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
Spark Resilience Improvements Enhance Reliability and Iteration ExperienceAllison shares news about recent resilience improvements to Spark on GitHub, highlighting changes that enhance reliability and simplify the iterative development process for application builders.
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
.NET 10 Preview 7 Released: Key Updates for Libraries, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and MAUI.NET Team presents a summary of features and improvements in .NET 10 Preview 7, highlighting updates across the ecosystem and providing links to detailed resources. Authors from the .NET Team...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-08-12
Dependabot Adds Version Update Support for vcpkgAllison details the new Dependabot support for automatic version updates in vcpkg, enabling C/C++ projects to maintain secure and current dependencies within GitHub workflows.
The GitHub Blog 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
Continuous Access Evaluation (CAE) Brings Real-Time Security to Azure DevOpsAngel Wong introduces support for Continuous Access Evaluation (CAE) on Azure DevOps, discussing its impact on real-time security and the implications for developers using Microsoft Entra ID.
Microsoft DevBlog 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
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
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
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
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
Terraform Provider for Microsoft Fabric: Deploying Fabric Configs with GitHub ActionsMicrosoft Fabric Blog guides readers through deploying Microsoft Fabric configurations with Terraform in GitHub Actions, emphasizing secure automation with managed identities and OpenID Connect for robust Azure-based CI/CD workflows.
Microsoft Fabric Blog 2025-08-07
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
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
.NET and .NET Framework August 2025 Servicing Releases: Updates and ChangelogsTara Overfield and Victor Israel-Bolarinwa provide a detailed recap of the August 2025 servicing updates for .NET 8.0, .NET 9.0, and the .NET Framework, focusing on new non-security fixes and...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-08-06
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
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
.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 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
The new Dependabot NuGet updater: 65% faster with native .NETJamie Magee and Brett Forsgren share how Dependabot’s revamped NuGet updater uses .NET’s own tooling to bring faster, more reliable, and more secure dependency updates to developers.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-08-04
Announcing TypeScript 5.9: New Features, Improvements, and What’s NextDaniel Rosenwasser details the release of TypeScript 5.9, covering its new features, performance enhancements, and key behavior changes—essential reading for TypeScript developers.
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 2025-08-01
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
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
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
Building a Full-Stack App with React and Aspire: Step-by-Step Integration with ASP.NET Core Web APIIn this guide, Sayed Ibrahim Hashimi demonstrates how to construct a full-stack TODO application using React and Aspire, coupling a modern front-end with an ASP.NET Core Web API and persistent...
Microsoft .NET 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
Azure Developer CLI (azd) July 2025 Release: New Features, Enhancements, and Community UpdatesKristen Womack presents an in-depth overview of the Azure Developer CLI (azd) July 2025 release, highlighting major new features, key improvements, bug fixes, updated documentation, and community-driven templates for Azure...
Microsoft DevBlog 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
Announcing the Release Candidate of TypeScript 5.9: What's New and ImprovedDaniel Rosenwasser details the latest features and improvements in the TypeScript 5.9 Release Candidate. This update introduces new configuration defaults, deferred module imports, enhanced editor integration, and improvements based on...
Microsoft TypeScript 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
Announcing Microsoft.PowerShell.PlatyPS 1.0.0: PowerShell Help Authoring SimplifiedAuthored by Jason Helmick and Sean Wheeler, this post introduces Microsoft.PowerShell.PlatyPS 1.0.0, detailing the new capabilities and improvements for PowerShell help file authoring.
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-07-24
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
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
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
Azure Developer CLI: Build Once, Deploy Everywhere from Dev to Prod with One ClickAuthored by PuiChee (PC) Chan and Kristen Womack, this post guides readers through implementing a ‘build once, deploy everywhere’ CI/CD pipeline using Azure Developer CLI, conditional Bicep templates, and GitHub...
Microsoft DevBlog 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
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
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
.NET 10 Preview 6: New Features Across Runtime, SDK, Libraries, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and MoreIn this announcement, the .NET Team details the latest features and improvements in .NET 10 Preview 6, covering updates to the core runtime, SDK, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, .NET MAUI, and...
