Description of Issue: After performing an upgrade on our NetIQ Identity and Access Management system, which is integrated with our Active Directory, we’ve encountered an issue in Outlook/Exchange:

When right-clicking a recipient in the ‘To’ field and selecting “Open Contact Card”, the contact card initially displays correctly. However, after fully loading, the display name changes to an unexpected format: “[username] managed by [owner]”.

Background Information:

NetIQ’s Role: NetIQ manages our IAM and synchronizes user information with Active Directory.Service Account Configuration:First Name: Set to the service account’s username/user ID.Last Name: Set to “Managed by [owner name]”.Email Address: Both the service account and the owner share the same email address.Recent Changes: Completed a full upgrade of NetIQ components (IDM, IG, SSPR, Reporting, RemoteLoader, Designer) last week.

Troubleshooting Steps Taken:

Cleared Outlook cache.Redownloaded the address book.Verified configurations in Active Directory.

Request for Assistance:

Has anyone experienced similar issues where display names in Outlook are affected by changes in Active Directory attributes?Could this be related to how Outlook/Exchange interprets certain AD attributes post-update?Are there recommended steps to troubleshoot or resolve display name discrepancies caused by backend IAM system updates?

​Description of Issue: After performing an upgrade on our NetIQ Identity and Access Management system, which is integrated with our Active Directory, we’ve encountered an issue in Outlook/Exchange:When right-clicking a recipient in the ‘To’ field and selecting “Open Contact Card”, the contact card initially displays correctly. However, after fully loading, the display name changes to an unexpected format: “[username] managed by [owner]”.Background Information:NetIQ’s Role: NetIQ manages our IAM and synchronizes user information with Active Directory.Service Account Configuration:First Name: Set to the service account’s username/user ID.Last Name: Set to “Managed by [owner name]”.Email Address: Both the service account and the owner share the same email address.Recent Changes: Completed a full upgrade of NetIQ components (IDM, IG, SSPR, Reporting, RemoteLoader, Designer) last week. Troubleshooting Steps Taken:Cleared Outlook cache.Redownloaded the address book.Verified configurations in Active Directory.Request for Assistance:Has anyone experienced similar issues where display names in Outlook are affected by changes in Active Directory attributes?Could this be related to how Outlook/Exchange interprets certain AD attributes post-update?Are there recommended steps to troubleshoot or resolve display name discrepancies caused by backend IAM system updates?   Read More

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I am wondering why MS can’t separate the Defender for Cloud roles from the Azure resources RBAC roles, similar to the separation implemented for Reservations and Cost Management + Billing?

Our Azure landing zone operates as a self-service solution, where subscription owners also serve as resource administrators within their specific subscriptions.

Consequently, I have encountered difficulties enforcing certain security features provided through the Defender for Cloud. Each time these features are enabled, some subscription administrators proceed to disable them.

​I am wondering why MS can’t separate the Defender for Cloud roles from the Azure resources RBAC roles, similar to the separation implemented for Reservations and Cost Management + Billing? Our Azure landing zone operates as a self-service solution, where subscription owners also serve as resource administrators within their specific subscriptions. Consequently, I have encountered difficulties enforcing certain security features provided through the Defender for Cloud. Each time these features are enabled, some subscription administrators proceed to disable them.  Read More

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Microsoft recently organized an event dedicated to JavaScript developers, the Azure Developers JavaScript Day 2024. The event featured various technical and practical sessions, including a session on the use of LangChain.js, a framework for developing applications based on language models. In this article, we’re going to explore the talk given by Yohan Larsorsa, who is a Senior Developer Advocate with Microsoft’s JavaScript + A.I Advocacy team!

What was covered during the session?

Introducing LangChain.js: A Bridge to Generative AI

At the heart of this session lies LangChain.js, a JavaScript library designed to work with large language models. A sister project to the Python-based LangChain, it has garnered acclaim within the AI community for its high-level abstractions that simplify the complexities of working with models, vector databases, agents, and utilities. Yohan emphasized the significance of LangChain.js in providing a seamless transition from local prototyping to cloud-based deployment, underpinning the session’s focus on rapid experimentation and scalability.

A Practical Demonstration: Simplifying Video Content Queries

The session embarked on a practical journey to address a common dilemma: accessing information in video content without watching the entire video. Yohan introduced a concept using the Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) approach, which combines a retriever component for searching within a knowledge base and a generator component for crafting answers. This approach not only streamlines the process of extracting relevant information from videos but also ensures the accuracy and relevance of generated content.

Project link: Ask YouTube: LangChain.js + Azure Quickstart

From Prototype to Production: A Step-by-Step Guide About the Project

Yohan’s demonstration provided a comprehensive walkthrough, starting from creating a local prototype using LangChain.js and Ollama. Ollama is an open-source tool that allows you to run and create large language models locally. It supports various models, such as Llama 2 and Code Llama, and can be used to run Machine Learning models on Kubernetes. It supports models of different sizes and is compatible with OpenAI’s Chat Completions API.

