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Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with declarative agents by using Visual Studio Code (MS-4010)

This comprehensive training provides complete expertise and hands-on experience in developing advanced declarative agents using Visual Studio Code and Teams Toolkit. Participants begin with a detailed exploration of fundamental declarative agent concepts, then progress through interactive laboratories that guide them in building their first custom agent, mastering API plugins, and implementing robust programming interfaces. Advanced modules cover designing sophisticated adaptive cards, configuring secure authentication for API plugins, and strategic integration of Microsoft Graph connectors. Upon completion of this training, participants possess an in-depth understanding of methods to leverage declarative agents to enrich and extend Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities.

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Reserve this training exclusively for your organization with pricing adapted to the number of participants. Our pricing for private classes varies according to the size of your group, with a guaranteed minimum threshold to maintain pedagogical quality.

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Training delivered in an environment dedicated to your team
Scheduling flexibility according to your availability
Enhanced interaction among colleagues from the same organization
Same exclusive benefits as our public training sessions

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Training plan

Introduction to declarative agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot

What are declarative agents?
How declarative agents work
When to use declarative agents

Module 2: Build your first declarative agent for Microsoft 365 Copilot by using Visual Studio Code

Create a declarative agent
Exercise – Create a declarative agent
Custom knowledge
Exercise – Configure custom knowledge
Conversation starters
Exercise – Add conversation starters

Module 3: Introduction to actions with API plugins for declarative agents

What are API plugins for declarative agents?
How API plugins work
When to use API plugins

Module 4: Build your first action for declarative agents with API plugin by using Visual Studio Code

Create a declarative agent with an API plugin
Exercise – Create a declarative agent with an API plugin

Module 5: Use Adaptive Cards to show data in API plugins for declarative agents

Return rich responses with Adaptive Cards
Exercise – Return rich responses with Adaptive Cards

Module 6: Authenticate your API plugin for declarative agents with secured APIs

Integrate an API plugin with an API secured with a key
Exercise – Integrate an API plugin with an API secured with a key
Integrate an API plugin with an API secured with OAuth
Exercise – Integrate an API plugin with an API secured with OAuth

Module 7: Add custom knowledge to declarative agents using Copilot connectors and Visual Studio Code

Create a declarative agent with a Copilot connector
Exercise – Create a declarative agent with a Copilot connector

Recommended prerequisite knowledge

Visual Studio Code proficiency – Since the entire course uses VS Code and Teams Toolkit
Basic understanding of Microsoft 365 ecosystem – To understand where declarative agents integrate
Familiarity with API concepts – The course covers API plugins, authentication, and integration
Experience with JSON/manifest files – For configuring application and agent manifests
Basic development concepts – Understanding of programming interfaces and authentication methods

Credentials and certification

Features

Preparatory training for obtaining a Microsoft Applied Skills credential.
Performance is assessed through an interactive remote lab.
Duration: 120 minutes
Cost: $0

Assessment’s technical tasks

Configure manifests (app and agent)
Configure agent capabilities and knowledge
Create and configure an API plugin
Configure authentication for an API plugin
Implement Adaptive Cards
Publish agents to Microsoft 365 Copilot

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Copilot Declarative Agents Visual Studio Training

The Copilot Declarative Agents Visual Studio training is designed for developers, solution architects, and technical professionals. This course teaches you to develop advanced declarative agents using Visual Studio Code and Teams Toolkit to extend Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities with custom functionality and robust integrations.

Why Take This Training?

Microsoft 365 Copilot provides an extensible artificial intelligence platform for creating custom solutions. To maximize its extension potential, mastering declarative agent development with Visual Studio Code is essential. This course enables you to:

Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with sophisticated declarative agents
Develop custom solutions using Visual Studio Code and Teams Toolkit
Implement robust API plugins with secure authentication
Create interactive adaptive cards to enrich user experience
Strategically integrate Microsoft Graph connectors into your extensions

Skills Developed During Training Master Declarative Agent Development

Master Declarative Agent Development
Learn to create agents that extend the native capabilities of Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Extension Manifest Configuration
Master configuring application and agent manifests to optimize extension functionality.
Development with Visual Studio Code
Fully leverage Visual Studio Code and Teams Toolkit to develop professional Copilot extensions.
Secure Authentication Implementation
Configure advanced authentication mechanisms to protect your API extensions.
Advanced Adaptive Card Design
Develop skills to create adaptive cards that enrich Copilot’s user interface.
Microsoft Graph Integration for Extension
Leverage Microsoft Graph connectors to extend Copilot with enterprise data.

MS-4010 Instructor-Led Training for Mastering Copilot Extension

Our instructor-led Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with declarative agents by using Visual Studio Code (MS-4010) training offers interactive technical sessions live with Microsoft-certified experts. Through hands-on laboratories and concrete development projects, you’ll learn to effectively extend Microsoft 365 Copilot.

Upon completion, you’ll be ready to develop sophisticated Copilot extensions that transform the Microsoft 365 user experience.

Who Should Attend This Training?

Application developers wanting to extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with declarative agents
Solution architects seeking to create custom Copilot extensions
Technical professionals responsible for developing AI extensions
IT consultants specializing in extending Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities

Master the Art of Extending Microsoft 365 Copilot

The Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with declarative agents by using Visual Studio Code (MS-4010) training helps you master developing extensions that revolutionize the Microsoft 365 experience. Register today to become an expert in Copilot extension.

Frequently Asked Questions about Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with declarative agents Training (MS-4010) (FAQ)

What development tools are used to extend Copilot?

The training primarily uses Visual Studio Code, Teams Toolkit, and Microsoft Graph development tools to create declarative agent extensions.

What types of extensions can I create after this training?

You’ll be able to develop functional declarative agents, authenticated API plugins, and adaptive cards that extend Copilot’s capabilities.

Does this training cover extension with external systems?

Yes, the course includes Microsoft Graph connector integration and API implementation to extend Copilot with external data sources.

What technical level is required to learn Copilot extension?

Development experience and familiarity with Visual Studio Code are recommended to fully benefit from this advanced extension training.

How does this training enhance my AI extension skills?

It enables you to master emerging extension technologies and develop solutions that significantly augment Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities.

Can created extensions be distributed within the organization?

Yes, the training covers publication and deployment processes for agent extensions within the Microsoft 365 Copilot ecosystem.