Editor's note
I kept this issue intentionally mixed, with Microsoft.Extensions.AI setting the tone and Verify showing a practical way to tighten tests. The SQL tuning and Always Encrypted pieces are especially useful if you’re balancing performance with data protection. This lineup is a good snapshot of what people are building and troubleshooting right now.
AI building blocks, tests, and SQL tuning
Midweek, but no time for a slump! This Wednesday, we’ve curated articles that will stretch your thinking and spark some new ideas for your projects. Scroll down and dig into today’s lineup—it’s the fuel you need to keep the creativity flowing!
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