The process included downloading transcripts from YouTube videos, chunking texts for manageability, and transforming text into vector representations for inclusion in a vector database.

As the session progressed, Yohan showcased the transition to a production-ready application leveraging Azure components. This shift involved replacing local models and databases with Azure OpenAI services and Azure AI Search, demonstrating how minimal changes in the code could adapt the prototype for production use without sacrificing functionality or performance.

The Impact of LangChain.js and Azure on GenAI App Development

The session concluded with reflections on the transformative potential of LangChain.js and Azure in the development of GenAI applications. By enabling developers to experiment locally and scale globally, these tools offer a robust framework for innovating at the speed of thought. The session not only demystified the process of integrating GenAI into app development but also illuminated the path for developers seeking to explore the frontier of AI-driven applications.

Looking Forward

As developers continue to explore the vast landscape of Generative AI, tools like LangChain.js and Azure stand out as beacons of innovation, offering a blend of flexibility, scalability, and efficiency. Yohan’s session at the JavaScript Dev Day not only provided a practical guide to leveraging these tools but also inspired a vision of the future where GenAI applications become an integral part of our digital experience. Especially for those who are JavaScript developers, the journey through LangChain.js and Azure offers a glimpse into the transformative power of Generative AI, beckoning developers to embark on a journey of discovery and innovation.

In the spirit of continuous learning and exploration, Yohan encouraged the audience to dive deeper into the resources provided, including the source code for the demonstration and further educational materials on RAG. As we stand on the brink of a new era in app development, the journey through LangChain.js and Azure offers a glimpse into the transformative power of Generative AI, beckoning developers to embark on a journey of discovery and innovation.

Conclusion

By bridging the gap between local prototyping and cloud deployment, LangChain.js and Azure empower developers to explore the frontiers of Generative AI with ease and efficiency. Yohan’s practical demonstration and step-by-step guide illuminated the path for developers seeking to integrate GenAI into their applications, offering a glimpse into the transformative potential of these tools. As we look ahead to a future shaped by AI-driven innovation, the journey through LangChain.js and Azure serves as an invitation to developers to embark on a journey of discovery and creation in the realm of Generative AI.

Additional Resources

Learn Collection
LangChain.js Documentation
Generative A.I for Beginners
Repository: ChatGPT + Enterprise data with Azure OpenAI and Azure AI Search
Contoso Real Estate Enterprise Project

Stay Tuned for More Insights

If you wish, you can follow what happened during the two days of the event via the playlist on YouTube.

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Is there is a way to view the MS Project Planner timeline view in SharePoint site. Currently the planner web part only shows the basic planner plans. It is not even showing the plan that was created on Project Planner(premium license) MS Project Plan 1 or MS Planner Plan 1.

​Is there is a way to view the MS Project Planner timeline view in SharePoint site. Currently the planner web part only shows the basic planner plans. It is not even showing the plan that was created on Project Planner(premium license) MS Project Plan 1 or MS Planner Plan 1.  Read More

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i am having 24H2 latest  release preview channel and ui is laggy . not sure why but start menu , explorer , settings and almost every menu even browser is lagging .
even i got a good HW core i 7 + rtx 3060 .
any ideas ? do i have to revert back to stable channel and if it is so is there any way to do it without re installing all the apps again ?

​i am having 24H2 latest  release preview channel and ui is laggy . not sure why but start menu , explorer , settings and almost every menu even browser is lagging .even i got a good HW core i 7 + rtx 3060 .any ideas ? do i have to revert back to stable channel and if it is so is there any way to do it without re installing all the apps again ?   Read More

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Dear ALL,

I am implementing Dynamics 365 Finance Operation (F&O) for Customer. Customer also use Retail and Commerce module.

I have 2 scenarios need to ask your support to see if need Operations – Order lines licensing or not.
Scenario 1: 
– Step 1: External application submit Online Order to some Staging tables which are created at Dynamics 365F&O.
– Step 2: The Customer Service Support (CS) access Dynamics 365 F&O who have been already assigned some type of Dynamics 365 F&O license, they will review Online Order in Staging tables, they will approve Online Order (in Staging tables) and execute customized function to create Sales Order.
– Step 2.1: Batch job function at Dynamics 365 F&O, may automatic approve Online order in Staging tables, because it match some automatic approval rule, and automatic execute customized function to create Sales Order.

=> With my understanding, I think:
– Step 1: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because Staging table is not listed in operations table – order line.
– Step 2: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because the Customer Service Support already have user license and direct use Dynamics 365F&O to create Sales Order.
– Step 2.1: require Operations – Order lines licensing, because don’t have any licensed User to direct user Dynamics 365 F&O to create Sales order.
Question: Is my understanding correct ? 
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Scenario 2: 
– Step 1: External application submit Online Order to some Retail Transaction Tables with status suspended, those tables are stored at Cloud scale unit via Store Commerce API (Not submit directly to Dynamics 365F&O)
– Step 2: Cashier open Commerce app at POS machine, and recall above suspended Retail Transaction (which was created via Store commerce API), and they do checkout Transaction and collect payment. As you know the back end Dynamics 365 F&O process will create Sales order for posting to deduct inventory and record Revenue.

