Coding AI Apps on Microsoft Azure

Welcome to Coding AI Apps on Azure, your guide to harnessing the power of artificial intelligence through Microsoft’s cutting-edge Azure AI Foundry platform.

In an era where AI is transforming industries, redefining innovation, and reshaping how we solve problems, developers stand at the forefront of this revolution.

Whether you’re a seasoned coder or just beginning your journey, this book equips you with the knowledge, tools, and practical skills to build intelligent, scalable, and responsible AI applications using Azure’s robust ecosystem.

Azure AI Foundry is more than just a platform—it’s a developer’s gateway to creating AI solutions that are powerful, accessible, and tailored to real-world needs.

From accessing a vast catalog of over 1,900 frontier and open-source models to seamlessly integrating data, building agentic workflows, and ensuring responsible AI practices, Azure empowers developers to turn ideas into impactful applications. This book takes you step-by-step through the process, blending hands-on coding tutorials with insights into the platform’s capabilities, all while keeping the focus on practical, enterprise-ready solutions.

In these pages, you’ll explore how to prototype, customize, and deploy AI applications with ease, leveraging tools like Visual Studio, GitHub, and Azure’s SDKs. You’ll learn to harness Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), build autonomous AI agents, and implement safety measures to ensure your applications are both innovative and trustworthy. Through real-world examples and exercises, inspired by companies like BMW and Fujitsu, you’ll see how Azure AI Foundry drives efficiency and creativity across industries.

Whether you aim to automate processes, enhance user experiences, or solve complex challenges, Coding AI Apps on Azure is your roadmap to mastering AI development. Let’s dive in and start building the future, one line of code at a time.