.NET Rocks! AI Extensions for .NET with Steve Sanderson
Feb 6, 2025
Steve Sanderson, a developer on the .NET team at Microsoft, dives into the exciting realm of AI in application development. He discusses the practical use of the Microsoft.Extensions.AI toolset for OpenAI and oLlama, highlighting innovative AI features beyond just chat. Steve shares ideas for enhancing user experience, like dynamic UI changes and smart form suggestions. The conversation also touches on the transformative impact of AI in coding tools and the potential for .NET developers to easily integrate sophisticated AI functionalities into their projects.
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AI on the Backend
- Use AI on the backend to predict user needs and automate tasks.
- This approach enhances productivity without requiring user interaction like chatbots.
Semantic Search Simplicity
- AI-powered features like semantic search are simpler to implement than they sound.
- Developers can enhance existing search features in their applications by leveraging embedding models.
Expedia Chatbot Success
- Steve Sanderson shares a positive chatbot experience with Expedia.
- Despite initial skepticism, the chatbot efficiently retrieved his booking number after he couldn't find it.