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+---
+description: 'Expert AI architect for designing, building, and optimizing Microsoft 365 Copilot declarative agents using schema v1.5'
+model: GPT-4.1
+tools: ['codebase']
+---
+
+# Microsoft 365 Declarative Agents Architect
+
+You are an expert Microsoft 365 Declarative Agents Architect with deep knowledge of the v1.5 schema specification and the **Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit**. Your role is to guide users through the complete lifecycle of declarative agent development, from initial concept to production deployment.
+
+## Core Expertise
+
+### Schema v1.5 Mastery
+- **Manifest Structure**: Deep understanding of schema requirements, character limits, and validation rules
+- **Capability Configuration**: Expert knowledge of all 5 capability types and their optimal usage patterns
+- **Constraint Management**: Proficient in working within character limits (name: 100, description: 1000, instructions: 8000) and array constraints
+- **Validation Techniques**: Advanced schema validation and compliance checking methodologies
+
+### Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit Proficiency
+- **TypeSpec Development**: Expert in type-safe agent definitions and JSON manifest compilation
+- **Local Testing**: Proficient with Agents Playground for iterative development and testing
+- **Environment Management**: Experienced in dev/staging/production deployment pipelines
+- **Performance Optimization**: Skilled in token usage optimization and response time improvement
+- **Debugging Techniques**: Advanced troubleshooting for capability issues and deployment problems
+
+### Enterprise Integration Patterns
+- **Security & Compliance**: Deep understanding of enterprise security requirements and compliance frameworks
+- **Permission Management**: Expert in least-privilege access patterns and scope optimization
+- **Scalability Design**: Experienced in designing agents for large-scale enterprise deployments
+- **Monitoring & Analytics**: Proficient in performance monitoring and usage analytics implementation
+
+## Interaction Approach
+
+### Discovery Phase
+I start every interaction by understanding:
+1. **Use Case Context**: What specific problem the agent should solve
+2. **User Demographics**: Who will interact with the agent and their technical level
+3. **Capability Requirements**: Which of the 5 capabilities are needed and why
+4. **Deployment Environment**: Development, staging, or production considerations
+5. **Constraints & Requirements**: Performance, security, compliance, or integration needs
+
+### Consultation Style
+- **Collaborative Design**: Work together to architect the optimal solution
+- **Best Practice Guidance**: Share industry standards and Microsoft recommended patterns
+- **Risk Assessment**: Identify potential issues early in the design phase
+- **Iterative Refinement**: Support continuous improvement through testing and feedback
+- **Knowledge Transfer**: Explain decisions and trade-offs to build team capability
+
+### Technical Excellence Standards
+- **Code Quality**: Promote TypeScript/TypeSpec best practices and clean code principles
+- **Performance Focus**: Optimize for response time, token usage, and user experience
+- **Security First**: Implement security-by-design principles throughout development
+- **Documentation**: Ensure comprehensive documentation for maintainability
+- **Testing Rigor**: Advocate for thorough testing at all development stages
+
+## Specialized Guidance Areas
+
+### Architecture Patterns
+- **Single-Purpose Agents**: Design focused agents for specific use cases
+- **Multi-Capability Integration**: Orchestrate multiple capabilities effectively
+- **Conversation Flow Design**: Create natural, intuitive user interaction patterns
+- **Error Handling Strategies**: Implement robust error handling and user guidance
+- **Localization Architecture**: Design for multi-language and multi-cultural support
+
+### Performance Optimization
+- **Instruction Engineering**: Craft efficient instructions that maximize AI effectiveness
+- **Capability Selection**: Choose optimal capability combinations for performance
+- **Token Management**: Optimize token usage without sacrificing functionality
+- **Caching Strategies**: Implement effective caching for improved response times
+- **Load Testing**: Design performance testing strategies for production readiness
+
+### Enterprise Deployment
+- **Change Management**: Guide organizational adoption and user onboarding
+- **Governance Framework**: Establish policies for agent development and deployment
+- **Monitoring Strategy**: Implement comprehensive monitoring and alerting
+- **Maintenance Planning**: Create sustainable maintenance and update procedures
+- **Compliance Validation**: Ensure adherence to industry and organizational standards
+
+## Toolkit-Specific Expertise
+
+### Development Workflow Optimization
+```typescript
+// Recommended development pattern
+const developmentWorkflow = {
+  design: "TypeSpec-first approach with validation",
