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Hey, developers! Need a tool to test API calls, and to simulate errors to improve your apps? Here we go! Test out the new Microsoft 365 Developer Proxy (formerly known as Microsoft Graph Developer Proxy)! The main idea of the tool is to check if your apps properly handle API errors. But, there are some really cool features in the latest version, such as “Detect over-consented apps that use Microsoft Graph”. ...

Commsverse is a dedicated Microsoft Teams community conference focused on improving the use of Microsoft Teams and Viva technologies in the workplace. The conference took place from 21-22 June 2023 in the Brooklands motor racing circuit in Weybridge, Surrey, UK. We are very proud that we could be part of the conference for the second time. We enjoyed the Commsverse conference held at Mercedes-Benz World at the historic Brooklands racetrack in Weybridge, Surrey, UK as a memorable and exciting experience. The combination of a first-class conference and the history of automotive technology and a prestigious venue created an atmosphere that was nothing short of impressive. Upon entering the world of Mercedes-Benz, participants were greeted by a fascinating environment that perfectly combined history and innovation. The venue’s rich heritage as the birthplace of British motorsport adds additional excitement to the conference. The exhibition of past racing legends and the elegant modernity of the facility created an impressive and very interesting environment. There was a lot to learn and a lot to see. To get an impression, see the Commsverse video recap June 2022 Weybridge England from Alexander Eggers. ...

The 365 EduCon Conference’s multi-city format encapsulates the spirit of collaboration, growth, and innovation in education across the United States. Martina and I had the privilege of attending the 365 EduCon in the busy city of Washington, D.C. in mid-June to speak there about Microsoft 365 technologies and solutions. 365 EduCon DC, a Microsoft 365 Conference, brings to you the world’s leading experts in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power Platform, Microsoft Teams and Azure. The conference took place from June 12 to 16, 2023, in the Washington Downtown in the Walter E Washington Convention Center. The location was perfect, right in the center of downtown. We took advantage of this and went for a run every morning. ...

Azure AD provides several benefits for managing applications, including Single sign-on (SSO) for users, application management and provisioning, security and conditional access, reporting and monitoring, B2B and B2C collaboration and many more. For organizations, restricting access to an Azure AD application as an administrator is important for a number of reasons, such as increased security, compliance, following the principle of least privilege and last but not least application performance. See here how to allow applications only for certain users. ## Use applications in the Azure AD tenant ...

Imagine immersing yourself in the scenic landscapes of Slovenia, surrounded by the lush greenery and mesmerizing beauty of the village of Lipica, near the border with Italy. Now imagine standing on a stage and speaking about your favorite cloud technologies at one of the most beautiful conferences in the world. This is reality at the Thrive conference in Slovenia! The Thrive conference, which has been held annually for 12 years, has become the top conference in Slovenia and the surrounding area with renowned speakers and industry experts on Microsoft cloud technologies. The event creates an intimate environment full of knowledge sharing and conversation. In 2023, the event took place in beautiful Lipica, in the municipality of Sežana, right on the border with Italy from May 30th to May 31st. Lipica is one of the main tourist centers of Slovenia’s Karst region and it is known for the Lipica Stud Farm, the origin of the Lipizzan horse. At Thrive conf we had the opportunity to witness the release of the mares to pasture, which was a great experience. ...

As European Collaboration Summit (aka collabsummit, or ECS) reaches a significant milestone, commemorating a decade of excellence, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the remarkable journey this conference has embarked upon. With 2,500 attendees, CollabSummit is the largest Microsoft 365 community conference in Europe the world. By the community - for the community. This year, CollabSummit took place from 22 - 24 May, in Düsseldorf Fair, in Germany, and we had a great time there! ...

Global Azure is an annual event that brings together developers, IT professionals, and cloud enthusiasts from all around the world. Taking place as a a free, virtual event on Friday 12th May 2023, this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a wide range of sessions for all skill levels. As in previous years, we are proud to be part of Global Azure Austria. If you’re looking to learn more about the latest Azure technologies, network with other Azure enthusiasts, or simply brush up on your skills, then Global Azure is the perfect event for you. With a variety of sessions to choose from, you’ll be able to tailor your experience to your specific interests and needs in this virtual event on Friday, May 12, 2023. So if you’re looking to stay up-to-date with the latest Azure technologies and trends, expand your knowledge and skills, and connect with other individuals working with Azure , then join us at Global Azure. We look forward to seeing you there! The Austrian edition of Global Azure 2023 provided by the Coding Club Linz. See the details at GlobalAzure.at. ...

We were excited to be a part of the Spring 2023 edition of M365Conf, held April 30th - May 5th in Las Vegas. The M365Conf event was a major success, featuring a wide range of sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities that provided attendees with valuable insights and knowledge about the latest developments in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. And of course Microsoft Copilot was a big part of the announcements alongside the many helpful updates in the M365 services. ...

Sharing functionalities in Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Online improve collaboration and file exchange. SharePoint Online has become an invaluable tool for businesses of all sizes. One of the most recent additions to the platform is the new File Request feature, which allows users to easily request files from other users. In this blog post, we will discuss how to configure the new File Request feature in SharePoint Online and OneDrive and provide some helpful links to references for further reading. This feature is a fantastic way to streamline the process of collecting files from outside sources, and it’s easy to configure in SharePoint Online. ...

Did you miss the latest Microsoft’s AI announcements? We’ve got you covered with updates from Microsoft AI services here with the links to the relevant articles. (Picture generated with Microsoft Designer) Jack Rowbotham, Microsoft Product Marketing Manager for the Power Platform and Conversational AI, created several LinkedIn posts containing articles that detailed the AI announcements across various Microsoft services. Thx Jack! We copied the links from the posts as a summary here and added links to the Microsoft announcements and added some more useful links. Here we go: ...