This article outlines the technical steps to integrate Azure AI services with a SharePoint Framework (SPFx) solution. It discusses setting up Azure Function Apps to connect SPFx clients with AI models using processes like text embedding and Response Augmented Generation (RAG). The solution enhances document conversion and knowledge-based interactions.
This article discusses configuring Azure Function Apps secured by Entra ID for an SPFx solution, K-Docs Publish, which enables a knowledge base to be set up in SharePoint Online. It details challenges faced during development and outlines essential steps for establishing Entra ID App Registration and ensuring proper Azure Function authentication for secure operations.
In February, I was challenged to develop a submission for the SharePoint Hackathon 2026. I came up with K-Docs Publish, a replacement for our outdated Word to Wiki solution. The aim is to enhance accessibility to corporate information while leveraging AI.
A favicon is a small icon representing a website, enhancing branding and user experience. However, SharePoint lacks native support for custom favicons. K-Favicon, a free third-party tool, allows users to set unique favicons for individual sites, hubs, and across a tenancy, improving professional appearance and user engagement.
Microsoft deprecating the SharePoint SendEmail REST API without clear communication has left me disappointed and the only viable alternative is to use the Graph API which adds friction as it requires Global Admin approval. But I argue that the whole system is flawed as it works at API permission level globally and fails to distinguish between requesting apps.
A great deal of my working life is spent developing custom solution using the SharePoint Framework (SPFx). For many years
Introduction When developing custom client web parts using the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) you invariably need a add web part property
I’ve been working with the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) development method for a while now and I must admit that whilst
I am pleased to announce that we have just released an update to our Site Page Breadcrumbs webpart for SharePoint
Currently, modern SharePoint site pages have search boxes embedded within the chrome of the page, although they are not always
This blog post in support of the Kaboodle Announce web part which enables you leverage numerous enhanced options when it
This is the 3rd part of my blog mini-series, based around a project to create an Announcement client web part
