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This week, The Cloud Pirate has shared 40 fantastic posts from our list of 123 community content producers. Each post has been shared to our LinkedIn, Mastodon and Bluesky accounts - helping our authors reach a wider audience, and bringing the best of the Cloud Technology community wherever you need it.

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Without further ado, here's this week's haul:

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Multiselect Checkbox Filter in Power Apps Gallery

By Dhruvin Shah on 19th March 2024

Heave Ho! Welcome aboard, ye landlubbers! Today, The Cloud Pirate be bringin' ye a bountiful treasure from the Azure seas! Dhruvin Shah has created a fine YouTube video about a Multiselect Checkbox Filter in Power Apps Gallery! Ye shall learn how to filter lists using checkboxes like a true swashbuckler! Don't forget to give credit to Dhruvin Shah! Arrrr!

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How to import GraphQL schema to Postman in Windows?

By Antti K. Koskela on 19th March 2024

Blimey, me hearties! The Cloud Pirate here to tell ye how to import GraphQL schema to Postman in Windows. In this article by Antti K. Koskela, he explains the step-by-step process of downloading the schema and importing it into Postman using a third-party tool. He also provides a link to a GitHub repository where you can find the necessary files. This tutorial is useful for those who want to test their GraphQL APIs using Postman. So hoist the sails and give it a try!

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Unleash the Power of Prompt Engineering in Azure OpenAI

By Will Velida on 20th March 2024

Blimey! Avast ye, me hearties! Hear ye, hear ye! The Cloud Pirate is here to present yer a feast fer yer eyes and ears. This YouTube video called "Unleash the Power of Prompt Engineering in Azure OpenAI" be a treasure trove of knowledge and insights brought to ye by none other than the talented Will Velida. Learn how to harness the full potential of Azure OpenAI and make yer prompt engineering skills shine.

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Active Directory Access with Microsoft Entra Private Access

By John Savill's Technical Training on 20th March 2024

Ahoy Landlubber! Avast ye to this informative video from John Savill's Technical Training on Active Directory Access with Microsoft Entra Private Access. Learn how to secure your network with this tutorial and keep your data safe from intruders.

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Welsh Azure User Group - March 2024 Event

By John Lunn on 20th March 2024

Aye, Aye Captain! Welcome aboard the Welsh Azure User Group! Arrr, this be a video brought to ye by John Lunn, who be the author of this fine content. In this here video, ye shall be learnin' about the March 2024 Event. So hoist the mainsail and let's set sail into the world of Azure!

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Understand the 'DeployIfNotExist' effect in Azure Policy

By Olivier Miossec on 20th March 2024

Aaaarrrrgggghhhh! Ahoy there, mateys! Ye be wantin' to know about the DeployIfNotExist effect in Azure Policy, eh? Well, Olivier Miossec has written an article explaining it all in detail. Basically, DeployIfNotExist is a condition that allows you to deploy a resource only if it doesn't already exist in your Azure environment. This is useful for ensuring that your resources are consistent across different environments. To use DeployIfNotExist, you'll need to create a policy in Azure and specify the condition for each resource. That's the gist of it, me hearties!

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Microsoft Azure - Sandbox Design Considerations

By Luke Murray on 21st March 2024

Ahoy Thar Swashbuckler! I'm The Cloud Pirate and I've got some words of wisdom for ye about Microsoft Azure Sandbox Design Considerations. Luke Murray wrote a fine article explainin' how to optimize yer Azure Sandbox design. He suggests utilizin' Azure DevOps for version control and to use separate resource groups to avoid clutter. Secure yer Sandbox by using separate subscriptions and manage costs by setting up usage alerts and using budget policies. He also advises on usin' tags to group resources for easier management. Remember these tips, mateys!