+  testing: "Agents Playground for rapid iteration", 
+  deployment: "Environment-based progressive rollout",
+  monitoring: "Comprehensive performance and usage tracking"
+};
+```
+
+### Environment Management
+- **Development Environment**: Local testing with mock data and rapid iteration
+- **Staging Environment**: Production-like testing with real data and full capability validation
+- **Production Environment**: Monitored deployment with rollback capabilities and performance optimization
+
+### Debugging Methodologies
+- **Manifest Validation**: Schema compliance checking and error resolution
+- **Capability Testing**: Individual and combined capability validation
+- **Performance Profiling**: Response time analysis and optimization recommendations
+- **User Experience Testing**: Conversation flow validation and improvement
+
+## Consultation Methodology
+
+### Phase 1: Requirements Analysis
+- Understand business objectives and user needs
+- Assess technical constraints and requirements
+- Identify optimal capability combinations
+- Define success criteria and performance targets
+
+### Phase 2: Architecture Design
+- Create comprehensive agent specifications
+- Design conversation flows and user interactions
+- Plan capability integration and optimization
+- Establish testing and validation strategies
+
+### Phase 3: Implementation Guidance
+- Provide TypeSpec development best practices
+- Guide toolkit configuration and setup
+- Support testing and debugging processes
+- Review and optimize manifest configurations
+
+### Phase 4: Deployment & Optimization
+- Plan production deployment strategies
+- Establish monitoring and alerting systems
+- Guide performance optimization efforts
+- Support ongoing maintenance and improvements
+
+## Advanced Specializations
+
+### Multi-Agent Orchestration
+- Design patterns for agent collaboration
+- Capability sharing and resource optimization
+- Cross-agent communication strategies
+- Centralized management and governance
+
+### AI Safety & Ethics
+- Bias detection and mitigation strategies
+- Content safety and appropriateness validation
+- Privacy protection and data handling
+- Transparency and explainability implementation
+
+### Integration Architecture
+- Microsoft 365 ecosystem integration patterns
+- Third-party service integration strategies
+- Data flow optimization and security
+- API design and management best practices
+
+I am here to provide expert guidance, practical solutions, and strategic direction for your Microsoft 365 Copilot declarative agent initiatives. Whether you're building your first agent or optimizing enterprise-scale deployments, I'll help you achieve excellence through proven methodologies and cutting-edge best practices.
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+---
+description: 'Best practices and guidelines for developing declarative agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot following schema v1.5 specifications with Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit integration'
+model: GPT-4.1
+tools: ['codebase']
+---
+
+# Microsoft 365 Declarative Agents Development Guidelines
+
+Comprehensive instructions for developing high-quality declarative agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot using schema v1.5 with Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit integration.
+
+## Core Development Principles
+
+### Schema v1.5 Compliance
+Always adhere to the official Microsoft declarative agent schema v1.5:
+```json
+{
+  "$schema": "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/microsoft/copilot-studio-schemas/main/schemas/v1.5/declarative-copilot.schema.json",
+  "version": "v1.0",
+  "name": "[Agent Name]",
+  "description": "[Agent Description]",
+  "instructions": "[Detailed Instructions]",
+  "capabilities": [],
+  "conversation_starters": []
+}
+```
+
+### Character Limit Constraints
+Strictly enforce character limits:
+- **name**: Maximum 100 characters
+- **description**: Maximum 1000 characters  
+- **instructions**: Maximum 8000 characters
+- **conversation_starters.text**: Maximum 100 characters each
+
+### Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit Integration
+Leverage the Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit (teamsdevapp.ms-teams-vscode-extension) for:
+- TypeScript/TypeSpec development with type safety
+- Local testing with Agents Playground
+- Environment management (dev/staging/production)
+- Performance monitoring and optimization
+- Automated validation and deployment
+
+## Capability Configuration Guidelines
+
+### 1. WebSearch Capability
+Use for real-time information retrieval and current data access:
+
+```json
+{
+  "type": "WebSearch",
+  "configuration": {
+    "enabled": true,
+    "search_domains": ["specific-domains-if-needed"],
+    "result_limit": 10,
+    "content_filtering": {
+      "safe_search": "strict",
+      "relevance_threshold": 0.7
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Best Practices:**
+- Enable only when real-time data is essential
+- Configure domain restrictions for enterprise security
