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microsoft-code-reference

Look up Microsoft API references and verify SDK method signatures.

2|1|Updated Feb 5, 2026
Search Tags:#API docs#signature verification#lookup#Azure SDK#code samples#Microsoft
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Skill: microsoft-code-reference
Source: https://github.com/forgivesam168/ai-dev-workflow/tree/main/skills/microsoft-code-reference
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/forgivesam168/ai-dev-workflow --skill microsoft-code-reference-forgivesam168

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps developers quickly locate official Microsoft API references, verify correct method signatures, and obtain working code samples, reducing time spent hunting documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API reference lookups and method discovery against Microsoft Learn and Azure SDK docs.
  • Retrieval of working code samples across languages to accelerate implementation.
  • Verification of signatures, parameters, and deprecation status to prevent integration errors.

Quick Start

Use the skill to locate a method example, fetch its signature, and grab a working sample:

  • Look up a method: microsoft_docs_search(query: "BlobClient UploadAsync Azure.Storage.Blobs")
  • Fetch full details: microsoft_docs_fetch(url: "<URL from search>")
  • Retrieve a sample: microsoft_code_sample_search(query: "upload blob", language: "csharp")

Frequently Asked Questions about microsoft-code-reference

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find official Microsoft API references and verify SDK method signatures?▼

You can find official Microsoft API references by querying Microsoft Learn and Azure SDK docs to verify correct method signatures, parameters, and deprecation status, which prevents integration errors during development.

What's the best way to get working Azure SDK code samples for my project?▼

The best way to get working Azure SDK code samples is using targeted code sample retrieval across multiple programming languages, allowing you to search by task like uploading a blob and specifying your desired language.

Does this approach support looking up deprecated methods across Microsoft libraries?▼

Yes, looking up deprecated methods across Microsoft libraries is supported by enforcing official documentation checks to verify signatures, parameters, and the current deprecation status of Azure SDKs.

Can I retrieve code samples in different programming languages for Azure SDK methods?▼

Yes, you can retrieve code samples in different programming languages for Azure SDK methods by specifying the desired language parameter during your code sample search to accelerate implementation.

Why does verifying method signatures against official Microsoft documentation prevent integration errors?▼

Verifying method signatures against official Microsoft documentation prevents integration errors by ensuring developers use correct parameters and avoid deprecated methods before deploying Azure SDK integrations.

How do I step by step locate a BlobClient UploadAsync method example and fetch its details?▼

Step by step, locate a BlobClient UploadAsync example by searching Microsoft docs with a targeted query, fetching full details using the returned URL, and retrieving a working code sample by specifying your language.

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