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From SysAdmin to Platform Engineer with Steve Buchanan on RunAsRadio

By Steve Buchanan on 21st March 2024

Ahoy Landlubber! Hear ye hear ye! The Cloud Pirate is here to share a summary of Steve Buchanan's talk on RunAsRadio about transitioning from a SysAdmin to a Platform Engineer. During the show, Steve discussed how his job role evolved from traditional SysAdmin tasks to building and managing applications and services on platforms such as Azure. He also shared his tips for staying current with the latest technologies and the importance of continuous learning and upskilling. Arrr mateys, if ye be wanting to make the jump to Platform Engineering, give this talk a listen!

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Images in Power Apps

By Charles Sexton on 21st March 2024

Abandon ship, me hearties! 'Tis The Cloud Pirate here to tell ye about Images in Power Apps by Charles Sexton. This article be tellin' us how to add images to yer Power Apps to make 'em more visually appealin' and user-friendly. Charles goes into detail about how to store images in Azure Blob Storage and then connect them to yer Power App using OpenAI. He also provides helpful code snippets to guide ye along the way. So hoist the Jolly Roger and add some Images to yer Power Apps today!

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Speaking at the Windows Server Summit 2024

By Thomas Maurer on 21st March 2024

Avast Ye! Ahoy there! The Cloud Pirate be here to tell ye about Thomas Maurer's recent talk at the Windows Server Summit 2024. The event be all about the Windows Server and its new features. Thomas also discussed the future of the technology, including AI and the Cloud. He highlighted how Azure and OpenAI can work together to provide better services to users. This be the perfect event for those who be interested in the upcoming trends in technology. Join the conversation with

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Azure Service Health Workbook

By Billy York on 21st March 2024

Land Ho! Ahoy, maties! I be The Cloud Pirate, and I've got some news about Azure Service Health Workbook. This tool allows yer to track and monitor the status of yer Azure services, so ye can keep an eye on things and respond to any issues that come up. With Service Health Workbook, ye can quickly view the health of yer resources and see any incidents that might affect them. This be a handy tool for any cloud sailor using Azure, so be sure to check it out! ⚓️🌊🌴

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How to update your Azure Container Apps with Revisions

By Will Velida on 21st March 2024

Heave Ho, me hearties! 'Tis I, The Cloud Pirate, with a treasure trove of Azure Container Apps knowledge for ye! Today, I be introducing ye to a cracking YouTube video by the one and only Will Velida. In this video, ye'll discover how to update yer Azure Container Apps with revisions! Don't be caught sleeping with outdated apps, me mateys. Watch this video and learn all ye need to keep yer apps shipshape!

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Book Review Cloud Solution Architects Career Master Plan

By Luke Murray on 22nd March 2024

Ahoy Thar Swashbuckler! This be The Cloud Pirate here to tell ye about Luke Murray's Book Review Cloud Solution Architects Career Master Plan. The book offers advice on how to become a cloud solution architect, including the skills and certifications needed to succeed in this career. It also discusses important topics such as the role of AI and machine learning in cloud computing. If ye want to become a cloud solution architect, this book will give ye the guidance ye need to succeed!

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IS AI COMING FOR MY JOB?! - Generating code with Azure OpenAI

By Will Velida on 22nd March 2024

Avast Ye! Ahoy there mateys! 'Tis The Cloud Pirate here to share with ye a fine video by me mate Will Velida. In this video, Will be talking about the possibilities of AI taking over jobs, specifically with generating code using Azure OpenAI. Arrr, it be a tricky topic that needs discussing. So gather yer crew and give it a watch.

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Recommended Settings for Windows LAPS with Intune

By Daniel Bradley on 22nd March 2024

Yarr! Ahoy mateys, listen up! The Cloud Pirate here to share with ye the Recommended Settings for Windows LAPS with Intune, by the illustrious Daniel Bradley. In this article, ye'll learn how to secure yer Windows local administrative passwords using Microsoft's Local Administrator Password Solution LAPS with the added benefits of using Intune for cloud-based management and deployment. Bradley highlights the necessary configurations for the installation process and recommends settings for Intune to ensure the passwords are regularly updated and managed. This be a crucial read for any pirates looking to protect their Windows systems!

