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Applying Context Windows, Plan Agent, and TDD with GitHub Copilot to Build a Countdown AppChris Reddington guides readers through his journey of building a celebratory countdown app with GitHub Copilot. The piece highlights context window management, leveraging the Plan agent, and practicing TDD, offering...
The GitHub Blog
2026-01-20
Microsoft Updates React Native for Windows: Comparing with MAUI for Cross-Platform DevelopmentTim Anderson explores Microsoft’s update to React Native Windows 0.81, comparing it with MAUI and analyzing the implications for developers seeking cross-platform frameworks.
DevClass
2026-01-20
Making foreach on an IEnumerable Allocation-Free in .NET with Reflection and Dynamic MethodsAndrew Lock explains how to make foreach iteration allocation-free on IEnumerable in .NET, leveraging Reflection.Emit and DynamicMethod for advanced memory optimization, with benchmarks and implications for earlier and modern .NET...
Andrew Lock's Blog
2026-01-20
Modernizing Spring Boot Applications with GitHub Copilot App Modernizationayangupta details how GitHub Copilot app modernization automates upgrading Spring Boot 2.x applications to 3.x, providing a guided path for code migration, dependency updates, and Java platform compatibility.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-20
Upgrade Your Java JDK (8, 11, 17, 21, or 25) with GitHub Copilot App Modernizationayangupta explains how GitHub Copilot app modernization automates Java JDK and framework upgrades, helping developers update dependencies and migrate build systems with minimal manual effort.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-20
Migrating Application Credentials to Azure Key Vault with GitHub Copilot App Modernizationayangupta presents a comprehensive walkthrough on using GitHub Copilot app modernization to migrate application secrets and credentials to Azure Key Vault, automating secure code changes and improving cloud security.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-20
Modernizing Applications by Migrating Code to Managed Identity with GitHub Copilot App ModernizationAuthored by ayangupta, this guide demonstrates how GitHub Copilot App Modernization assists developers in migrating applications to use Azure Managed Identity, automating code and configuration changes while improving security and...
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-20
Running Playwright Tests at Scale with Azure Playwright Testing Service (Preview)Adyshasnotes walks you through leveraging Azure Playwright Testing Service (Preview) to execute Playwright tests on cloud-hosted browsers using TypeScript, with step-by-step setup focused on Visual Studio/VS Code for modern DevOps...
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-19
Implementing Microsoft Entra On-Behalf-Of (OBO) Flow in Python MCP Servers with FastMCPPamela Fox provides an in-depth walkthrough on enabling delegated access in Python MCP servers using Microsoft Entra with the on-behalf-of flow. This technical article guides developers through secure integration steps...
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-19
From Vibe Coding to Spec-Driven Development: Part 3 – Best Practices and TroubleshootingHidde de Smet delivers a comprehensive field guide for developers mastering AI-assisted and spec-driven development. This post, Part 3 of his series, dives into debugging, best practices, troubleshooting, and automation...
Hidde de Smet's Blog
2026-01-19
Inside Octoverse 2025: Vibe Coding, Agentic AI, and Shifting Developer TrendsGitHub hosts Andrea and Kedasha chat with Jeff Luszcz in this insightful episode, unraveling the core findings from the Octoverse 2025 report. Learn how AI, Copilot, and new coding trends...
GitHub YouTube
2026-01-17
Recent and Upcoming Improvements in Azure ReposDan Hellem outlines the latest updates and upcoming features in Azure Repos, offering practical guidance on streamlined repository management for developers and DevOps professionals.
Microsoft DevOps Blog
2026-01-16
Introducing Administration Client Support for the Azure Service Bus EmulatorSannidhya_Glodha details how the Azure Service Bus emulator now supports the Administration Client, enabling developers to create, update, and delete entities locally—making local testing workflows and management much more dynamic....
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-16
Building an Agentic Memory System for GitHub CopilotTiferet Gazit explores how GitHub Copilot’s new agentic memory system empowers multiple Copilot agents—coding, CLI, and code review—to share validated knowledge across a repository, streamlining developer workflows.
The GitHub Blog
2026-01-15
What's New with Azure NetApp Files VS Code ExtensionGeertVanTeylingen explores the new capabilities in the Azure NetApp Files VS Code Extension, focusing on AI-driven productivity boosts, multi-tenant Azure management, and streamlined storage workflows for developers.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-15
Copilot Memories: Streamlining Team Coding with Visual StudioJessie Houghton introduces Copilot Memories, a new feature for Visual Studio users that automates capturing, sharing, and maintaining coding standards and preferences for development teams.