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-15
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
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
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
.NET and .NET Framework July 2025 Servicing Releases UpdatesAuthored by Tara Overfield and Victor Israel-Bolarinwa, this article outlines the latest servicing updates released for .NET and .NET Framework in July 2025.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-07-08
Announcing TypeScript 5.9 Beta: New Features, Improvements, and OptimizationsIn this post, Daniel Rosenwasser introduces TypeScript 5.9 Beta, highlighting important compiler and tooling updates. Developers are invited to try out new features and contribute feedback as TypeScript continues to...
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 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
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
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
Exploring Azure Developer CLI (azd) Extensions: Customizing Your Azure Development WorkflowKristen Womack delves into Azure Developer CLI (azd) extensions, outlining their features, use cases, installation process, and ways developers can build and contribute extensions to optimize Azure workflow customization.
Microsoft DevBlog 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
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
Simpler XAML in .NET MAUI 10David Ortinau discusses new features in .NET MAUI 10 that streamline XAML development, focusing on implicit and global namespaces to minimize verbosity and improve maintainability.
Microsoft .NET Blog 2025-06-26
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
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 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
Announcing Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.1.0Authored by Jason Helmick, this post announces the general availability of Microsoft Desired State Configuration (DSC) v3.1.0, outlining its new features, improvements, and installation instructions for different platforms.
Microsoft PowerShell 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
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
Security and Trust in Visual Studio Marketplace: Safeguarding Extensions for DevelopersAuthored by Sean, this article delivers a comprehensive overview of efforts to ensure extension security and developer trust in the Visual Studio Marketplace, outlining both current safeguards and planned investments....
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
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
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
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
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
Announcing TypeScript Native Previews: A Faster, Native Compiler and ToolsetIn this detailed announcement, Daniel Rosenwasser unveils the TypeScript Native Previews—offering a natively compiled TypeScript compiler and toolset in Go. The article covers installation, new features, ongoing limitations, and an...
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 2025-05-22
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
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
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
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
Azure SDK Release Highlights for April 2025: New Features, Platform Support, and Key UpdatesHector Norzagaray presents the April 2025 Azure SDK release update, highlighting new stable and beta libraries, essential platform advisories, and resources for further reading.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-25
Practical Insights on Using Azure Developer CLI (azd) for Migration ProjectsIn this post, Frank Boucher details firsthand lessons from migrating AzUrlShortener to Azure using the Azure Developer CLI (azd). Gain insights into automating IaC with Bicep, managing deployment pipelines, and...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-24
Introducing Modularized Azure SDK Libraries for JavaScriptQiaoqiao Zhang introduces the new modularized Azure SDK libraries for JavaScript, focusing on bundle size optimization, usability improvements, and architectural enhancements that benefit developers building Azure-integrated applications.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-23
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
Azure Toolkit for IntelliJ Brings Enhanced Java Code Quality Analyzer for Azure SDK DevelopmentSameeksha Vaity details the latest enhancements to the Azure Toolkit for IntelliJ, highlighting a powerful Java Code Quality Analyzer aimed at improving code quality, security, and performance for developers working...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-18
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
Introducing Spring Cloud Azure Starter Key Vault JCA for Streamlined TLS and mTLS in Spring BootMoary Chen introduces the Spring Cloud Azure Starter Key Vault JCA, showing how to streamline TLS and mTLS for Spring Boot using Azure Key Vault for secure certificate management.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-04-11
Azure SDK Release Highlights – March 2025Authored by Hector Norzagaray, this March 2025 Azure SDK release post highlights a major beta launch for Rust developers, updates across numerous programming languages, guidance regarding Node.js 18, and more....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-27
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
Authoring Enhancements in Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.0.0Authored by Jason Helmick, this post introduces key authoring enhancements in Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.0.0, designed to streamline the configuration and deployment processes for PowerShell and Azure environments.
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-03-12
Get Started with Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.0.0Jason Helmick walks through the installation and basics of Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.0.0, helping IT professionals and developers automate infrastructure management using PowerShell.
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-03-12
Announcing Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.0.0In this detailed announcement, Jason Helmick introduces Microsoft Desired State Configuration v3.0.0, highlighting its cross-platform capabilities, integration improvements, and significant differences from classic PowerShell DSC.