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Azure Update Manager series — Setup Azure Function App for Start and Stop Events

By Gijs Reijn on 22nd March 2024

Heave Ho! Ye landlubbers, it be The Cloud Pirate! I've got a mighty fine article for ye about Azure Update Manager by the author Gijs Reijn. This here article be all about how to set up an Azure Function App for Start and Stop Events. It be a part of a series on Azure Update Manager. Make sure ye give credit to Gijs Reijn. The hashtags be:

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Azure Update - 22nd March 2024

By John Savill's Technical Training on 22nd March 2024

Ahoy Me Hearties! Set sail with me, The Cloud Pirate, as we navigate the latest Azure Update from John Savill's Technical Training! Discover the latest features and advancements in the exciting world of cloud computing. Join the journey of revolutionizing the tech industry with

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Terraform: Getting Started with an Azure OpenAI Deployment

By James Cook on 22nd March 2024

Blimey! Ahoy there me hearties! Avast ye landlubbers and listen up! I, The Cloud Pirate, have come across a jolly good article called "Terraform: Getting Started with an Azure OpenAI Deployment" written by James Cook. In it, he explains how to use the Terraform infrastructure as code tool to deploy an OpenAI model to Azure. The article includes step-by-step instructions and code samples. With this method, ye can easily deploy OpenAI models to Azure and start taking advantage of the power of the cloud. So hoist the main sail and set a course for Azure with Terraform and OpenAI! ⚓️

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Azure Triumphs – S02E03 – Ana Margarida Valente

By Nikos Delis on 22nd March 2024

Heave Ho me hearties! The Cloud Pirate here with a summary of Nikos Delis' article, "Azure Triumphs – S02E03 – Ana Margarida Valente". Ana Margarida Valente discusses how Azure has helped her work in the field of OpenAI to develop AI that can learn from human language. She describes how Azure's capabilities enhance the speed and accuracy of processing large amounts of data. Additionally, Ana shares insights on how AI can help automate certain tasks and free up time for more complex work.

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MN Computer Science Strategic Plan Finished

By Steve Buchanan on 22nd March 2024

Aye aye! The Cloud Pirate here to tell ya that Steve Buchanan has written about the MN Computer Science Strategic Plan being finished. The plan was created to ensure that computer science education is available for all Minnesota students. The plan focuses on four main areas: building student interest and engagement, preparing and supporting educators, expanding access and opportunity, and strengthening partnerships. The plan will also address the current shortage of computer science teachers in Minnesota.

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Interview with Luke Murray at MVPSummit2024

By Nicholas Chang on 22nd March 2024

Yarr! Ahoy there, mateys! The Cloud Pirate here, and I've got a special treasure for ye today! It's an interview with Luke Murray at MVPSummit2024, brought to you by the talented Nicholas Chang. This video be all about Microsoft Azure, OpenAI, and more.

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Claimsmappingpolicy

By Suryendu Bhattacharyya on 22nd March 2024

Shiver me timbers! The Cloud Pirate here, bringing ye news of a policy called Claimsmappingpolicy, created by Suryendu Bhattacharyya. This policy allows ye to map an incoming JSON web token to a set of claims, which will then be used to verify access to resources in an application. This be a useful tool for authentication and authorization in Azure and OpenAI, and can be implemented with ease. So, avast ye and set sail with Claimsmappingpolicy!

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What are Kubernetes Services?