Microsoft VisualStudio Blog
2026-01-15
How the Microsoft SQL Team is Advancing SQL Tools and Developer ExperiencesMicrosoft Fabric Blog discusses the latest investments in SQL tooling, including integration with GitHub Copilot, DevOps features, and AI-assisted development to enhance productivity for database professionals and developers.
Microsoft Fabric Blog
2026-01-15
Building docfind: Fast Client-Side Search for VS Code Docs with Rust, WASM, and CopilotJoão Moreno from the VS Code team recounts building docfind—a Rust and WebAssembly-based client-side search engine—detailing the engineering journey, technical challenges, and the critical role GitHub Copilot played in delivering...
Visual Studio Code Releases
2026-01-15
Copilot SDK Technical Preview: Multi-Language Access to GitHub Copilot CLIAllison announces the technical preview of the Copilot SDK, providing developers with multi-language SDKs to integrate and extend GitHub Copilot CLI in Node.js, Python, Go, and .NET environments.
The GitHub Blog
2026-01-15
Encrypting Properties with System.Text.Json and a TypeInfoResolver Modifier (Part 1)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...
Steve Gordon's Blog
2026-01-14
Running AI Coding Agents with Dev Containers and GitHub CodespacesJames Montemagno from Visual Studio Code demonstrates how to set up Dev Containers and run AI coding agents within them, utilizing GitHub Codespaces for portable development. This guide is perfect...
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2026-01-14
.NET and .NET Framework January 2026 Servicing Releases UpdatesRahul Bhandari (MSFT) and Tara Overfield review the .NET and .NET Framework January 2026 servicing updates, summarizing new fixes, changelogs, and download resources for all supported versions.
Microsoft .NET Blog
2026-01-13
AI Toolkit for VS Code: January 2026 Update — Copilot Skills, Foundry Integration, and Dev Enhancementsjunjieli shares a major January 2026 update for the AI Toolkit in VS Code, spotlighting Copilot Agent Skills, Microsoft Foundry integration, enterprise auth improvements, and developer-focused local model tools.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-13
Static Egress Gateway in AKS: The Native Way to Control Multiple Outbound IPspjlewis demonstrates how to manage multiple outbound egress IPs natively in Azure Kubernetes Service using the Static Egress Gateway feature, providing clear, actionable implementation steps and security-focused considerations.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-13
.NET AI Community Standup: Building AI Apps with the New .NET AI StackBruno Capuano and Jeremy Likness host an unscripted .NET AI Community Standup, offering real-world advice and discussion on building AI applications using the new .NET AI stack.
DotNet YouTube
2026-01-13
How to Build Android Widgets with .NET MAUIToine de Boer explains how to create interactive Android widgets using .NET MAUI, sharing detailed techniques and code examples for building, configuring, and communicating with widgets from your app.
Microsoft .NET Blog
2026-01-12
How .NET’s Virtual Monorepo Synchronization Works: Technical Challenges and SolutionsPřemek Vysoký details the deep technical efforts behind synchronizing .NET’s many repositories in their Virtual Monolithic Repository, highlighting custom solutions, lessons learned, and ongoing DevOps challenges.
Microsoft .NET Blog
2026-01-12
Orchestrating Multiple AI Agents in VS Code: Insights from Ben & PengIn this episode, James interviews Ben and Peng from the VS Code team to discuss orchestrating multiple AI agents within Visual Studio Code. The conversation provides actionable advice for integrating...
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2026-01-12
From Vibe Coding to Spec-Driven Development: Practical Spec-Kit WorkflowHidde de Smet continues his AI-assisted development series by demonstrating the full Spec-Kit workflow—detailing how to move from requirements to production-ready code using .NET 9, Blazor, and GitHub Copilot. A...
Hidde de Smet's Blog
2026-01-12
Sustaining Homebrew: Leadership, Automation, and AI with Mike McQuaidIn this GitHub Podcast episode, GitHub hosts speak with Mike McQuaid, the lead maintainer of Homebrew, exploring leadership, automation, and the integration of GitHub Copilot and AI for open source...
GitHub YouTube
2026-01-10
Introducing Agent Skills in VS CodeIn this video, Visual Studio Code and James Montemagno showcase how developers can leverage Agent Skills in VS Code to customize their workflow and create new coding capabilities quickly.
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2026-01-09
ASP.NET Community Standup: What's Next for Orleans?Daniel Roth, Mike Kistler, and Reuben Bond discuss the future of Microsoft Orleans in this ASP.NET Community Standup, sharing insights on building robust distributed systems.
DotNet YouTube
2026-01-09
Designing a Future-Proof SharePoint Information ArchitectureIn this in-depth article, John Edward outlines the process and principles for designing a scalable, future-ready SharePoint Information Architecture, providing actionable steps and best practices for developers and architects.
