Best of Azure — May 2025

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   Article

   Ubuntu·1y

   Building an end-to-end Retrieval- Augmented Generation (RAG) workflow

   This post provides a comprehensive guide on setting up a retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipeline using open source tools like Charmed OpenSearch and KServe, specifically in Azure and Ubuntu environments. It covers key components of a RAG system, including data processing, embedding models, retrieval, vector databases, and more, while emphasizing the importance of scalability, security, and the use of open source solutions.

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   Article

   Collections·1y

   Enhancing PostgreSQL Development with Microsoft's VS Code Extension

   Microsoft has launched a PostgreSQL extension for Visual Studio Code that aims to improve database management and development workflows. Features include GitHub Copilot integration, schema visualization, Docker container management, and Entra ID for secure connections. This extension provides tools for efficient, secure, and productive database interactions, particularly for those using Azure Database for PostgreSQL.

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   Video

   Microsoft Developer·1y

   Use VS Code to build AI apps and agents | BRK117

   The post discusses using VS Code to develop and deploy AI applications and agents with Azure services. It covers creating local AI agents using MCP servers for tool interfacing, employing GitHub Copilot for code generation, and utilizing Azure for scaling and deployment. It highlights the use of the Azure AI toolkit extension for model selection, prompt generation, and the configuration of AI agents. The post also showcases how to integrate Azure Foundry for secure and enterprise-scale AI agent management.

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