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.NET @dot.net · 14h

Today's One Dev Question...
Why is everyone suddenly talking about AI agents?
This answers your question: msft.it/63325sIhox

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.NET @dot.net · 19h

AI isn’t just in the cloud—what about local?
#dotNETRocks and Joe Finney discuss running machine learning models locally. Joe dives into hardware trade-offs, cost vs. security, and productivity when hosting local models. Listen now: msft.it/63325sLHyV
#MachineLearning #AI

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.NET @dot.net · 23h

Join us for the official kickoff (October 14) of the AKS Automatic Hackathon, a four-week virtual challenge designed to empower developers to build intelligent, scalable, and cloud-native solutions using AKS Automatic and other Azure services.

Save the date: msft.it/63322sLHG0

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.NET @dot.net · 1d

Drop in on today's #MergeConflict podcast as Frank and James set out to build some fun new apps in under a day and bring you along for the ride: 🎧 msft.it/63320sL6tK

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with Frank Krueger and James Montemagno

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.NET @dot.net · 1d

.NET Devs... 📬 Check your inbox — the Monthly #VisualStudio newsletter just dropped! Inside: a sneak peek at the roadmap for AI, what’s new in .NET 10, exclusive perks for Insiders, and discounts to VSLive! Missed it? Opt in now to get November’s edition 👉 aka.ms/VSSOptIn 💡
#dotNET

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.NET @dot.net · 1d

📣 .NET Conf is on its way!! 🎉
Celebrate and learn about what you can do with .NET 10 at the biggest .NET virtual event in the world!
November 11-13 〰️ Save the date
msft.it/63328sL6vs
#dotNETConf

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Nov. 11-13
Save the date
www.dotnetconf.net

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.NET @dot.net · 1d

‼️ LIVE at 9AM PT ‼️
Turn data into insights with Copilot and Data Agents in Microsoft Fabric ✅

In this session, we learn how Copilot accelerates analytics by generating queries, building models, and creating visualizations using natural language. Join us: msft.it/63320sL6xM

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9 October, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (UTC-07:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)

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.NET @dot.net · 2d

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Sharp & Unfiltered Ep 3
In this deeply personal and energizing conversation, we explore how late #ADHD diagnoses reshaped hosts Mads Torgersen and Klaus Loffelmanns' self-awareness, creativity, and productivity.
🎧 Watch now: msft.it/63320s0dq0

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ADHD: Adapting and thriving

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.NET @dot.net · 2d

Drop in on the session replay of the .NET MAUI Community Toolkit Monthly Standup for October 2025 where we discuss the current happenings in the .NET MAUI Community Toolkit! 🎥 msft.it/63323sI4sd
#dotNETMAUI

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.NET @dot.net · 2d

Microsoft Agent Framework Preview is here, bringing intelligent agents to the .NET ecosystem and making it easier to build apps that reason, plan, and act. Seamlessly integrating with .NET tools and services.

Read more in the #dotNET Blog, msft.it/63320sIfq4
#dotnet #AI

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.NET @dot.net · 2d

Visual Studio 17.14 is out! 🎉
✅ AI-powered Profiler Agent for easier performance tuning
✅ .NET app modernization agent for Azure
✅ Smarter Copilot Agent Mode
Read more: msft.it/63324sI42o
#VisualStudio #dotNET

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Visual Studio 2022
September 2025 update
Profiler Agent
Find and fix performance issues in your app with Copilot and the performance profiler.
.NET App Modernization
Upgrade your .NET apps effortlessly with Copilot.
Agent Improvements
More reliable and responsive agent with a better user experience.
MCP Prompts, Resources, and Sampling
Mermaid Support
Generate Mermaid with Copilot and render the diagrams directly in your editor.
Code Review
Experience smarter code reviews, powered by the advanced reasoning models and improved prompting.
🔗 More at aka.ms/vs/relnotes

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.NET @dot.net · 3d

Want to start building AI-powered agents in your apps?