By Ahmed Muhi on 23rd March 2024

Avast Ye Scallywag! Ahoy there mateys, it's The Cloud Pirate here, and I've got a treasure trove of knowledge for ye! Check out this informative YouTube video called What are Kubernetes Services? by the great Ahmed Muhi. In this video, ye'll learn all about Kubernetes Services and how they work. So if you're a sailor setting sails on the high seas of cloud computing, this video is a must-watch! ⚓️💻🎥

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Success Cloud Adoption Framework with Morten Knudsen

By Nicholas Chang on 23rd March 2024

Avast Ye! Ahoy there me hearties! This be The Cloud Pirate bringing you a fine video on success cloud adoption framework. Our mate Nicholas Chang has got a special guest with him, Morten Knudsen. Together they be discussing the ways to achieve success in the cloud world. Ye won't want to miss out on this one!

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Thoughts about gaining the Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate certification

By Kevin Chant on 23rd March 2024

Thar She Blows! Ahoy mateys, it be me, The Cloud Pirate, with a summary of Kevin Chant's article about gaining the Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate certification. He shares his experience and tips for studying, including learning Azure, AI, and data mining. He also recommends practicing with real-world scenarios and examples to prepare for the exam. Overall, he found the certification to be valuable for advancing his career in data analytics. ⚓️💻🏴‍☠️

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Learning Git and GitHub [Part Five]

By Simon Lee on 23rd March 2024

Aye, Aye Captain! Here's what ye need to know from Simon Lee's article on Learning Git and GitHub [Part Five]: ye can use GitHub to collaborate with other developers. GitHub allows ye to create an online copy of your code repository and work on it with others. To start, ye need to create a pull request so others can review your changes. Feedback is important, and ye should always review feedback from other contributors to improve your code. Keep in mind that using GitHub requires communication, patience, and collaboration to succeed.

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A Beginners Guide To The Power Platform Admin Centre

By Craig White on 24th March 2024

Fire in the hole, me hearties! Ahoy there, ye landlubbers! The Cloud Pirate be tellin' ye about a new article by Craig White, a swashbuckling guide to the Power Platform Admin Centre for all ye beginners out there. He explains the ins and outs of the platform, how to add users and manage security roles, and what to do with environments and instances ye may encounter. So hoist the mainsail and set yer course for the article, me mateys!

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Windows Memory Metric in Azure Monitor Log Analytics

By Billy York on 24th March 2024

Avast Ye Scallywag! Ahoy, mateys! The Cloud Pirate here to tell ye about a new feature in Azure Monitor Log Analytics called the Windows Memory Metric. This metric helps ye keep track of yer system's memory performance by monitoring the amount of memory used, free and available. Ye can use this information to identify any bottlenecks and resolve memory-related issues. This feature is especially useful if ye be runnin' virtual machines in Azure.

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Azure Verified Modules Overview

By John Savill's Technical Training on 25th March 2024

Land Ho! Ahoy there, maties! This be The Cloud Pirate bringing you a scurvy good video from John Savill's Technical Training. 'Tis called Azure Verified Modules Overview, and it be a fine guide on how to use and verify Azure modules. Take a gander and learn all about these high-quality modules!⚓️🏴‍☠️🌊

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PowerShell ForEach and CSV File Tutorial

By Jeff Brown on 25th March 2024

Yarr! Ahoy, mateys! Join me, The Cloud Pirate, as we sail the seas of PowerShell ForEach and CSV File Tutorial! Arr, this be a fine video tutorial created by Jeff Brown, the mighty author himself. Ye shall learn to command the power of PowerShell and CSV files with ease! ⚙️💻

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Using Azure to collect data from Raspberry Pi Pico for $0 (in maintenance).

By Nikos Delis on 25th March 2024

Aaaarrrrgggghhhh! Ahoy there, mateys! The Cloud Pirate is here to share with ye an article by Nikos Delis on using Azure to collect data from Raspberry Pi Pico for $0 in maintenance. This article explains how to collect data from a Raspberry Pi Pico using Azure without spending a dime on maintenance. The article provides a step-by-step guide to creating an Azure IoT Hub, configuring the Raspberry Pi Pico, and setting up the data collection process. With Azure, you can access real-time data and store it for analysis. The best part is that the initial cost is free, and the maintenance cost is zero!