=> With my understanding, I think:
– Step 1: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because Retail Transaction Table is not listed in operations table – order line.
– Step 2: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because the Cashier, Commerce App already have user commerce license and direct use Dynamics 365 commerce app to create Retail Transaction.
=> So, at the end: This scenarios don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing. 
Question: Is my understanding correct ?  

Note: I aware that maybe Dynamics 365 F&O Database need more capacity to store Online Order, and may need to buy Additional Operations capacity.

Thanks for your reading.

​Dear ALL,I am implementing Dynamics 365 Finance Operation (F&O) for Customer. Customer also use Retail and Commerce module.I have 2 scenarios need to ask your support to see if need Operations – Order lines licensing or not.Scenario 1: – Step 1: External application submit Online Order to some Staging tables which are created at Dynamics 365F&O.- Step 2: The Customer Service Support (CS) access Dynamics 365 F&O who have been already assigned some type of Dynamics 365 F&O license, they will review Online Order in Staging tables, they will approve Online Order (in Staging tables) and execute customized function to create Sales Order.- Step 2.1: Batch job function at Dynamics 365 F&O, may automatic approve Online order in Staging tables, because it match some automatic approval rule, and automatic execute customized function to create Sales Order.=> With my understanding, I think:- Step 1: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because Staging table is not listed in operations table – order line.- Step 2: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because the Customer Service Support already have user license and direct use Dynamics 365F&O to create Sales Order.- Step 2.1: require Operations – Order lines licensing, because don’t have any licensed User to direct user Dynamics 365 F&O to create Sales order.Question: Is my understanding correct ? —————————————————————–Scenario 2: – Step 1: External application submit Online Order to some Retail Transaction Tables with status suspended, those tables are stored at Cloud scale unit via Store Commerce API (Not submit directly to Dynamics 365F&O)- Step 2: Cashier open Commerce app at POS machine, and recall above suspended Retail Transaction (which was created via Store commerce API), and they do checkout Transaction and collect payment. As you know the back end Dynamics 365 F&O process will create Sales order for posting to deduct inventory and record Revenue.=> With my understanding, I think:- Step 1: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because Retail Transaction Table is not listed in operations table – order line.- Step 2: don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing, because the Cashier, Commerce App already have user commerce license and direct use Dynamics 365 commerce app to create Retail Transaction.=> So, at the end: This scenarios don’t require Operations – Order lines licensing. Question: Is my understanding correct ?  Note: I aware that maybe Dynamics 365 F&O Database need more capacity to store Online Order, and may need to buy Additional Operations capacity. Thanks for your reading.  Read More

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Hi all,

My Problem and Question

This question pertains to OneDrive for personal use. Microsoft recently made a change to the link format from the embed feature and made my direct download links obsolete. I would retrieve these links from the embed feature in OneDrive and the links looked like what’s shown below. The link would directly serve the file to whomever accessed it without them ever having to interact with OneDrive.

With the changes Microsoft recently made to OneDrive, is there a new way of getting links that have this functionality?

Old link format (no longer works): https://onedrive.live.com/download?resid=XXXXXXXXXXX&authkey=XXXXXXXXXXX

My Own Digging

I’ve scoured several forums unable to find any solutions. I have found a temporary solution; however, the links generated via this method only have temporary authentication, so they expire after a day. Perhaps it could be a real solution if I could figure out how to get a permanent auth token for a personal OneDrive file. I’m retrieving the link from the GET request when clicking the download button on a file from a publicly shared link.

Link format: https://my.microsoftpersonalcontent.com/personal/{resid}/_layouts/15/download.aspx?UniqueId=XXXXXXXXXXXXX&Translate=false&tempauth=XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX&ApiVersion=2.0

Thank you to anyone that has input!

​Hi all, My Problem and Question This question pertains to OneDrive for personal use. Microsoft recently made a change to the link format from the embed feature and made my direct download links obsolete. I would retrieve these links from the embed feature in OneDrive and the links looked like what’s shown below. The link would directly serve the file to whomever accessed it without them ever having to interact with OneDrive. With the changes Microsoft recently made to OneDrive, is there a new way of getting links that have this functionality?Old link format (no longer works): https://onedrive.live.com/download?resid=XXXXXXXXXXX&authkey=XXXXXXXXXXX My Own Digging I’ve scoured several forums unable to find any solutions. I have found a temporary solution; however, the links generated via this method only have temporary authentication, so they expire after a day. Perhaps it could be a real solution if I could figure out how to get a permanent auth token for a personal OneDrive file. I’m retrieving the link from the GET request when clicking the download button on a file from a publicly shared link. Link format: https://my.microsoftpersonalcontent.com/personal/{resid}/_layouts/15/download.aspx?UniqueId=XXXXXXXXXXXXX&Translate=false&tempauth=XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX&ApiVersion=2.0 Thank you to anyone that has input!   Read More

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