womack, this release note summarizes the April 2025 updates to the Azure Developer CLI (azd). Explore new features, improved Azure AI integrations, new templates, and vital enhancements...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-03
Debugging with the AI-powered IEnumerable Visualizer in Visual Studio 2022Junyu Wang introduces the AI-powered enhancements in Visual Studio 2022’s IEnumerable Visualizer, featuring Copilot Chat integration to streamline LINQ query debugging and refinement.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-26
Introducing Automatic Documentation Comment Generation in Visual Studio with CopilotIn this post, authors Sinem Akinci and Allie Barry introduce how GitHub Copilot now auto-generates documentation comments directly in the Visual Studio editor for C# and C++, providing developers with...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-17
AI-Powered Thread Summaries and Copilot Chat in Visual Studio Parallel Stacks WindowJunyu Wang explores how Visual Studio leverages AI-powered thread summaries and Copilot Chat to enhance multithreaded debugging. This article explains new features to help developers quickly understand and resolve threading...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-12
GPT-4o Copilot Code Completion Model Now Available in Visual Studio 17.14 Preview 2Authored by Simona Liao, this blog post introduces the new GPT-4o Copilot code completion model for GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio. The article details its enhanced training, user access, and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-11
Azure Developer CLI (azd) – March 2025 Release: New Features, Bug Fixes, and Updated TemplatesAuthored by Kristen Womack, this news post details the March 2025 Azure Developer CLI (azd) release, covering notable new features, bug fixes, contributions on templates, and enhanced support for AI...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-07
New Debugging and Profiling Features in Visual Studio (v17.13): AI-Driven and Copilot-Assisted EnhancementsHarshada Hole presents the latest Visual Studio v17.13 update, detailing AI-powered debugging, GitHub Copilot integration, and extensive improvements to profiling tools for developers.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-05
Finding Leaked Passwords with AI: Building GitHub Copilot Secret ScanningAuthored by Ashwin Mohan, this post delves into the creation and refinement of GitHub Copilot secret scanning, highlighting the AI-powered approach to detecting passwords and managing security alerts for developers...
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-03-04
How Microsoft Engineers Build AI: Insights into Scalable RAG-Enabled ApplicationsWritten by Krezzia Noelle Basilio and Samit Jhaveri, this post explores the Microsoft Engineering Series on scalable Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) AI apps, practical best practices, and challenges in building intelligent...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-03
Announcing AI Shell Preview 2: Enhanced Azure PowerShell Integration and MoreIn this update, Steven Bucher and the AI Shell Team share details on AI Shell Preview 2, including enhanced Azure PowerShell support, improved third-party AI model integrations, deployment tools, and...
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-02-28
Catch Issues Early with GitHub Copilot's Local Code Review in Visual StudioJessie Houghton presents a Visual Studio update that leverages GitHub Copilot’s AI for local code review, helping developers catch issues before committing to Git.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-27
Claude 3.7 Now Integrated in GitHub Copilot for Visual Studio 2022In this post, Rhea Patel details the direct integration of Anthropic’s Claude 3.7 Sonnet model into GitHub Copilot for Visual Studio 2022, covering access steps and feature highlights.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-25
Leverage Image Attachments in GitHub Copilot Chat for Visual Studio PreviewJessie Houghton discusses a new Visual Studio preview feature: attaching images in GitHub Copilot Chat. This enhancement allows developers to visually illustrate designs or issues, enabling Copilot to provide more...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-24
Azure Developer CLI (azd) – February 2025: New Features, Bug Fixes, and AI TemplatesAuthored by Kristen Womack, this post summarizes the Azure Developer CLI (azd) February 2025 update, featuring new CLI capabilities, bug fixes, expanded Bicep and secret management, and an array of...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-07
Introducing Azure OpenAI Realtime API Support in JavaScriptDeyaaeldeen Almahallawi explains how developers can leverage the new Realtime API in the Azure OpenAI JavaScript library for fast, interactive applications.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-05
AutoGen Reimagined: Announcing the Launch of AutoGen 0.4Friederike Niedtner presents the release of AutoGen v0.4, a major update focusing on robust, scalable agentic AI workflows with improved architecture, developer tools, and cross-language support. Learn about its new...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-01-18
Microsoft’s Agentic Frameworks: AutoGen and Semantic KernelAuthored by Friederike Niedtner, this article explores the collaboration between Microsoft’s Semantic Kernel and AutoGen agentic AI frameworks, detailing their capabilities, integration roadmap, and resources to help developers choose and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2024-11-18
Welcome to the OpenAPI Blog: Microsoft’s Hub for API Development, Tools, and Best PracticesDarrel Miller launches the Microsoft OpenAPI Blog, detailing what developers can expect on topics including API design, OpenAPI tools, Azure integrations, AI plugins, Copilot agents, and more.
Microsoft DevBlog 2024-10-01