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Use PostgreSQL as a managed service on Azure. As you build generative AI apps, explore advantages of Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server such as integration with Azure AI services, as well as extensibility and compatibility, integrated enterprise capabilities to protect data, and controls for managing business continuity. Charles Feddersen, product team lead for PostgreSQL on Azure, joins host Jeremy Chapman to share how Flexible Server is a complete PostgreSQL platform for enterprise and developers. [HEADING=3] [/HEADING] [HEADING=3] [/HEADING] [HEADING=3]Generate vector embeddings for data and images.[/HEADING] [HEADING=3][/HEADING] …

Evaluating the effectiveness of AI models in document data extraction. Comparing accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness between Small and Large Language Models (SLMs and LLMs). [HEADING=1]Context[/HEADING] As the adoption of AI in solutions increases, technical decision-makers face challenges in selecting the most effective approach for document data extraction. Ensuring high quality is crucial, particularly when dealing with critical solutions where minor errors have substantial consequences. As the volume of documents increases, it becomes essential to choose solutions that can scale efficiently without compromising performance. This article evalua…

GitHub is more than a code hosting service - it’s a platform where millions of developers around the world connect, collaborate, innovate, and learn in a vibrant community. In this article, I present 8 repositories with free course tracks created by Microsoft’s technical community, a reliable source of resources and knowledge, offering various learning paths for beginners in different areas of technology. [HEADING=1]8 Learning Paths for Beginners on GitHub[/HEADING] [HEADING=2]IoT for Beginners[/HEADING] Explore the vast universe of the Internet of Things (IoT) through our 12-week curriculum. With 24 carefully crafted lessons, you'll be guided through the funda…

Since its first release in December 2022, Azure OpenAI Service has continuously worked to meet developers where they are with rich, idiomatic client libraries that expand on OpenAI’s language availability in Python and JavaScript with options for .NET, Java, and Go development. This week, we’re excited to share two major announcements for .NET customers: the preview release of OpenAI’s official .NET library and the matched update of the preview Azure OpenAI Service client library for .NET. [HEADING=2].NET becomes OpenAI’s third officially supported language[/HEADING] As recently announced on the official .NET blog, OpenAI this week released a new OpenAI 2.0.0-be…

We are introducing a new capability that allows developers to write .NET C# script right within the Logic Apps designer. This complements the custom code feature that we introduced previously for invoking .NET FX and NET8 functions written and deployed to a Logic App. This new capability provides the following benefits: Extending our strategy to provide a no-cliff extensibility to our low code offering giving our developers the flexibility and tools needed to solve toughest integration problems. Our development experience within azure portal in Azure portal is what many of our developers first go to when starting to build solution using Logic Apps and this new …

The Health and Life Sciences Data Platform team recently released an update to the FHIRlink connector introducing support for EPIC® on FHIR® connectivity. This is our initial release of connectivity for EPIC® on FHIR® application registrations configured with an application audience of Patient or Clinicians/Administrative Users. [HEADING=1]Epic® on FHIR®[/HEADING] Epic® is a cloud-based Electronic Health Record (EHR) solution widely used in the healthcare industry and across the globe. Epic® on FHIR® is the integration of Epic's electronic health record (EHR) system with the Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR®) standard. These REST endpoints enable Epi…

In October 2020, Microsoft released Cloud for Healthcare as its first Industry Cloud offering. This cloud solution empowers our healthcare focused partners and customers to rapidly develop business and clinical applications on Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft’s low code/no code solution platform. This capability now lives under Microsoft’s Health and Life Sciences portfolio as Healthcare Data Solutions for Power Platform. In this post, we will discuss key elements of Healthcare Data Solutions for Power Platform and kick off a series that highlights how to leverage Healthcare Data Solutions to build Healthcare solutions on Power Platform. [HEADING=1]Wh…

Looking to discover the latest integration breakthroughs and connect with experts on a global scale? The Integrate 2024 conference, taking place June 10-11 in London, is a valuable opportunity for developers to stay up to date on the latest integration trends, network with peers, and gain practical skills that can be applied in their work. We’ll be there demonstrating the latest and greatest Azure Integration Services offerings. Claim your spot today! In this blog we’ll explore key themes and concepts at Integrate 2024. We’ll go in-depth on some of the most exciting Microsoft sessions on the agenda, including Azure Integration Services advancements in generative A…

