GitHub Actions Policy Adds Blocking and SHA Pinning for Enhanced SecurityAllison outlines recent improvements to GitHub Actions policies, focusing on blocking vulnerable actions and enforcing SHA pinning to enhance repository and workflow security.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-15
CodeQL Expands Support for Kotlin and Improves Static Analysis AccuracyAllison reports on recent updates to CodeQL, featuring expanded Kotlin support, enhanced Rust analysis, and improved query accuracy for JavaScript and React, ensuring better static analysis and security scanning for...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-14
Clearer Pull Request Reviewer Status and Enhanced Email Filtering in GitHubAllison introduces two improvements to GitHub: clearer distinctions for pull request reviewer status to improve accessibility, and added metadata in email notifications for easier filtering and issue tracking.
The GitHub Blog 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
Expanded File Type Support for GitHub AttachmentsAllison explains recent improvements to GitHub that enable uploading a broader range of file types as attachments in issues, pull requests, and discussions, enhancing collaboration for developers.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-14
GitHub Enterprise Importer Incident and IP Range Update: July 2025 Availability ReportJakub Oleksy reports on the July 2025 service disruption affecting GitHub Enterprise Importer, focusing on incident details, infrastructure changes, updated IP allow list requirements for Azure and other cloud migrations,...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-13
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
GitHub MCP Server Enhances Secret Scanning and Push Protection for Public RepositoriesAllison introduces major enhancements in secret scanning and push protection for the GitHub MCP server, explaining how these features help secure public repository workflows against credential leaks and prompt injection...
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-13
How the International Telecommunication Union Open Sourced Its Tech: A Four-Step GuideJoshua Ku shares actionable insights on how the International Telecommunication Union transitioned its closed technology stack to open source, offering a structured, four-step process for organizations considering a similar move....
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-13
Azure DevOps Improves OAuth Client Secret Security: Secrets Now Shown Only OnceAngel Wong announces an important change to how Azure DevOps handles OAuth client secrets, introducing a ‘show-once’ system to improve security and retiring the existing secret retrieval API.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-08-13
Secret Scanning Expands Support: 12 New Token Validators Added to GitHubAllison reports on GitHub’s secret scanning improvements, highlighting expanded support for 12 new token types and enhanced credential validity checks to bolster repository security.
The GitHub 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
Secret Validity Checks Launch in GitHub Advanced Security for Azure DevOpsMichael Omokoh introduces the secret validity checks feature in GitHub Advanced Security for Azure DevOps, showing how developers and security teams can now prioritize remediation of live secrets and stay...
Microsoft DevBlog 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
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
Dependabot Reviewers Option Removed in Favor of GitHub Code OwnersAllison shares details on the removal of the Dependabot reviewers configuration on GitHub, explaining how users can transition to using code owners for repository management.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-08
Upcoming changes to GitHub Events API payloadsAllison provides an overview of upcoming changes to the GitHub Events API, detailing improvements in performance and recommendations for developers who rely on this API.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-08
Indemnity and Liability Updates for GitHub Enterprise Pre-release SoftwareAllison explains recent changes to GitHub’s pre-release license terms, highlighting added indemnity and changes to liability for enterprise volume licensing customers.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-08
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
GitHub Changes Default Tab Size from Eight to Four SpacesAllison explains GitHub’s change to make four spaces the default tab size for code and code snippets, aiming for a more consistent and developer-friendly viewing experience.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-07
Contributing Guidelines Now Visible in GitHub Repository Tab and SidebarAllison introduces a GitHub platform update that surfaces contributing guidelines in the repository overview tab and sidebar, improving new contributor onboarding and repository usability.
The GitHub Blog 2025-08-07
Single Sign-On Banners Consolidated Across GitHubAllison details GitHub’s new consolidated single sign-on banner experience, highlighting how it streamlines SSO notifications for organization members and improves account management.
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
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
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
Spark Updates: Enhanced Reliability, Seed Data, and Improved PerformanceAllison discusses recent Spark updates delivered by GitHub, focusing on reliability, seed data prepopulation, performance enhancements, and user experience improvements for app developers.
The GitHub Blog 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
.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 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
Unlocking Flexibility in Fabric: Introducing Multiple Scheduler and CI/CD SupportThis article by the Microsoft Fabric Blog details the new Multiple Scheduler and CI/CD support in Fabric, highlighting key enhancements for scheduling and deployment workflows.
Microsoft Fabric Blog 2025-08-05
Automate Open-Source Dependency Scanning in Azure DevOps with Advanced SecurityLaura Jiang explores automating open-source dependency scanning in Azure DevOps with GitHub Advanced Security, focusing on setup, integration, and how results are surfaced for developers.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-08-04
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
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
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
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
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
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
Terraform Provider for Microsoft Fabric: #3 Creating a Workload Identity with Fabric PermissionsMicrosoft Fabric Blog explores how to create a workload identity with proper Fabric permissions using Terraform, building upon earlier configuration and admin resource setup advice.
Microsoft Fabric Blog 2025-07-30
From First Commits to Big Ships: Announcing the GitHub Open Source PodcastIn this introduction by Abigail Cabunoc Mayes, discover the GitHub Podcast, a new series focusing on open source community stories, insights from maintainers, and discussions on trends such as AI...
The GitHub 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
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
Azure Container Options: Operational Responsibility and Choosing the Right ServiceWritten by Shree Chinnasamy and Priyanka Vergadia, this article helps Azure customers navigate the process of choosing the best Azure container service by examining operational responsibility, use cases, and the...
