How to update the proxyAddresses of a Cloud-only Entra ID user
I currently have a client with an Entra ID user (not migrated from on-premises) that is cloud-based, but has proxyAddresses values assigned. Now, I want to update the proxyAddresses through the Graph Explorer and have used this link as a guide: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/2280046/entra-connect-sync-blocking-user-creation-due-to-h. Now this guide is suggesting you can use the BETA model and this URL format... https://graph.microsoft.com/beta/users/%USERGUID% It states you can use that URL to do both 'GET' and 'PATCH' queries - the PATCH query being the one that will change the settings. You have to put forth a body for the proxyAddresses property in the PATCH query, which represents all of the addresses you want the user to utilise as proxy addresses. Now the GET query works... The PATCH query does not... Screenshot provided: Now, regarding the error message, I have applied ALL possible permissions in the 'Modify Permissions' tab. It is still erroring, Now I cannot use Exchange Online PowerShell, as the user does not have a mailbox! Aside from potentially using a license for Exchange Online or provisioning a mailbox for the user, and making the necessary changes, would the only other option be to delete/recreate the user?Practical ways to use AI in your Data Science and ML journey
Are you ready to take your learning from “just reading” to “actively doing”? We are launching a series of interactive events designed to help you bridge the gap between theory and practice, connect with peers, and learn directly from experts, all in a vibrant, supportive Discord community. The series will guide you on practical ways to use AI in your learning journey with Data Science and Machine Learning. Join the series on Discord at: https://aka.ms/ds4beginners/discord Why You Should Join Guided Pathways: Move seamlessly from the popular Data Science for Beginners and Machine Learning for Beginners curriculums to interact with fellow learners in the Azure AI Foundry Discord community. We’ve designed study plans, office hours sessions, and showcases so you can learn, ask questions, and get feedback in real time. Practical AI Skills: See how Artificial Intelligence can supercharge your learning. . Community & Collaboration: Find peer learners with similar goals, collaborate on projects, and get support from experienced moderators and MVPs. Machine Learning AMA 1 Theme: Learning Machine Learning with AI, responsibly. Date: Tuesday, 23 September (10AM PST | 1PM ET | 5PM GMT | 8PM EAT) What to Expect: Curriculum overview, hands-on AI demos, critique and correct a simple classifier, and peer collaboration. Link: https://aka.ms/learnwithai/ml Data Science AMA 2 Theme: Learning Data Science with AI, responsibly. Date: Tuesday, 30 September (10AM PST | 1PM ET | 5PM GMT | 8PM EAT) What to Expect: Curriculum overview, integrating AI into your learning, live Q&A, and practical tips for responsible AI use. Link: https://aka.ms/learnwithai/ds Showcase 1: GitHub Copilot for Data Science Theme: Hands-on AI Agents for Data Scientists Date: Thursday, 25 September (10AM PST | 1PM ET | 5PM GMT | 8PM EAT) What to Expect: Learn to use Copilot’s advanced features in Python and Jupyter Notebooks, customize agents, and extend your analyses. Link: https://aka.ms/learnwithai/agents How to Get Involved Join the Discord Channels: https://aka.ms/ds4beginners/discord https://aka.ms/ml4beginners/discord Prepare: Make sure you have a GitHub account, VS Code, Data Wrangler, ready for hands-on sessions. What Makes This Program Different? Discord first learning: Experience higher engagement and deeper connections. Curriculum-anchored activities: Every event is designed to build on what you’ve learned in the open-source curriculums. AI-powered study plans and resources: Get starter notebooks, prompt cards, and recap templates to accelerate your progress. Resources Hands-on workshop: https://aka.ms/ds-agents Data Science for beginner's curriculum: https://aka.ms/ds4beginners Machine Learning for beginner's curriculum: https://aka.ms/ml4beginners Ready to transform your learning journey? Join us for these exciting events and join us in the Azure AI Foundry Discord community. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your skills, there’s a place for you here!
