Build an AI Chat App in 5 MINUTES with Microsoft's New Template! 🚀


Hey Reader,

Microsoft just dropped a brand-new AI Template for Visual Studio, and it's a total game-changer for .NET developers! 🔥

In my latest YouTube tutorial, I walk you through how to build an AI Chat Web App in just 5 minutes using this new template. It's fast, simple, and honestly... kinda fun!

👉 Watch the full video here

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You'll learn how to:

  • Set up the template in Visual Studio
  • Use GitHub's models with just a simple token
  • Train the chatbot with your own PDF data
  • Customize it with fun prompts (yes, even in the voice of Sherlock Holmes!)

And hey, if you prefer written guides, I’ve got you covered! There's also a free handbook linked in the video description to help you follow along step by step.

Let me know what you think!

Take care,

Patrick

PS: Want to level up your .NET and Blazor skills? I can help you with the .NET Web Academy. Check it out here: dotnetwebacademy.com


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