Microsoft DevBlog 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 to Streamline GitHub API Calls in Azure Pipelines Using a Custom DevOps ExtensionWritten by Tiago Pascoal, this post details how to build a custom Azure DevOps extension for secure, efficient, and centralized authentication with GitHub APIs from Azure Pipelines, streamlining automation and...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-24
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
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
Project Flash: Enhancing Azure Virtual Machine Availability MonitoringWritten by Mark Russinovich, this blog offers an in-depth look at Project Flash—a cross-division Azure initiative—outlining its latest advancements in virtual machine availability monitoring, new integrations, and real-world benefits for...
The Azure Blog 2025-07-23
We Need a European Sovereign Tech Fund to Sustain Open Source SoftwareAuthored by Felix Reda, this article calls for greater public investment in open source software through a proposed European Sovereign Tech Fund, highlighting GitHub’s policy efforts and recommendations to address...
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-23
Terraform Provider for Microsoft Fabric: Using MCP Servers and Fabric CLIAuthored by the Microsoft Fabric Blog, this article presents practical advice for leveraging the Terraform Provider and Fabric CLI for automating Microsoft Fabric resource administration.
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
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
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
How to Catch GitHub Actions Workflow Injections Before Attackers DoIn this article, Dylan Birtolo addresses strategies for detecting and mitigating GitHub Actions workflow injections, offering practical guidance on boosting repository security.
The GitHub Blog 2025-07-16
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
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
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
July Patches for Azure DevOps Server Now AvailableAuthored by Gloridel Morales, this post announces July patches for Azure DevOps Server, highlighting key fixes and steps for users to ensure secure and updated deployments.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-07-09
Markdown Support Now Available for Azure DevOps Work ItemsDan Hellem introduces general availability of Markdown support for large text fields in Azure DevOps work items, detailing opt-in features, conversion steps, REST API usage, and release process.
Microsoft DevBlog 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
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
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
Removing Azure Resource Manager Reliance on Azure DevOps Sign-insAngel Wong announces important authentication updates for Azure DevOps, moving away from Azure Resource Manager dependence for Entra sign-ins. This guide helps administrators prepare for the coming changes in Conditional...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-25
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
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
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
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
June Patches Released for Azure DevOps Server 2022.2: Improvements & Important UpdatesGloridel Morales announces the June patches for Azure DevOps Server 2022.2, highlighting Test Plans enhancements and addressing an ongoing issue with Patch 6, along with installation recommendations and verification steps....
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-10
How GitHub Engineers Solve Platform Problems: Best Practices and Lessons from InfrastructureFabian Aguilar Gomez shares GitHub’s approach to tackling platform problems, offering insights into best practices for engineers in large-scale infrastructure and platform teams.
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-06-10
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
Restricting PAT Creation in Azure DevOps Preview: New Granular Controls for AdministratorsWritten by Angel Wong, this article explores the new preview policy in Azure DevOps to restrict personal access token creation. It details how organizations can reduce PAT usage and strengthen...
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-05
GitHub Secret Protection and Code Security Now Available for Azure DevOpsLaura Jiang introduces the new standalone GitHub Secret Protection and GitHub Code Security products for Azure DevOps, highlighting their features, pricing structure, and steps for implementation within organizations.
Microsoft DevBlog 2025-06-02
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
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
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
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
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
How GitHub Issues Search Now Supports Nested Queries and Boolean OperatorsIn this article, Deborah Digges explains the major overhaul to GitHub Issues search, introducing nested queries and boolean logic. The post details architectural changes, implementation steps, and risk mitigation for...
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-05-13
Advanced Methods for Annotating Design System Components: Making Accessibility a PriorityJan Maarten discusses advanced methods for annotating design system components, offering insights from GitHub’s experience with Primer, custom annotation strategies, and using Figma’s Code Connect to strengthen accessibility before development....
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-05-09
Design System Annotations, Part 1: Bridging Accessibility Gaps in Primer ComponentsAuthored by Jan Maarten, this article discusses how GitHub’s Accessibility Design team developed a new system of annotations to address persistent accessibility challenges in design system components and streamline the...
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-05-09
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
Building a More Accessible GitHub CLI: Improving Terminal Accessibility for DevelopersIn this insightful article, Ryan Hecht shares GitHub’s journey to improve the accessibility of its CLI. The post explores the challenges and solutions in making terminal-based tools more inclusive for...
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-05-02
How the GitHub CLI Enables Triangular Workflows for Advanced Git CollaborationTyler McGoffin discusses the GitHub CLI’s new support for triangular workflows, providing advanced collaboration capabilities for developers. Explore Git fundamentals, workflow configuration, and how the updated CLI simplifies pull request...
GitHub Engineering Blog 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
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 Sub-Issues: Enhancing Issue Management on GitHubWritten by Shaun Wong, this post details the development of GitHub’s sub-issues feature, from technical implementation to organizational benefits, offering insight into enhanced project and issue management practices.
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-04-12
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
How Engineers Can Use One-on-Ones with Their Manager to Accelerate Career GrowthIn this article, Dalia Abuadas discusses how engineers can use one-on-ones with their managers for meaningful career growth, moving beyond status updates to strategic alignment and problem-solving.
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-03-27
IssueOps: Automate CI/CD (and more!) with GitHub Issues and ActionsIn this comprehensive article, Nick Alteen introduces the concept of IssueOps, showing how GitHub Issues can be leveraged to automate CI/CD workflows, approval processes, and more using GitHub Actions and...
GitHub Engineering Blog 2025-03-19
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Common Annotated Security Keys: Enhancing Token Format Security with CASK at Microsoft and GitHubIn this article, Michael C. Fanning details how GitHub and Microsoft are advancing secure secret management through the Common Annotated Security Standard (CASK), outlining its technical features and its role...
Microsoft DevBlog 2024-09-25