Author: sean@sharepointeurope.com

Build a MCP client using Azure AI Foundry and OpenAI Agents SDK
Build a MCP client using Azure AI Foundry and OpenAI Agents SDK
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In a post on X dated March 26, 2025, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that OpenAI has integrated support for the Model Context Protocol (MCP) into its Agents SDK. As outlined in the Model Context Protocol (MCP) documentation for the OpenAI Agents SDK: MCP is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs. Think of MCP like… READ MORE

Azure Open AI Vs Azure AI Services Vs Azure AI Foundry
Azure Open AI Vs Azure AI Services Vs Azure AI Foundry
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Azure’s AI ecosystem can be overwhelming with terms like Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Service, Azure OpenAI Studio, Azure AI Studio, and Azure AI Foundry all floating around. If you used Azure a long back and again came after some period of time and just confused now, don’t worry you are in the right place to… READ MORE

Autonomous Agentic AI using Microsoft Copilot Studio
Autonomous Agentic AI using Microsoft Copilot Studio
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We are talking about a custom engineered Copilot which can execute the Azure VM lifecycle management (start and stop for demo) autonomously onto Azure cloud with simple natural language prompts through chat using Copilot Studio. Note: Not to be confused with Microsoft Copilot for Azure (wrote about it here in 2023). Let’s go!! The rapid evolution of… READ MORE

Unlocking Granular Control A Guide to Custom Roles in Azure
Unlocking Granular Control A Guide to Custom Roles in Azure
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Unlocking Granular Control: A Guide to Custom Roles in Azure If you’re like me, you’re always looking for better ways to manage access to your Azure resources. While Azure’s built-in roles are a great starting point, sometimes you need something a little more specific. That’s where custom roles come in, giving you the power to… READ MORE

Transforming Azure AI Foundry Agents into MCP-Compliant Services
Transforming Azure AI Foundry Agents into MCP-Compliant Services
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Model Context Protocol (MCP) Overview As AI ecosystems become increasingly complex, seamless interoperability and effective context-sharing among models, agents, and tools are essential. The Model Context Protocol (MCP) serves as a kind of “USB-C port” for AI, providing standardized, secure access to data, capabilities, and workflows across different systems. I won’t delve into the foundational… READ MORE

Release of Fabric Studio v2.0
Release of Fabric Studio v2.0
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7 months after the first official release of Fabric Studio, I am very happy to share the I just released the next major version with a lot of new features that make working with Microsoft Fabric from VSCode better and more intuitive than ever! The release includes some new capabilities that I wanted to get into… READ MORE

How to Fix a Messy SharePoint Site
How to Fix a Messy SharePoint Site
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Need to know how to fix a messy SharePoint site without starting from scratch? Well, you can. If your SharePoint site feels more like a dumping ground than a productivity tool, you’re not alone. But don’t worry, it can be fixed. I’ve seen hundreds of sites—many built with the best intentions—turn into chaotic mazes of folders, outdated… READ MORE

Which SharePoint form are you using?
Which SharePoint form are you using?
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Welcome to our in-depth guide on leveraging SharePoint forms, Microsoft List, and Power Apps to enhance your data management processes. In our latest video, we dive into these tools, exploring their features, benefits, and limitations. Whether you’re new to SharePoint or a seasoned user, this guide will provide you with valuable insights to optimize your… READ MORE