474447 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Copilot Extensibility – Automatic project scaffolding in Teams Toolkit for building Graph connectors

Product:

Copilot, Teams

Platform:

Developer, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

Developers can now leverage an automatic project scaffolding for Graph connector applications within the Teams Toolkit, allowing for the generation of a full production-ready Graph connector application from just an API description file, significantly reducing setup time and complexity.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-01-11

updated:
2025-09-27

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Increased Risk of Deployment Failures
Without proper preparation, the automatic project scaffolding may lead to improperly configured Graph connector applications, resulting in deployment failures and downtime.
   - roles: Developers, IT Operations Team
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-developer-blog/announcing-microsoft-365-copilot-in-teams-toolkit/ba-p/3741230

User Experience Disruption
If the new Graph connector applications are not thoroughly tested before deployment, users may experience disruptions in accessing data and services, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/03/16/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're setting up a new office. Traditionally, you'd need to find a location, design the layout, buy furniture, and set everything up before you can start working. This process can be time-consuming and complex. Now, imagine if you had a service that, once you provide a simple description of what you need, automatically finds a location, designs the layout, and sets up the office for you. All you need to do is walk in and start working.

This is similar to what Microsoft is offering with its new feature in the Teams Toolkit for developers. Previously, creating a Graph connector application, which helps different software systems communicate and share data, required a lot of manual setup and technical know-how. Developers had to build everything from scratch, which could be complex and time-consuming.

With the new automatic project scaffolding feature, developers can now simply provide an API description file—a bit like giving that service a list of your office needs—and the Teams Toolkit will automatically generate a fully functional Graph connector application. This means that developers can skip the lengthy setup process and get straight to refining and using their application, much like walking into a ready-to-use office.

This advancement reduces the complexity and time involved in setting up these applications, making it easier and faster for developers to create and deploy solutions that connect different systems. It's a significant step towards simplifying the development process, allowing developers to focus more on innovation and less on the technical setup.