This post shows how to add an AI assistant plugin to Backstage that lets internal developers chat with their own domain data using Azure AI Foundry Agents. We cover agent concepts, minimal API usage, plugin structure (frontend + lightweight backend proxy), security (secrets & identity), and deployment guidance. 1. Why an AI Chat Plugin in… Continue reading Building Backstage AI Chat Plugin with Azure AI Foundry Agents
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Observability Unleashed: OpenTelemetry in Azure Functions with Go
In the evolving landscape of serverless computing, observability has become paramount for building reliable, scalable applications. This article explores how to implement OpenTelemetry (OTel) in Azure Functions using the new Flex Consumption plan with Go custom handlers, providing comprehensive telemetry data through Azure Monitor's Data Collection Endpoint (DCE) and Data Collection Rule (DCR). What is… Continue reading Observability Unleashed: OpenTelemetry in Azure Functions with Go
End-to-End Security: Function, Azure SQL, and API Management
Introduction In the dynamic realm of today's digital environment, safeguarding your applications and data holds utmost importance. This blog post is designed to lead you through the steps of establishing comprehensive security measures for an Azure Function App, Azure SQL database, and API Management. Our approach involves leveraging Azure Virtual Network (VNet) for robust network… Continue reading End-to-End Security: Function, Azure SQL, and API Management
Azure Communication Service with Managed Identity
Background A few months ago, I have written a Demo application that shows how to send email and SMS via Azure Communication Service. The code was written in Spring Boot (Java) and hosted on Azure Container Apps. During the demo, I have used Connection strings of Azure Communication Service which is not ideal for production… Continue reading Azure Communication Service with Managed Identity
Secure API with API Management, network integrated Container Apps
Introduction In today's digital landscape, APIs play a crucial role in connecting applications and enabling seamless interactions. However, with the increasing importance of APIs, ensuring their security becomes paramount. In this blog post, we'll explore how to create a secure API using .net and hosted on Azure Container Apps, expose them via Azure API Management… Continue reading Secure API with API Management, network integrated Container Apps
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