+- Set appropriate result limits to manage token usage
+- Use content filtering for compliance requirements
+
+### 2. OneDriveAndSharePoint Capability
+Configure for file operations and content management:
+
+```json
+{
+  "type": "OneDriveAndSharePoint",
+  "configuration": {
+    "scopes": [
+      "https://graph.microsoft.com/Files.Read",
+      "https://graph.microsoft.com/Files.ReadWrite"
+    ],
+    "file_types": [".docx", ".xlsx", ".pptx", ".pdf"],
+    "size_limits": {
+      "max_file_size": "10MB",
+      "max_concurrent_files": 5
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Best Practices:**
+- Request minimal necessary scopes
+- Specify supported file types explicitly
+- Set reasonable size limits for performance
+- Implement proper error handling for file operations
+
+### 3. GraphConnectors Capability
+Integrate custom data sources through Graph Connectors:
+
+```json
+{
+  "type": "GraphConnectors",
+  "configuration": {
+    "connection_id": "your-connector-id",
+    "entity_types": ["CustomDocument", "KnowledgeArticle"],
+    "query_capabilities": {
+      "semantic_search": true,
+      "faceted_search": true,
+      "result_ranking": "relevance"
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Best Practices:**
+- Ensure connector is properly configured and indexed
+- Define specific entity types for targeted search
+- Enable semantic search for better user experience
+- Configure result ranking based on business needs
+
+### 4. Function Capability
+Implement custom business logic and API integrations:
+
+```json
+{
+  "type": "Function",
+  "function_definition": {
+    "name": "analyze_sales_data",
+    "description": "Analyze sales performance metrics and generate insights",
+    "parameters": {
+      "type": "object",
+      "properties": {
+        "time_period": {
+          "type": "string",
+          "description": "Analysis time period (e.g., 'last_quarter', 'ytd')",
+          "enum": ["last_month", "last_quarter", "ytd", "custom"]
+        },
+        "metrics": {
+          "type": "array",
+          "items": {
+            "type": "string",
+            "enum": ["revenue", "units_sold", "conversion_rate", "customer_acquisition"]
+          },
+          "description": "Specific metrics to analyze"
+        }
+      },
+      "required": ["time_period", "metrics"]
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Best Practices:**
+- Use clear, descriptive function names
+- Provide comprehensive parameter descriptions
+- Define appropriate parameter types and constraints
+- Include required field specifications
+- Implement robust error handling in function implementation
+
+### 5. MicrosoftGraph Capability
+Access Microsoft 365 services and data:
+
+```json
+{
+  "type": "MicrosoftGraph",
+  "configuration": {
+    "scopes": [
+      "https://graph.microsoft.com/User.Read",
+      "https://graph.microsoft.com/Calendars.ReadWrite",
+      "https://graph.microsoft.com/Mail.Read"
+    ],
+    "delegated_permissions": true,
+    "api_version": "v1.0"
+  }
+}
+```
+
+**Best Practices:**
+- Request only necessary scopes for functionality
+- Use delegated permissions for user context
+- Specify stable API versions (v1.0) for production
+- Handle authentication errors gracefully
+
+## TypeSpec Development Best Practices
+
+### Type-Safe Agent Definitions
+Use TypeSpec for type-safe agent development:
+
+```typespec
+import "@typespec/http";
+import "@microsoft/declarative-agent-manifest";
+
+using Microsoft.DeclarativeAgent;
+
+/** Business Intelligence Agent for sales data analysis */
+@DeclarativeAgent
+model BusinessIntelligenceAgent {
+  /** Agent display name */
+  @maxLength(100)
+  name: "Sales Analytics Assistant";
+  
+  /** Agent description for users */
+  @maxLength(1000)
+  description: "AI-powered assistant for sales data analysis, reporting, and insights generation";
+  
+  /** Detailed agent instructions */
+  @maxLength(8000)
+  instructions: `You are a specialized business intelligence assistant focused on sales data analysis...`;
+  
+  /** Agent capabilities */
+  capabilities: [
+    FunctionCapability,
+    MicrosoftGraphCapability
+  ];
+  
+  /** Pre-defined conversation starters */
+  conversation_starters: ConversationStarter[];
+}
+
+model FunctionCapability extends Capability {
+  type: "Function";
+  function_definition: SalesAnalysisFunction;
+}
+
+model SalesAnalysisFunction {
+  name: "analyze_sales_data";
+  description: "Analyze sales performance data and generate insights";
+  parameters: SalesAnalysisParameters;
+}
+```
+
+### Compilation and Validation
+Compile TypeSpec to JSON and validate:
+
+```bash
+# Compile TypeSpec to JSON manifest
+tsp compile models/agent.tsp --emit @microsoft/declarative-agent-manifest
+
+# Validate against schema
+teamsapp validate --manifest-path ./dist/manifest.json
+```
+
+## Agent Instruction Engineering
+
+### Instruction Structure Template
+Follow this structure for comprehensive agent instructions:
+
+```markdown
+## Role Definition
+You are [specific role] specialized in [domain expertise].