TODAY at 10AM PT, we walk through the fundamentals of the Microsoft Agent Framework with .NET and how to design, orchestrate, and run agents, with demos based on the latest Microsoft resources. 🎥 msft.it/63322sIfWs

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.NET @dot.net · 3d

Supercharge your .NET app modernization with GitHub Copilot!

In this video, we learn how GitHub Copilot automates app and code updates, reduces bugs and security risks, and speeds up team velocity.

Get started: msft.it/63329sIFsl

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.NET @dot.net · 3d

In this #OneDevQuestion, we examine a design-time blueprint for security to make sure you’ve asked the right questions about authentication, data protection, and privilege before you ship your app. Check it out: msft.it/63322sa876

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.NET @dot.net · 3d

Happening today at 4:00 PM PT: #ASPNET Community Standup: Razor Reloaded

Get an inside look at the latest Razor tooling and Hot Reload enhancements coming to Visual Studio 2026 Insiders, straight from the team building it!

See you here: msft.it/63324sa8i0

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.NET @dot.net · 4d

Want to build applications with generative AI in Python? There's a nine-part series on that. Sessions run Oct 7 - 23 and will be available on-demand immediately after livestream airs. Pick your sessions and set your reminders: msft.it/63327sa6x9

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.NET @dot.net · 4d

Great code starts with great culture. In this episode of the Modern .NET Show, msft.it/63326sa64y shares why empathy, compassion, and psychological safety are as vital to open-source success as technical skills.

Listen now: msft.it/63327sa64J
#ASPNETCore

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.NET @dot.net · 4d

.NET Aspire 9.5 is here! Build distributed apps faster with:
- Seamless upgrades
- Single-file AppHost for simple setup
- AI integration
- Dev Tunnels for secure sharing
- Dashboard upgrades + YARP static file support

Dive into the details: msft.it/63328saB6j
#dotNET #ASPNETCore

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CLI Enhancements
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Dashboard Improvements
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.NET @dot.net · 4d

In today's On .NET, we discover the REPR pattern and how FastEndpoints helps us build cleaner, more maintainable APIs.

Learn to separate concerns, validate requests, and return focused responses—without the controller bloat.
msft.it/63323saB1S
#dotnet #FastEndpoints

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.NET @dot.net · 7d

Model Context Protocol (MCP) might sound abstract, but Damian Brady breaks down why it matters for developers. Hint: it’s about giving tools like GitHub Copilot the power to actually do things, not just suggest code. 🎥 msft.it/63320stStY

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.NET @dot.net · 7d

How has AI changed coding with #VSCode? #dotNETRocks and @JamesMontemagno discuss LLM models, the differences in approaches between Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code, and using AI tools to answer questions about errors, generate code, and manage projects.
🎧 msft.it/63326stSsk

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.NET @dot.net · 7d

Big news for .NET MAUI developers!
Google Play now supports 16 KB page sizes, making it easier to publish apps built with #dotNETMAUI on Android devices using modern hardware.

Learn how this impacts your MAUI projects and what steps you need to take: msft.it/63324stSSk

Preparing Your .NET MAUI Apps for Google Play's 16 KB Page Size Requirement - .NET Blog

Learn about the upcoming 16 KB page size requirement for Google Play and how to ensure your .NET MAUI apps are ready for the November 2025 deadline.

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.NET @dot.net · 8d

From Xamarin MVP to shaping the future of cross-platform dev—Jon Peppers shares his journey and insights on the #dotNETMAUI team. Hear how his experience spans everything from WPF self-checkout systems to home automation on Extreme Home Makeover. Listen now: msft.it/63325ssG2W

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.NET @dot.net · 8d

Bring your ideas to life with .NET!
The new Text-to-Image capabilities in #dotNET let you generate stunning visuals from natural language prompts using a consistent, extensible API.

Explore how to integrate this game-changing feature into your apps. Read more: msft.it/63323ssGFJ

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.NET @dot.net · 9d

➡️ TODAY at 8AM PT - LIVE from PRAGUE⬅️
Join the .NET MAUI team for a special live stream from the Microsoft office in Prague. Demos, questions, and tons of fun are on the agenda.
See you here: msft.it/63321ssGLV

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