Service Trust Portal no longer support Microsoft Account (MSA) access
Dear all, We need to access certain documents (i.e., SOC 2 or ISO 27xxx) on the https://servicetrust.microsoft.com/DocumentPage/d013b518-c1fe-462c-8124-de901f3b68dc. To download documents you need to be signed in first. However, when I click on "sign in" (using the same email/account as for our azure account) I get the error message "Service Trust Portal no longer support Microsoft Account (MSA) access." (see screenshot below). It seems that I am not the only one since other users had similar issues but they also could not find a solution (or at least it was not mentioned in their post): https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/security-compliance-and-identity/cannot-login-to-service-trust-portal/m-p/3632978 I have been trying this now since more than a week and also created a support ticket (which has not been assigned to a support agent yet). It is quite cumbersome and I hope some of you could have an idea since getting these documents is quite crucial for us.Top 7 Azure Services You Didn’t Know You Needed
When most people think of Microsoft Azure, they immediately picture the big players: virtual machines, databases, and storage. But Azure is more than just the backbone of cloud computing—it’s a treasure chest of lesser-known services that can transform the way your business operates. Whether you’re a developer, IT leader, or entrepreneur, these hidden gems can unlock new possibilities, save time, and cut costs. Here are 7 Azure services you didn’t know you needed—until now. https://dellenny.com/top-7-azure-services-you-didnt-know-you-needed/Azure for Beginners How to Launch Your First Cloud Project in 30 Minutes
Cloud computing might sound intimidating if you’re just getting started, but launching your first project on Microsoft Azure can actually be quick and beginner-friendly. Whether you’re a student, a developer testing ideas, or an IT professional exploring the cloud, Azure provides all the tools you need to spin up resources in minutes. In this guide, we’ll walk through the basics and show you how to launch your first cloud project on Azure in about half an hour. https://dellenny.com/azure-for-beginners-how-to-launch-your-first-cloud-project-in-30-minutes/How to Cut Your Azure Bill in Half Without Losing Performance
Cloud services like Microsoft Azure give you the scalability and flexibility to run nearly any workload, but they also come with a downside: costs can spiral quickly if you’re not careful. The good news? With the right strategies, you can reduce your Azure bill by up to 50% without sacrificing performance. Let’s walk through some practical steps you can apply today. https://dellenny.com/how-to-cut-your-azure-bill-in-half-without-losing-performance/Approaches to Integrating Azure Databricks with Microsoft Fabric: The Better Together Story!
Azure Databricks and Microsoft Fabric can be combined to create a unified and scalable analytics ecosystem. This document outlines eight distinct integration approaches, each accompanied by step-by-step implementation guidance and key design considerations. These methods are not prescriptive—your cloud architecture team can choose the integration strategy that best aligns with your organization’s governance model, workload requirements and platform preferences. Whether you prioritize centralized orchestration, direct data access, or seamless reporting, the flexibility of these options allows you to tailor the solution to your specific needs.Zone redundancy is now enabled by default in Azure Container Registry
We’re excited to announce a major resiliency enhancement for Azure Container Registry (ACR): Zone redundancy is now enabled by default for all ACR SKUs in regions that support Availability Zones. This means your ACR resources are now more resilient automatically and at no additional cost. What’s Changed? Previously, zone redundancy was only available for registries using the Premium SKU. With this update, all SKUs, including Basic and Standard, now benefit from zone redundancy in supported regions. This change has been applied automatically to all new and existing registries in regions that support Availability Zones, with no action required from you. What Does This Mean for You? Zone redundancy ensures that your registry’s data is replicated across multiple physical zones within a region. This means: Improved Resilience: Your container artifacts stored in Azure Container Registry are now protected against single-zone outages. Zero Configuration Required: If your registry is in a supported region, it’s automatically zone redundant. No Extra Cost: This enhancement is included at no additional charge for all ACR SKUs. Current Experience At this time, the Azure portal and CLI may not reflect this change accurately. Specifically, the zone redundancy property in your registry’s configuration may still appear as false. However, zone redundancy is enabled for all registries in supported regions. We’re actively working to update the portal and API surfaces to reflect this new default behavior more transparently. Also, all enabled features before the migration will continue to work with this new update as expected. For a full list of regions with zone redundancy supported please see: List of Azure regions | Microsoft Learn. FAQ Q: What’s the benefit for me? A: Your registry is now more resilient to single zone failures, improving resiliency and reliability, without any changes on your part. Q: How much does this cost? A: This upgrade is included at no additional cost across all SKUs. Q: Do I need a specific SKU to benefit from this? A: No, in Availability Zone enabled regions, zone redundancy is now enabled by default on all SKUs. Q: Which regions support zone redundancy? A: You can find the full list of supported regions here: List of Azure regions | Microsoft Learn.
Mysterious Nightly CPU Spikes on App Service Plans (22:00-10:00) Despite Low Traffic
For several months now, all of our Azure App Service Plans have been experiencing consistent CPU spikes during off-peak hours, specifically from approximately 22:00 PM to 10:00 AM. This pattern is particularly puzzling because: This timeframe corresponds to our lowest traffic and activity periods We've conducted thorough investigations but haven't identified the root cause No scheduled timer functions or planned jobs are running during these hours that could explain the spikes What we've already checked: Application logs and metrics Scheduled functions and background jobs Traffic patterns and user activity Has anyone encountered similar behavior? What could be causing these nightly CPU spikes on otherwise idle App Service Plans?External Data Sharing With Microsoft Fabric
The demands and growth of data for external analytics consumption is rapidly growing. There are many options to share data externally and the field is very dynamic. One of the most frictionless and easy onboarding steps for external data sharing we will explore is with Microsoft Fabric. This external data allows users to share data from their tenant with users in another Microsoft Fabric tenant.
