Innovating with PostgreSQL @Build
At this year's Microsoft Build, we're excited to share the latest updates and innovations in Microsoft Azure Database for PostgreSQL. Whether you're building AI powered apps and agents or just looking to uplevel your PostgreSQL experience, we've got sessions packed with insights and tools tailored for developers and technical leaders. As a fully managed, AI-ready open source relational database that offers 58% cost savings over an on-premises PostgreSQL database – Azure Database for PostgreSQL enhances your security, scalability, and management of enterprise workloads. Check out what’s happening with Postgres at Build — in Seattle and online: 🔍 Breakout Sessions BRK211: Building Advanced Agentic Apps with PostgreSQL on Azure What benefits do agentic architectures bring compared to traditional RAG patterns? Find out how we answer this question by exploring advanced agentic capabilities offered by popular GenAI frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel) and how they transform RAG applications built on Azure Database for PostgreSQL. Learn how to further improve agentic apps by integrating advanced RAG techniques, making vector search faster with the DiskANN vector search algorithm, and more accurate with Semantic Ranking and GraphRAG. BRK204: What’s New in Microsoft Databases: Empowering AI-Driven App Dev Explore advanced applications powered by Microsoft databases on-premises, on Azure and in Microsoft Fabric. Uncover innovative approaches to scalability and learn about intelligent data processing with AI-driven insights and agentic integrations. See new features with engaging demos across all databases including Azure Database for PostgreSQL. 💻 Demo Session DEM564: Boost Your Development Workflows with PostgreSQL Discover how to transform your development workflow on PostgreSQL. Whether you're building AI-powered apps, managing complex datasets, or just looking to streamline your PostgreSQL experience, this demo will show you how to level up your productivity with PostgreSQL on Azure. 🧪 Hands-On Labs LAB360: Build an Agentic App with PostgreSQL, GraphRAG, and Semantic Kernel Sign up to get hands-on experience building an agent-driven, RAG-based application with Azure Database for PostgreSQL and VS Code. Explore coding and architectural concepts while using DiskANN Index for Vector Search, and integrating Apache AGE for PostgreSQL to extend into a GraphRAG pattern leveraging the Semantic Kernel Agent Framework. 💬 Meet the Experts Have questions? Looking to talk open source, AI agentic apps, or migration? Visit us in the Expert Meetup Zone to connect with the Postgres product teams, engineers, and architects. 🔎 How to find it: Log into the Microsoft Build 2025 website or use the official event mobile app to view the venue map and session schedule. 📍 To find the Expert Meetup zone, check out the official MS Build Event Guide for a venue maps and other logistical information. 🐘Get Started with Azure Database for PostgreSQL Want to try it out firsthand? 🚀 Start building 📘 Explore the documentation Let's connect, code, and grow together at Build 2025!The Heart of Community – How Friendship Strengthens Our Social Circles
On building community. “Social connections are one of the most important factors in determining our well-being and longevity. Strong friendships benefit both individuals and the entire community. By prioritizing these relationships, we can build stronger, healthier communities." Psychologist Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad Friendship is vital for strong communities, providing emotional and social benefits. It fosters connection, trust, and belonging. Close friendships enhance personal well-being, reducing loneliness and boosting happiness. Research from the American Psychological Association shows that people with strong social connections are 50% more likely to live longer. Friendship's value goes beyond personal health; it positively impacts communities. Connected individuals are more likely to engage in social causes, collaborate on initiatives, and support each other, creating collective responsibility. This applies whether it is your local community, those that are part of your technical community, or hobbies you love like a book club or board game nights/groups. Host a community gathering – Organize a small event or gathering in your neighborhood to bring people together and foster new connections. Host a small meeting online for a quarterly check-in with friends. (I have a standing meeting with some college friends every other Sunday, sometimes there are two of us, sometimes six, sometimes we cancel, but having it on the calendar keeps it going. I find this time grounding and many times support just when I need it). Support local businesses – Frequent local shops and restaurants and engage with the owners and staff to build relationships within your community. (I recently debuted my DJing house music skills at a neighborhood benefit we did for our Los Angeles animal rescues for the wildfires.) Get to know your local business owners, chamber, rotary they are your neighbors! Volunteer for local causes – Dedicate some time to volunteer for community projects or organizations that resonate with you, helping to strengthen communal ties. One organization could benefit from even 1 hour of time and volunteering a way to make new acquaintances and friends. In the Microsoft Community space, a big shout out to those who produce both free and paid technical skilling community events and who run user groups - you are the purveyors of belonging and friendship. Be sure to check out all events in the Microsoft Community ecosystem on Communitydays.org. If you are a producer who creates events around Microsoft products, please list your event on the site! As we continue to spotlight and celebrate the individuals and initiatives that make our communities vibrant and connected, let us remember that each small act of connection and kindness contributes to the greater whole. By fostering friendships and creating inclusive spaces, we not only enhance our own lives but also build resilient, supportive communities. Let's all take a moment to reach out, engage, and uplift those around us, knowing that every gesture matters in the tapestry of community life. After twenty-four years in this space, I feel grateful to call so many of you friends of mine as well as colleagues. What is one way you can reach out to a friend today? #TheHeartofCommunity #BelongingMatters #CuppaCommuniTea #MicrosoftCommunity 🍵 Today I am drinking a cuppa Lemon Ginger tea from Bigelow Family Tea Blenders since 1945 - Fairfield, Connecticut. A probiotic tea that is a delicious blend of zesty lemon and ginger combined with BC30™ probiotic that supports healthy digestion.Random Acts of Connection – Small Ways to Foster Belonging in Everyday Life
On Building Community. "According to a study in Psychological Science, people who feel they belong to a community or group experience 30% less stress and loneliness, which positively impacts their overall health and emotional well-being." Belonging isn't solely about significant moments—it is also formed through small, daily interactions that remind individuals they are part of a larger community. Simple actions can create meaningful connections and improve someone's day. Here are some ways to practice random acts of connection: Start with a smile – A warm smile or friendly nod can make someone feel acknowledged. Give a genuine compliment – A kind word can positively impact someone's day. Engage in small talk – A brief conversation with a neighbor, barista, or coworker can create moments of connection. Invite inclusion – Notice someone new? Invite them into a conversation or shared activity. Express gratitude – A sincere “thank you” strengthens bonds and fosters appreciation. Connection is influential—when one makes the effort, others may follow. We are more the same as humans than we are different. What is one way you can foster belonging today? #RandomActsOfConnection #BelongingMatters #CuppaCommuniTea #MicrosoftCommunity 🍵 Today I am drinking a cuppa Darjeeling from Harney & Sons Fine Teas - Millerton, NY. "The Queen of Indian teas with earthy notes paired with citrus and fruit tones". A Fave.
