Browse Azure Blogs (20)
John Edward shares practical ways to control Azure-based copilot and AI agent spend, focusing on token discipline, caching, model selection, and ongoing governance so LLM solutions scale without surprise bills.
John Edward compares Microsoft Copilot Studio and Azure AI Agents (via Azure AI Foundry/Studio) to help architects choose between a low-code agent builder and a developer-driven platform based on flexibility, cost, scalability, and control.
Thomas Maurer shares a video conversation with Cynthia Treger about Azure hybrid networking in sovereign cloud scenarios, covering Microsoft’s global network, ExpressRoute vs internet-based VPN options, and what to consider for regional and inter-regional connectivity when connecting Azure Local and Azure Arc-enabled services.
John Edward explains how solution architects can use Microsoft’s Azure Global Infrastructure “Globe” experience to choose Azure regions and design for latency, compliance, availability, disaster recovery, and sustainability.
Thomas Maurer shares a conversation with Microsoft Senior Product Manager Pal Lakatos‑Toth about Azure’s built-in CIS Benchmarks and how they’re evolving from static checklists into platform-integrated, flexible security baselines for hybrid, sovereign, and regulated environments.
Heidi Hämäläinen explains why Microsoft Purview Data Governance can feel heavy at first, and why governed metadata (glossary, catalog, data products, and security foundations) matters for scalable analytics, ML, and GenAI work—especially when you need discoverability, compliance, and trust in production.
Thomas Maurer explains practical, supported ways to get hands-on with Azure Local before buying certified hardware, including a sandboxed Azure Jumpstart LocalBox setup and a Hyper‑V HomeLab evaluation approach, plus when to move to a real-hardware proof of concept.
Thomas Maurer introduces the Azure Local LENS Workbook, an open-source Azure Monitor solution that delivers fleet-level visibility and operational insights for large Azure Local deployments.
John Edward provides a comprehensive look at agentic AI in IT, showing how Microsoft Azure and related services create self-healing and intelligent operations through automation, monitoring, and AI-driven incident response.
Thomas Maurer shares the public release of the Sovereign Cloud MicroHack, a Microsoft-led workshop focused on building practical skills in deploying and securing sovereign workloads on Azure and its hybrid services.
Rick Strahl explains how to simplify and automate code signing for Windows binaries using Azure Trusted Signing and the dotnet sign tool, sharing technical setup and scripting tips for secure development workflows.
Thomas Maurer explains the concept and benefits of Sovereign Landing Zones (SLZ) on Microsoft Azure, highlighting their value for organizations facing strict sovereignty or regulatory requirements.
Thomas Maurer guides readers through deploying VMs on Azure Local using the Azure Portal, CLI, and Bicep, showing practical workflows for hybrid and sovereign cloud environments.
Lauri Lehman details how Microsoft Fabric IQ empowers enterprises to create intelligent AI agents directly integrated with organizational data, highlighting architectural patterns and practical considerations for developers and AI professionals.
Tim D'haeyer draws on both personal experience and technical depth to guide developers through safely handling special characters in user input, emphasizing SQL injection prevention and robust DevOps practices.
Hidde de Smet explains how teams can move from individual AI-powered workflows to collaborative, spec-driven development. Explore practical team setups, CI/CD integrations, and advanced architecture strategies to grow your next Microsoft-focused project.
Tim Anderson delivers a detailed analysis of Azure Artifact Signing, Microsoft's new service to streamline and secure code signing for Windows applications, addressing modern security requirements and developer workflows.
DevClass.com provides a technical overview of Microsoft's Azure Artifact Signing, detailing how it improves code signing for Windows apps. The article highlights new workflows, security enhancements, and developer-centric deployment options.
Steve Gordon explains how to use System.Text.Json's TypeInfoResolver modifier for property-level encryption in C#, outlining a practical approach to securing sensitive data that paves the way for future integration with Azure Key Vault.
Thomas Maurer, joined by Britt from Microsoft Azure, explains essential strategies and tools to estimate and optimize cloud costs using Microsoft Azure’s pricing resources and cost management features.