Dear Reader,

March 2024 ushers in a suite of transformative updates and insights for the .NET, Azure, and AI communities, marking another milestone in our continuous journey of technological advancement. As spring breathes new life into the world around us, this edition of our newsletter aims to invigorate your projects and development endeavors with the latest from the forefront of .NET development, cutting-edge AI integrations, and indispensable tools and services designed to elevate your coding experience. Whether you're navigating the transition from .NET 7 to .NET 8, exploring new AI capabilities in your applications, or integrating Unity with Visual Studio Code, this month's collection is meticulously curated to support developers and professionals at all levels, from those at the helm of innovation to the hands-on creators shaping the future.

This month, we dive into the significant impact of Dynamic PGO with Bing's upgrade to .NET 8, prepare for the end of support for .NET 7, and explore the latest cumulative updates for the .NET Framework. Additionally, we delve into the realm of AI with new quickstart tutorials for .NET 8 and AI, and showcase the newly announced .NET Smart Components. For those looking to streamline their development process, we've also included guidance on generating .NET secrets from Azure deployments and the exciting general availability of the Unity extension for Visual Studio Code. Join us as we explore these developments and more, designed to keep you informed and inspired.