[HEADING=1] [/HEADING] [HEADING=1]Configuration Manager now supports SQL Extended Protection for Authentication[/HEADING] Configuration Manager now supports SQL Extended Protection for Authentication. It's a security feature that enhances protection against MITM attacks, making SQL Server more secure when connections are made using Extended Protection. These enhancements collectively reduce the risk of unauthorized access and protect sensitive data managed by the SQL Server Database Engine. For more information, see Connect to the Database Engine Using Extended Protection [HEADING=1]BitLocker support in Arm devices[/HEADING] Configuration …

Navigating the intricate world of technology requires more than just expertise; it demands the ability to share that knowledge effectively. This article embarks on a journey to uncover the most effective strategies for crafting presentations tailored for the tech-savvy audience. We will dissect the elements that make a presentation not just informative, but memorable and engaging. From leveraging the latest tools to understanding the nuances of audience engagement, we aim to provide a comprehensive guide that empowers tech professionals to deliver their message with precision and impact. We'll discuss these strategies with U.S. M365 MVP Melissa Marshall. MVP Me…

Issue An issue was brought to our attention recently where an azure SQL DB was throwing TempDB related errors although the customer felt that the TempDB usage never came close to the value published in the official Microsoft document. Here’s the error the customer had complained about: Error Here is a more detailed error text : The database 'tempdb' has reached its size quota. Partition or delete data, drop indexes, or consult the documentation for possible resolutions.'. Possible failure reasons: Problems with the query, 'ResultSet' property not set correctly, parameters not set correctly, or connection not established correctly. WorkAround/Fix…

[HEADING=1]Single-region deployment without Global Reach, using Secure Virtual WAN Hub with Routing-Intent[/HEADING] This article describes the best practices for connectivity and traffic flows with single-region Azure VMware Solution when using Azure Secure Virtual WAN with Routing Intent. You learn the design details of using Secure Virtual WAN with Routing-Intent without Global Reach. This article breaks down Virtual WAN with Routing Intent topology from the perspective of an Azure VMware Solution private cloud, on-premises sites, and Azure native. The implementation and configuration of Secure Virtual WAN with Routing Intent are beyond the scope and aren't discusse…

In this blog series dedicated to Microsoft's technical articles, we'll highlight our MVPs' favorite article along with their personal insights. Tomokazu Kizawa, Windows and Devices MVP, Japan Introducing the ultimate Copilot+ PCs – The all-new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop | Microsoft Devices Blog (windows.com) “The Copilot+ PC is a new PC concept that allows AI processing, which was previously done in the cloud, to be performed at the edge (on the PC itself). It requires an NPU capable of performing 40 trillion operations per second, high-speed and large-capacity memory, and fast storage. The Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7, equipped with Qualcomm's…

We continue to expand the Azure Marketplace ecosystem. For this volume, 207 new offers successfully met the onboarding criteria and went live. See details of the new offers below: [HEADING=2]Get it now in our marketplace[/HEADING] [attachment=54000:name] Application Development: This solution from IDC can serve various purposes and use different technologies depending on your project's goals and target platforms. It can streamline business processes, enhance user experience, provide analytics and insights, and improve customer engagement. Technologies used include HTML, CSS, JavaScript, web components, web frameworks, AI, and databases. [attachment=54001:name…

Previously we introduced Getting started with Azure Cosmos Database (A Deep Dive) blog which is an end-to-end introduction of Azure Cosmos DB. In this blog we are going to talk about one of the Azure Cosmos Database API known as Apache Gremlin. Graph databases are a powerful way to model and query complex relationships in your data. Let’s dive into working with Azure Cosmos DB for Apache Gremlin, which provides a graph database service. [HEADING=1]What's covered in this blog[/HEADING] Need for a Graph database Challenge: Mapping Relationships and Insights What is Apache Gremlin? Azure Cosmos DB for Apache Gremlin Benefits for Gremlin API Common…

The quarterly release cadence for SqlPackage and DacFx continues with the 162.3.563 release on June 6, 2024. The most notable change in this version is the preview release of a target platform for Fabric mirrored SQL databases. The 162.3.563 release also includes fixes related to script parsing (ScriptDOM) and deployments. Read more about the fixes in the SqlPackage release notes. [HEADING=1]Target platforms in SQL projects[/HEADING] SQL projects are a logical framework around your database code and this sets the foundation for two development capabilities: Build-time validation of references between objects and the syntax against a specific version of SQL …

Learn more about monitoring database availability for Azure SQL Database using the SLA compliant availability metric. Resources: Azure SQL DB availability portal metric Monitoring Azure SQL Database with metrics and alerts - Azure SQL Database View/share our latest episodes on Microsoft Learn and ! Continue reading...