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Azure Resource Tags: Important Organization Strategies and Tips

By Build5Nines on 25th March 2024

Yo Ho Ho! Ahoy me hearties! The Cloud Pirate here with an important message about the importance of Azure resource tags for organization strategies. These tags can help ye group, label and organize resources in Azure. There are several tips for using tags, such as using consistent naming conventions and creating a tagging policy. This be important for controlling costs and managing resources. Remember to always tag resources when ye create them, and ye can even automate this process. Don't be caught in a storm of disorganization, start tagging yer Azure resources today!

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DHCP server in Azure

By Olivier Miossec on 25th March 2024

Blimey! Ahoy, me hearties! 'Tis I, The Cloud Pirate, here to tell ye about DHCP servers in Azure. Olivier Miossec has written a fine article on how to set up a DHCP server in Azure using OpenAI and PowerShell commands. 'Tis a handy way to assign IP addresses to virtual machines in yer Azure network. The steps are clear and concise, and Olivier provides helpful code snippets too. Ye'll be singing sea shanties in no time, with yer newly configured DHCP server in Azure! ⚓️🏴‍☠️

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Interview with John Kilmister MVPSummit2024

By Nicholas Chang on 25th March 2024

Yo Ho Ho! Ahoy there, me hearties! The Cloud Pirate here to introduce ye to an excellent YouTube video called "Interview with John Kilmister MVPSummit2024" by Nicholas Chang. This be a fine tale of John Kilmister, a renowned expert in Azure and OpenAI who be sharing his wisdom with ye in an interview. Make sure ye give credit to Nicholas Chang, the author of this fine tale. Arrrr, and don't forget to add the hashtags

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Block User Consent for applications in Entra ID

By Pietro Visentin on 25th March 2024

Walk The Plank, me hearties! The Cloud Pirate here to tell ye about blockin' user consent for apps in Entra ID. According to Pietro Visentin, Entra ID is now able to manage user consent by default for apps in their platform. This means that when a user tries to access an app, they are prompted to give their consent first. If they don't give their consent, they can't access the app. This is a great feature for companies who want to ensure their users' privacy and data protection. Ahoy! 🏴‍☠️⚓️📱

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Azure Stack HCI 23H2 – VMs and containers at the edge

By Thomas Maurer on 26th March 2024

Yarr! Ahoy me hearties, 'tis I, The Cloud Pirate, bringin' ye news 'bout Azure Stack HCI 23H2. Thomas Maurer has writ an article 'bout it, and it be sayin' that it allows VMs and containers at the edge o' yer network. This means ye can run yer apps closer to where ye need 'em, and keep the data secure in yer own data center. 'Tis a great solution fer companies lookin' to improve latency and performance.

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Azure Lean Coffee – Episode 3

By Dan Rios on 26th March 2024

Yo Ho Ho! Ahoy there, me hearties! It be me, The Cloud Pirate, bringing ye a summary of Azure Lean Coffee – Episode 3 by Dan Rios. In this article, Rios shares his experiences from the third episode of the Azure Lean Coffee, a virtual meetup where participants discuss various topics related to Azure. Some of the topics discussed in this episode include Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure DevOps, and Azure API Management. The attendees also talked about the use of OpenAI to develop intelligent bots and the challenges they faced while working with it. Overall, it was an informative and engaging session for everyone involved.

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Managing Secrets in Azure Container Apps

By Will Velida on 26th March 2024

Abandon ship, me hearties! 🏴‍☠️ Today, yer ol' matey The Cloud Pirate be bringin' ye a video on Managing Secrets in Azure Container Apps by none other than Will Velida. ⛵ Give Will Velida the credit he deserves, me mateys! 🙌 Learn how to keep yer secrets safe on the Azure seas with this informative video.

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