Dellenny's Blog
2026-01-09
Why AI Is Pushing Developers Toward Typed LanguagesCassidy Williams analyzes why typed programming languages are surging in popularity, emphasizing how AI-generated code and tools like Copilot are redefining developer safety nets and code reliability.
The GitHub Blog
2026-01-08
Visual Studio Code December 2025 Release (v1.108): New Features and ImprovementsThe Visual Studio Code Team presents the December 2025 (v1.108) update, detailing new agent skill features, Copilot advancements, improved chat and terminal tools, and updates for developers and extension authors....
Visual Studio Code Releases
2026-01-08
Implementing the Agent-to-Agent (A2A) Protocol in .NET: A Practical GuideMariyamAshai lays out a step-by-step guide for building and integrating Agent-to-Agent protocol-compliant AI agents in .NET, covering setup, practical implementation, and industry-standard best practices.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-08
Secure and Intelligent: Queryable Encryption and Vector Search in MongoDB EF Core ProviderRishit Bhatia and Luce Carter discuss how developers can secure data and enable AI-powered search using Queryable Encryption and Vector Search in the MongoDB EF Core provider, with hands-on guidance...
Microsoft .NET Blog
2026-01-07
.NET MAUI on Linux with Avalonia: Community Standup RecapHosted by David Ortinau and the .NET community team, this video explores how Avalonia enables .NET MAUI apps to run on Linux, offering new options for cross-platform development.
DotNet YouTube
2026-01-07
Microsoft Open Sources XAML Studio and Highlights Visual Studio Designer ChallengesTim Anderson reports on Microsoft open sourcing XAML Studio, offering insights into the tool’s new status, ongoing development, and broader implications for the Windows desktop application developer community.
DevClass
2026-01-07
Building scalable, cost-effective real-time multiplayer games with Azure Web PubSubkevinguo shares how a game studio leveraged Azure Web PubSub to reimagine real-time multiplayer architectures, focusing on scalability, reliability, and cost-effective delivery at global scale.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-07
Blazor Community Standup: Planning the Future of Blazor in .NET 11Hosted by Daniel Roth, Javier Calvarro Nelson, and Larry Ewing, this standup explores upcoming themes and ideas shaping Blazor’s future in .NET 11, fostering community participation.
DotNet YouTube
2026-01-06
Building Space Invaders from Scratch with GitHub Copilot, AI Toolkit, and Azure DeploymentVisual Studio Code hosts David Roussett and Reynald Adolphe as they demonstrate building a Space Invaders game from scratch with GitHub Copilot, integrating AI and deploying to Azure.
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2026-01-05
Orleans Deep Dive: Routing, Placement & BalancingThe dotnet team, joined by Reuben Bond, Ledjon Behluli, David Pine, and Frank Boucher, delivers a technical deep dive into routing, placement, and load balancing in Orleans for .NET developers....
DotNet YouTube
2026-01-05
Generative AI with Large Language Models in C# in 2026Jeremy Likness introduces .NET developers to the essentials of generative AI with large language models, focusing on C# and the evolving Microsoft platform ecosystem.
Microsoft .NET Blog
2026-01-05
Logic Apps Aviators Newsletter - January 2026WSilveira curates the January 2026 Logic Apps Aviators Newsletter, covering Azure Logic Apps news, migration guidance, new AI capabilities, and real-world automation tips from product teams and community experts.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-05
Immersive Developer Learning with Visual Studio, .NET, Azure, and GitHub Copilot: VS Live! 2026 PreviewJim Harrer discusses the major focus areas of developer growth in 2026, emphasizing immersive events like VS Live! that feature Visual Studio 2026, .NET, Azure, and GitHub Copilot. The post...
Microsoft VisualStudio Blog
2026-01-05
Engineering a Local-First Agentic Podcast Studio with Microsoft Agent Frameworkkinfey presents an in-depth guide on building a local-first, multi-agent podcast studio using Microsoft’s Agent Framework, complete with orchestration techniques, local LLM deployment, and advanced audio synthesis methods.
Microsoft Tech Community
2026-01-05
Hands-On Lab: The Power of GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio CodeVisual Studio Code presents a hands-on lab exploring advanced GitHub Copilot features, including agent mode and cloud-based AI agents, to enhance developer productivity and workflow customization.
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2026-01-05
Exploring AI Features in Azure Managed PostgreSQLJohn Savill presents a comprehensive overview of AI features available within Azure Managed PostgreSQL, outlining integration methods, developer tooling, and practical scenarios for leveraging AI and vector search in the...
