The .NET AI Stack: What's New, What's Next, and How It Fits Together

Name: The .NET AI Stack: What's New, What's Next, and How It Fits Together
Uploaded: 2026-11-12T01:00:14+00:00
Description: dotnet explores how model abstractions, retrieval, tools, AI agents, and local inference fit together in the .NET AI stack. Through examples and demos, the...

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Presented by dotnet, this session offers a practical guide to navigating the .NET AI ecosystem and deciding which building blocks to reach for first. It is aimed at both developers getting started with AI and those already building AI-powered software.

How the building blocks fit together

The session examines the evolving .NET AI stack through examples and demos, covering:

Model abstractions
Data and retrieval
Tools and AI agents
Local inference
Infrastructure that connects these components

The focus is on composing these pieces into useful applications rather than treating them as isolated capabilities. Alongside what is available today, the session explores patterns emerging across the ecosystem and possible future directions, helping developers build a clearer mental model for choosing and combining components.