This page tracks the history of new features, tools, and models added to the course. Check back for updates!
- Model Context Protocol for .NET: We've added support for the MCP C# SDK, which provides a standardized way to communicate with AI models across different providers.
- This integration enables more consistent interactions with models while reducing provider lock-in.
- Check out our new samples demonstrating MCP integration in the Core Generative AI Techniques section.
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New eShopLite Repository: All eShopLite scenarios are now available in a single repository: https://aka.ms/eshoplite/repo
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The new repo includes:
- Product catalog browsing
- Shopping cart management
- Order placement and tracking
- User authentication and profiles
- Integration with Generative AI for recommendations and chat
- Admin dashboard for product and order management
- The Ollama Codespace now automatically downloads the phi4-mini model - Microsoft's compact yet powerful LLM.
- Try it in samples like:
- Chat Application - Experience fast responses with this efficient model
- RAG Implementation - See how phi4-mini handles retrieval-augmented generation tasks
- Learn more about the model in the Phi Cookbook