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TechTalks with Manoj

TechTalks with Manoj

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From code to cloud to cognitive services — TechTalks with Manoj explores the cutting edge of software development. Hosted by a veteran architect with 18+ years in .NET, Angular, and cloud platforms like Azure and AWS, this show is your blueprint to building scalable, modern, and AI-driven applications.

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  • MCP: The Universal Plug for AI
    May 12 2025

    Welcome to another episode of “TechTalks with Manoj”, where we break down real technology for real-world builders.

    Today’s deep dive is all about the Model Context Protocol, or MCP — a powerful open standard that’s quietly reshaping how AI models plug into tools, APIs, databases, and live systems.

    MCP solves one of the oldest integration headaches in software architecture — the dreaded “N×M” connector explosion. It introduces a protocol-driven way for LLMs to securely access tools, resources, and prompts — without bespoke glue code for every system.

    Whether you're building enterprise copilots, AI-powered IDEs, or context-aware customer assistants, MCP is the missing link between your models and your operational stack.

    In this episode, we’ll explore:

    * What MCP actually is and why it matters

    * How it compares to REST, LangChain, and other tools

    * Key architecture concepts like Tools, Roots, and Sampling

    * Real-world use cases in software, healthcare, finance, and more

    * And finally — how to get started with MCP in your own projects

    This isn’t theory — this is the protocol layer that lets AI talk to your real systems, with security and scale built in.



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    20 mins
  • Inside Azure AI Services
    May 5 2025

    Welcome to another episode of "TechTalks with Manoj", where we break down real technology for real-world builders.

    Today’s deep dive is all about Azure AI Services — Microsoft’s full-stack AI platform that’s quietly transforming how enterprise apps are designed, deployed, and scaled.

    We’ll explore what’s inside the Azure AI toolbox — from computer vision and speech processing to custom models, decision-making APIs, and the new Foundry-based agents.

    Whether you’re building virtual assistants, healthcare apps, or financial workflows, Azure’s AI services give you production-ready tools with enterprise-grade security, governance, and performance baked in.

    So stick around — we’ll walk through key services, architecture patterns, security tips, and how to connect these AI capabilities with real business value.

    This is more than just AI theory — this is how to architect intelligent solutions that scale.

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    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit manojknewsletter.substack.com
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    23 mins
  • Mastering Azure Service Bus
    Apr 28 2025

    Welcome to "TechTalks with Manoj"! In today's episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful tools in cloud architecture—Azure Service Bus. Whether you're building scalable messaging systems or designing event-driven architectures, Azure Service Bus offers a reliable solution for seamless integration. We’ll explore key concepts like messaging patterns, event-driven design, and best practices to ensure your cloud solutions are robust and scalable. So, let’s unlock the power of Azure Service Bus together and take your cloud game to the next level.

    Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.



    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit manojknewsletter.substack.com
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    40 mins

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