Afia Boakye and Rebecca Wambua AI empowers businesses to innovate, streamline operations, and deliver exceptional value. With the upcoming Windows Server 2025 Datacenter and Azure Stack HCI 24H2 releases, Microsoft is empowering customers to lead their businesses through the AI revolution. Here is what Hari Pulapaka, GM of Windows Server at Microsoft, says about how Windows Server empowers customers with AI: Windows Server 2025 is well positioned to help our customers be part of the AI revolution with its advanced GPU capabilities, allowing our customers to do training, learning, or inferencing using powerful NVIDIA GPUs. GPUs are essential for …

Hi! I written several posts about how to use Local Large Language Models with C#. But what about Small Language Models? Well, today's demo is an example on how to use SLMs this with ONNX. So let's start with a quick intro to Phi-3, ONNX and why to use ONNX. And then, let's showcase some interesting code sample and respirces. In the Phi-3 C# Labs sample repo we can find several samples, including a Console Application that loads a Phi-3 Vision model with ONNX, and analyze and describe an image. [HEADING=1]Introduction to Phi-3 Small Language Model[/HEADING] The Phi-3 Small Language Model (SLM) represents a groundbreaking advanceme…

We are thrilled to announce that Microsoft Copilot for Security, the first Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) security solution, has earned the prestigious ISO 27001, 27017, and 27018 certifications. Copilot for Security streamlines compliance endeavors by meeting rigorous regulatory standards. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is renowned for developing market-relevant international standards that drive innovation and address global challenges. Among these standards are those pertaining to information security, which encompass the establishment, implementation, and enhancement of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). …

As the current school year ends, and educators prepare for the next academic term, many school technology leaders are looking for a fresh approach to streamline their practices and simplify their data integrations. With the discontinuation of Grade Sync for Microsoft Teams, they are seeking innovative solutions to simplify data management processes, especially concerning the transfer of assignments and grade data from Microsoft Teams.   Authentica seed™ for Teams Grade Passback  Authentica Solutions Grade Passback offering is a turnkey integration that allows the synchronization of assignments and grade data from Microsoft Teams to a variety of Student Informa…

[HEADING=1]Introduction[/HEADING] Achieving maximum performance in PTU environments requires sophisticated handling of API interactions, especially when dealing with rate limits (429 errors). This blog post introduces a technique that exemplifies how to maintain optimal performance using Azure OpenAI's API by intelligently managing rate limits. This method strategically switches between PTU and Standard deployments, enhancing throughput and reducing latency. [HEADING=2]Initial Interaction[/HEADING] The client initiates contact by sending a request to the PTU model. [HEADING=2]Successful Response Handling[/HEADING] If the response from the PTU model …

If you still haven’t made the move from Windows 10, the good news is that a well-executed upgrade can be seamless and user-friendly, all while carrying forward your investment in Windows 10. Check out the following resources to help you plan, prepare, and deploy Windows 11. Time to learn: 134 minutes [HEADING=2][attachment=53962:name]LEARN[/HEADING] Plan to deploy updates for Windows clients and Microsoft 365 apps Making a good plan starts with understanding what you’re planning for. In this learning module, you’ll learn all about the Windows servicing process, and how you can use it to optimize your update experience. (46 mins) Windows 10 + Micro…

Debuggability of test scripts during load testing is crucial for identifying and resolving issues early in the testing process. It allows you to validate the test configuration, understand the application behavior under load, and troubleshoot any issues that arise. Today, we are excited to introduce Debug mode in Azure Load Testing, which enables running low scale test runs with better debuggability and enhanced logging. [HEADING=1]Why Debug Mode?[/HEADING] Debug mode is designed to help you validate your test configuration and application behavior by running a load test with a single engine for up to 10 minutes. It provides debug logs for the test script, and r…

Introduction: Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you wanted to prioritize the riskiest misconfigurations on cloud workloads across Azure, AWS, and GCP? Have you ever wondered how to implement a unified dashboard for cloud security posture across a multicloud environment? This article covers how you can achieve these scenarios by using Defender Cloud Security Posture Management's (CSPM) native support for resources inside Azure, and resources in AWS and/or GCP. For more information about Defender for Cloud’s multicloud support you can start at The Defender for Cloud multicloud solution - Microsoft Defender for Cloud To help you un…