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April 7, 2021

Tech News is changing Dear subscriber, the newsletter experience is about to get even better. Beginning with the next edition, Tech News will feature a new streamlined look, it will be published once per month, and you will be able to further customize the content to match your preferences. Stay tuned.   Explore the rising threat of firmware attacks The March 2021 Security Signals report shows attacks against firmware are on the rise. Learn about these attacks and new tools that are helping to limit the threat of firmware attacks.   Azure SQL Fundamentals Get an in-depth look at the Azure SQL Fundamentals learning path on Microsoft Learn. Get an introduction to Azure SQL, learn about configuration and deployment, and find out how Azure SQL can help ensure you meet compliance standards.   EarthDay 2021: #VisualGreenTech challenge Help create awareness and empower actionable learning. Sketch and share your sustainability ideas and insights. Learn more about the #VisualGreenTech challenge.

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Demo: Deploy packages with GitHub Actions Learn how to create a smooth workflow that will publish new versions of packages directly from GitHub. Learn More Better app token security through application roles Discover how application roles can help you achieve better app token security, and explore the most effective security measures for protecting your applications. Learn More Improving app security with Application Security Groups Learn how to improve your application security with Application Security Groups on Azure. Discover why a "flat network" is a problem, and find out how to make your network more secure without a lengthy rearchitecting project. Learn More Deploying key design principles with enterprise-scale architecture Get an inside look at one company's discussion about key design and decision points when deploying an enterprise-scale landing zone and resources to the cloud. Learn More Strengthen compliance in Azure Security Center Explore new enhancements to the compliance management experience in Azure Security Center. Learn about Azure Security Benchmark with Microsoft Secure Score, downloading audit certification reports, and other updates. Learn More Introduction to VisionOnEdge Discover how the VisionOnEdge solution template makes it easier to move your vision AI project to production. Learn More What's new in Microsoft Teams Get an overview of recent updates to Microsoft Teams. Learn about live transcription, meeting recaps, template cmdlets and policies, a new file sharing experience, and many other enhancements. Learn More

Events   Digital event: Cloud Migration and Modernization with Azure April 8, 2021, online Register for this free session to learn technical skills and find out how the cloud helps you build resilience for your environment. Learn how to migrate and modernize your apps, databases, and infrastructure in the cloud.   Microsoft meets Community: Windows Virtual Desktop April 9, 2021, online Attend this free virtual Community event to learn more about Windows Virtual Desktop. Explore news, learn insights, and watch demos.   Webinar series: Insights and Practices to Run Business-Critical Apps on Azure April 13–27, 2021, online Join this three-part Azure series to better understand how migrating mission-critical workloads to the cloud helps increase compliance, improve security, and capitalize on operational advantages.   Digital event: Global Azure 2021 April 15–17, 2021, online Join a three-day virtual conference to hear from industry and community leaders. Share, learn, and have fun as you connect with Azure community members from around the world.   Game Stack Live April 20–21, 2021, online Register for a two-day digital event and delve into game development. Explore Microsoft tools and services empowering game development, join deep dive sessions, and connect with other game developers.   Azure Storage Day April 29, 2021, online Eliminate data silos and improve compliance with the right Azure storage solution for your use case. Register for this digital event to learn about cloud storage solutions, explore current trends, and watch live demos.   Microsoft Business Applications Summit May 4, 2021, online Learn from industry experts, explore Power Platform and Dynamics 365, connect with peers, and get a sneak peek at what's to come.

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