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-03-12
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
Replacing jackson-databind with azure-json and azure-xml in Azure SDK for JavaIn this post, Alan Zimmer explains how the Azure SDK for Java transitioned from jackson-databind to in-house azure-json and azure-xml libraries, exploring the technical motivations, migration details, and integration points...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-03-11
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
A 10x Faster TypeScript: Native Compiler Port and Performance RoadmapAnders Hejlsberg unveils major plans for TypeScript: a native compiler port offering significant speed and memory gains. This announcement details the benchmarks, roadmap, and expected impact on the developer workflow....
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 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
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
Announcing TypeScript 5.8: New Features and ImprovementsDaniel Rosenwasser announces TypeScript 5.8, detailing new type system features, improved Node.js module interop, and important optimizations. This post guides TypeScript users through the latest enhancements and key behavioral updates....
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 2025-02-28
Microsoft Update Changes for PowerShell 7: Expected Behavior and Update RulesIn this blog post, Steven Bucher from the PowerShell Team explains important changes to how Microsoft Update handles PowerShell 7 updates, including expected behaviors for LTS, stable, and preview versions....
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-02-27
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
Azure SDK Release Highlights and Notes for February 2025In this news update, Hector Norzagaray summarizes the key highlights and notes from the February 2025 Azure SDK release, including support advisories, new stable and beta library releases, and links...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-26
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
Announcing the First Beta Release of the Azure SDK for RustIn this post, Ronnie Geraghty announces the first beta release of the Azure SDK for Rust, providing official support for Rust developers working with Azure services like Identity, Key Vault,...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-19
Spring Cloud Azure: Latest Updates and Troubleshooting Tips for Java on AKSMoary Chen explores the latest advancements in Spring Cloud Azure with a special focus on Java applications deployed in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), offering comprehensive updates and troubleshooting tips.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-17
Announcing the Release Candidate (RC) of TypeScript 5.8In this article, Daniel Rosenwasser details the new features and changes in the Release Candidate of TypeScript 5.8, aimed at improving type checking, module interoperability, build performance, and compatibility with...
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 2025-02-13
PowerShell 7.5 GA is now availableJason Helmick announces the general availability of PowerShell 7.5, highlighting new features, improvements, and community contributions.
Microsoft PowerShell Blog 2025-02-12
Simplify Your .NET Data Transfers with the New Azure Storage Data Movement LibraryCharles Barnett introduces the new Azure Storage Data Movement library for .NET, highlighting its advanced features and modernization, and offering practical guidance for developers.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-12
Azure SDK for JavaScript Ending Support for Node.js 18.x After July 2025Authored by Maor Leger, this article details the timeline and implications of ending Node.js 18.x support in the Azure SDK for JavaScript, providing guidance on upgrading and support policies.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-11
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
Announcing Public Preview of Kiota Dart SupportMaisa Rissi introduces the public preview of Dart support in Kiota, detailing how developers can generate Dart API clients from OpenAPI specs and highlighting community-driven development.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-02-04
Dev Box Ready-To-Code: Microsoft’s 1ES Image Templates Streamline Team Development EnvironmentsIn this comprehensive post, Dmitry Goncharenko from Microsoft’s 1ES team shares how Ready-To-Code Dev Box image templates are used to standardize and automate development environments, demonstrating practical benefits and sharing...
Microsoft DevBlog 2024-12-11
Announcing TypeScript 5.7: Key Features and ImprovementsDaniel Rosenwasser announces the release of TypeScript 5.7, detailing key upgrades for developers. This update offers improved checks, modern JavaScript support, and faster editor experiences.
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 2024-11-22
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
Announcing TypeScript 5.7 RC: Key Features and UpdatesIn this detailed announcement, Daniel Rosenwasser introduces the TypeScript 5.7 RC, outlining major feature enhancements and important changes for TypeScript developers.
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 2024-11-08
Announcing TypeScript 5.7 BetaDaniel Rosenwasser announces the release of TypeScript 5.7 Beta, offering insights into new language features and improvements.
Microsoft TypeScript Blog 2024-10-09
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