MVP’s Favorite Content: Azure, KQL, GitHub Copilot, Intune

In this blog series dedicated to technical articles from Microsoft, we’ll highlight MVP’s favorite articles and personal insights.

nicholas jangMicrosoft Azure MVP, UK

Azure Documentation | microsoft run

“If you’re looking for resources to learn about Azure, I recommend using the Microsoft Learn Azure documentation. I use Azure in my daily work and frequently refer to the Microsoft Learn Azure documentation for guidance and reference.”

Sasha Kranjak, Microsoft Regional Director / Security MVPCroatia

Kusto Query Language (KQL) overview – Azure Data Explorer and real-time intelligence | microsoft run

“Kusto Query Language (KQL) should be a part of every security personnel’s arsenal. A powerful language to explore data, discover patterns, and identify anomalies for querying telemetry, logs, and metrics. The KQL subtree (documentation branch) contains learning resources to help you get started, including quick reference guides, syntax rules, a collection of “Train me” tutorials, KQL querying best practices, and documentation of functions, operators, and statements. If you’re new to KQL or looking to improve your KQL skills, the included links will help you become familiar with and learn about KQL. After all, KQL is the language of Microsoft Defender XDR Advanced Hunting, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure Data Explorer, and other products.”

*Related Activities: I deliver many technical sessions and presentations at conferences and customer sites around the world, covering a mix of today’s hottest topics including Security, Azure, Microsoft 365, and AI. You can attend my session and many other special sessions at the conference, which I highly recommend. European Cooperation Summit, North American Cooperation Summit, European Cloud Summit, Collaboration (a series of events organized globally) and many others.

Rezwanur RahmanM365 MVP, Austria

Develop code features using GitHub Copilot tools – Training | microsoft run

“I highly recommend the “Develop Code Features Using GitHub Copilot Tools” module in Microsoft Learn. This content is essential for developers looking to integrate advanced AI-enabled coding tools into their workflow. Powered by OpenAI, GitHub Copilot provides intelligent code suggestions that can significantly speed up development, improve code quality, and increase productivity. This module provides a thorough introduction to how to use the Copilot tools effectively, including how to leverage its features to streamline the code writing and debugging process. It includes real-world examples, tips, and best practices to help both beginners and experienced developers get the most out of GitHub Copilot. “This module will help you increase your coding efficiency and stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of software development.”

Somesh PathakSecurity MVP, Netherlands

What’s new in Microsoft Intune in June 2024 | Microsoft Intune Blog

“The Removal of Apps and Configurations (RAC) feature is useful because it allows IT administrators to more effectively troubleshoot mobile device issues by temporarily removing apps or configurations that may be causing the problem. The biggest benefit is that these settings Automatic restoration in a timely manner ensures devices return to compliance quickly without manual intervention, which not only saves time, but also simplifies the troubleshooting process, making it easier to identify issues without long-term disruption. We can solve it.”

*Related blogs: RAC (Remove Apps and Configurations) – “Undo Button” for Intune (intuneirl.com)