John Savill's Technical Training
2026-01-05
From Vibe Coding to Spec-Driven Development: Why AI-Generated Code Needs StructureHidde de Smet kicks off a deep-dive series on mastering AI-assisted development, highlighting why uncritical ‘vibe coding’ falls short and how specification-driven approaches like GitHub’s Spec-Kit help teams achieve robust...
Hidde de Smet's Blog
2026-01-05
How AI Influences Programming Language SelectionGitHub’s Idan Gazit explains how artificial intelligence is affecting programming language popularity, particularly highlighting TypeScript and the importance of static typing in AI-supported coding.
GitHub YouTube
2026-01-02
Recent updates to NetEscapades.EnumGenerators: new APIs and System.Memory supportAndrew Lock summarizes recent improvements to the NetEscapades.EnumGenerators package, including new APIs, advanced parsing options, and System.Memory support, offering insights for .NET developers seeking faster enum operations.
Andrew Lock's Blog
2026-01-02
Top .NET Videos and Live Streams of 2025: A Year in ReviewJon Galloway provides a detailed look at the top .NET videos and live streams of 2025, spotlighting technical tutorials, community sessions, and cutting-edge developments in the .NET landscape.
Microsoft .NET Blog
2025-12-31
Top .NET Blog Posts of 2025: .NET 10, AI Integrations, Performance, and ToolingJon Galloway highlights the defining .NET blog posts from 2025, including .NET 10’s release, practical AI and Copilot integrations, performance gains, developer tooling updates, and community events relevant to modern...
Microsoft .NET Blog
2025-12-30
Agentic AI, MCP, and Spec-Driven Development: The Biggest GitHub Dev Topics of 2025Natalie Guevara spotlights the most significant GitHub Blog posts of 2025, covering agentic AI, GitHub Copilot enhancements, the Model Context Protocol, and spec-driven development for software engineers.
The GitHub Blog
2025-12-30
How SRE Agent Closes the Developer Loop: Debugging and Fixing Azure Cloud App Failures with AIdchelupati demonstrates how Azure SRE Agent, in combination with Copilot and GitHub Coding Agent, enables developers to debug, document, and automatically fix complex infrastructure bugs in Azure app deployments using...
Microsoft Tech Community
2025-12-30
Scaling Context-Aware Workflows with GitHub Copilot in VS CodeVisual Studio Code demonstrates how to transform GitHub Copilot into a deeply context-aware AI pair programmer, with techniques for integrating your project’s architecture and team workflows.
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2025-12-29
Maximize Your Backlog Productivity with the WRAP Method and GitHub Copilot Coding AgentBrittany Ellich presents actionable strategies using the WRAP method to help developers manage and automate backlogs with GitHub Copilot coding agent, offering practical advice for issue writing and collaborative workflows....
The GitHub Blog
2025-12-26
How to Host ChatGPT Apps on Azure Functions: Developer GuideLily Ma presents a comprehensive developer guide for building and hosting ChatGPT apps on Azure Functions, covering architecture, integration, and deployment tips.
Microsoft Tech Community
2025-12-23
VS Code 2025: Year in Review with Burke Holland & Pierce BogganVisual Studio Code’s own Burke Holland and Pierce Boggan recap 2025’s advancements including Copilot Universe, Agent Modes, extensibility models, and AI-powered workflows for developers.
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2025-12-23
5 Podcast Episodes to Help You Build with Confidence in 2026Cassidy Williams curates five essential GitHub Podcast episodes for 2026, guiding listeners through AI tooling, open source sustainability, DIY development, and privacy-first automation to help developers and maintainers build confidently....
The GitHub Blog
2025-12-23
Fix It Before They Feel It: Proactive Reliability with Azure SRE Agentsaziz_msft introduces a hands-on guide to building self-healing production infrastructure with Azure SRE Agent, focusing on autonomous detection, remediation, and reporting of performance issues.
Microsoft Tech Community
2025-12-23
Unlocking the Power of VS Code's Simple Browser FeatureVisual Studio Code’s Justin Chen introduces the Simple Browser feature, detailing its uses for web development, AI workflows, and error analysis, helping developers enhance productivity.
Visual Studio Code YouTube
2025-12-22
How AI Fixed My Procrastination: Using Copilot and AI Agents in Visual Studio ProjectsMads Kristensen shares how using Copilot and AI agents in Visual Studio accelerated his web development, created a new programming language extension, and enabled efficient color theme creation—all while overcoming...
Microsoft VisualStudio Blog
2025-12-22
What Is Microsoft Agent Framework & Why Another Agent Framework?Learn Microsoft AI explains the Microsoft Agent Framework, highlighting its evolution from Semantic Kernel and AutoGen, and its advantages for building robust AI agent systems with .NET and Python.
Learn Microsoft AI Youtube
2025-12-22