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6.3 Applications in ML, Statistics, and Kernel Methods
A deep, intuitive explanation of how Cholesky decomposition powers real machine learning and statistical systems—from Gaussian processes and Bayesian inference to kernel methods, Kalman filters, covariance modeling, and quadratic optimization. Understand why Cholesky is essential for stability, speed, and large-scale computation.
2025-09-30
Use Case: Sales Assistant Bot|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 6.3
Learn how to build a Sales Assistant Bot for Microsoft Teams. From surfacing leads to logging calls and syncing with CRMs, this section shows how bots can empower sales teams to move faster, close deals, and automate follow-ups — all within Teams.
2025-04-20
Use Case: Project Management Assistant Bot|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 6.2
Explore how to build a Project Management Assistant Bot for Microsoft Teams that delivers task summaries, reminders, and updates directly in the chat. Learn how this bot improves team productivity by integrating with tools like Jira or Trello and surfacing key information within the Teams workflow.
2025-04-19
Use Case: Helpdesk Assistant Bot|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 6.1
Explore how to build a Helpdesk Assistant Bot in Microsoft Teams. Learn how bots can reduce IT load by handling FAQs, logging support tickets, and notifying users — all within Teams. This section explains features, user experience, and implementation strategies.
2025-04-18
Monitoring, Logging, and Telemetry|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 5.3
Learn how to monitor and support your Microsoft Teams bot in production using logging, Azure Application Insights, and alerts. This section shows how to track user events, diagnose failures, and create telemetry that makes your bot reliable and supportable.
2025-04-17
Teams App Manifest and Packaging|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 5.2
Transform your bot into a full Teams app. This section walks through how to create a Teams app manifest, add branding, define scopes, and package your bot into a distributable .zip file for sideloading, internal use, or submission to the Microsoft App Store.
2025-04-16
Deploying to Azure|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 5.1
Learn how to deploy your Microsoft Teams bot to Azure for production use. This section walks through setting up an Azure App Service, configuring environment variables, connecting to Bot Channels Registration, and testing your bot in the cloud.
2025-04-15
Localization and Multi-Tenant Support|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 4.4
Prepare your Microsoft Teams bot for real-world deployment. This section covers how to support multiple languages using localization, and how to safely handle multiple organizations with multi-tenant support — including tenant isolation, data security, and consent flows.
2025-04-14
Message Extensions|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 4.3
Learn how to build search- and action-based Message Extensions in Microsoft Teams. This section shows how to let users interact with your bot directly from the message composer — to search records, fill forms, or insert rich cards — all without leaving the chat.
2025-04-13
Proactive Messaging|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 4.2
Learn how to build bots that initiate conversations in Microsoft Teams. This section explains proactive messaging — including when and how to use it, how to store conversation references, and best practices to ensure your bot helps without interrupting.
2025-04-12
Task Modules|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 4.1
Learn how to use Task Modules in Microsoft Teams to embed rich, interactive modal experiences inside your bot. This section explains how to launch, return data from, and design secure webviews that turn chat into structured user interaction.
2025-04-11
Conversation Flow and Dialogs|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 3.3
Learn how to build intelligent conversation flows in Microsoft Teams bots using dialogs. This section explains how to guide users through multi-turn interactions, manage state, use prompts and waterfalls, and decide when to use dialogs versus Task Modules.
2025-04-10
Rich Responses with Adaptive Cards|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 3.2
Learn how to create rich, interactive messages in Microsoft Teams using Adaptive Cards. This section explains how to design, send, and handle cards in your bot — making your bot feel less like a chat and more like a true app experience inside Teams.
2025-04-09
Message Handling|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 3.1
Learn how to build responsive and intelligent Microsoft Teams bots by handling messages effectively. This section covers activity types, keyword detection, mentions, markdown formatting, conversation context, and tips for scaling from simple replies to powerful, workflow-driven bots.
2025-04-08
Bot Authentication and Identity|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 2.3
Learn how Microsoft Teams bots authenticate users and access secure data. This section covers SSO, OAuth 2.0, and the Microsoft Graph API, giving your bot the ability to understand identity and act on behalf of users—safely and seamlessly.
2025-04-07
Hello World Bot|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 2.2
Build your first Microsoft Teams bot with a simple Hello World response. This hands-on section walks you through using the Bot Framework SDK, setting up a local project with Node.js or .NET, using Ngrok to expose your endpoint, and testing your bot directly in Teams.
2025-04-06
Setting Up Your Environment|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 2.1
Start your Microsoft Teams bot development journey with a solid foundation. This section walks you through the essential tools—Node.js, .NET SDK, Ngrok, Azure CLI—and explains why setting up your dev environment the right way is critical to building bots successfully.
2025-04-05
Overview of Microsoft Teams Bot Capabilities|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 1.3
Explore the full range of capabilities bots can offer in Microsoft Teams. This section breaks down interactive contexts, features like Adaptive Cards, proactive messaging, user authentication, Graph API integration, and what limitations still exist. Get a developer’s guide to what’s possible.
2025-04-04
Overview of Microsoft Teams Architecture|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 1.2
Get a developer-friendly introduction to how Microsoft Teams is built. This section explains Teams architecture—channels, tabs, bots, messaging extensions, and Graph API—and shows how each component fits into the broader platform. A must-read before building your first bot.
2025-04-03
Why Build Bots for Microsoft Teams?|Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots 1.1
Discover why Microsoft Teams bots are transforming the workplace. This section explores the real-world impact of building bots in Teams, from automating tasks and integrating external services to enabling context-aware digital assistants. Learn how bots can save time, boost productivity, and bring automation into the flow of daily work.
2025-04-02
Mastering Microsoft Teams Bots: A Complete Developer’s Guide
The definitive guide to building bots for Microsoft Teams—from fundamentals to deployment. Learn how to build intelligent and interactive bots using the Microsoft Bot Framework, integrate Adaptive Cards and Task Modules, send proactive messages, authenticate users with Teams SSO, and deploy securely on Azure. Packed with practical examples and real-world use cases, this book will help you automate workflows, enhance collaboration, and deliver smart experiences inside Teams.
2025-04-01
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