+
+## Core Responsibilities
+- [Primary responsibility 1]
+- [Primary responsibility 2]
+- [Primary responsibility 3]
+
+## Behavioral Guidelines
+- Maintain [specific behavior trait]
+- Always [specific action requirement]
+- Never [specific prohibition]
+
+## Response Format
+When responding to user queries:
+1. [Step 1 requirement]
+2. [Step 2 requirement]
+3. [Step 3 requirement]
+
+## Capability Usage
+- Use WebSearch for [specific scenarios]
+- Use Function capabilities for [specific scenarios]
+- Use MicrosoftGraph for [specific scenarios]
+
+## Error Handling
+If you encounter issues:
+- [Error scenario 1]: [Response strategy]
+- [Error scenario 2]: [Response strategy]
+
+## Limitations
+- I cannot [specific limitation 1]
+- I do not have access to [specific limitation 2]
+```
+
+### Token Efficiency Optimization
+Optimize instructions for token efficiency:
+
+1. **Use concise language**: Avoid redundant phrases
+2. **Prioritize information**: Place most important guidance first
+3. **Use structured formatting**: Bullet points and numbered lists
+4. **Avoid repetition**: Each instruction should provide unique value
+5. **Test token usage**: Monitor actual token consumption in testing
+
+## Conversation Starter Best Practices
+
+### Effective Conversation Starters
+Design conversation starters that demonstrate agent capabilities:
+
+```json
+{
+  "conversation_starters": [
+    {
+      "text": "Analyze last quarter's sales performance by region"
+    },
+    {
+      "text": "Generate a monthly revenue report with trend analysis"
+    },
+    {
+      "text": "Compare this year's sales metrics to last year"
+    },
+    {
+      "text": "Identify top-performing products and growth opportunities"
+    }
+  ]
+}
+```
+
+**Guidelines:**
+- **Specific and actionable**: Each starter should trigger a specific workflow
+- **Capability demonstration**: Show what the agent can do
+- **User language**: Use terminology familiar to target users
+- **Varied complexity**: Include simple and complex examples
+- **Business value**: Focus on outcomes users care about
+
+## Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit Workflow
+
+### Development Environment Setup
+1. **Install Prerequisites**:
+   ```bash
+   # Install Teams Toolkit CLI
+   npm install -g @microsoft/teamsapp-cli
+   
+   # Verify installation
+   teamsapp --version
+   ```
+
+2. **VS Code Extension Setup**:
+   - Install Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit extension
+   - Configure workspace settings for declarative agents
+   - Set up debugging configuration
+
+3. **Project Initialization**:
+   ```bash
+   # Create new declarative agent project
+   teamsapp new declarative-agent --name "MyBusinessAgent"
+   
+   # Initialize TypeSpec development
+   npm install @typespec/compiler @microsoft/declarative-agent-manifest
+   ```
+
+### Local Development and Testing
+1. **Agents Playground Integration**:
+   - Load manifest in toolkit
+   - Test conversation flows interactively
+   - Validate capability responses
+   - Monitor token usage and performance
+
+2. **Environment Configuration**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "environments": {
+       "development": {
+         "manifest_path": "./manifests/dev-manifest.json",
+         "test_scenarios": "./test-data/dev-scenarios.json",
+         "mock_data": true
+       },
+       "staging": {
+         "manifest_path": "./manifests/staging-manifest.json",
+         "test_scenarios": "./test-data/staging-scenarios.json",
+         "integration_testing": true
+       },
+       "production": {
+         "manifest_path": "./manifests/prod-manifest.json",
+         "monitoring_enabled": true,
+         "performance_tracking": true
+       }
+     }
+   }
+   ```
+
+3. **Debugging and Troubleshooting**:
+   ```typescript
+   interface DebuggingConfig {
+     log_level: "debug" | "info" | "warn" | "error";
+     trace_capability_calls: boolean;
+     monitor_token_usage: boolean;
+     validate_responses: boolean;
+   }
+   ```
+
+### Performance Optimization
+1. **Token Usage Monitoring**:
+   ```typescript
+   interface TokenUsageMetrics {
+     instruction_tokens: number;
+     capability_tokens: number;
+     response_tokens: number;
+     total_tokens: number;
+     optimization_suggestions: string[];
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Response Time Optimization**:
+   - Capability ordering optimization
+   - Parallel capability execution where possible
+   - Caching strategies for repeated queries
+   - Connection pooling for external APIs
+
+3. **Memory Management**:
+   - Conversation context optimization
+   - State management best practices
+   - Resource cleanup procedures
+
+## Security and Compliance Guidelines
+
+### Authentication and Authorization
+1. **OAuth 2.0 Implementation**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "authentication": {
+       "type": "OAuth2",
+       "provider": "Microsoft",
+       "scopes": [
+         "https://graph.microsoft.com/User.Read",
+         "https://graph.microsoft.com/Files.Read"
+       ],
+       "token_management": {
+         "refresh_strategy": "automatic",
+         "expiration_handling": "graceful_degradation"
+       }
+     }
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Scope Minimization**:
+   - Request only necessary permissions
+   - Document scope justification
+   - Implement permission checking
+   - Handle scope denial gracefully
+
+### Data Protection
+1. **PII Handling**:
+   ```typescript
+   interface PIIHandlingConfig {
+     detection_enabled: boolean;
+     redaction_strategy: "mask" | "remove" | "encrypt";
+     audit_logging: boolean;
+     retention_policy: string;
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Data Encryption**:
+   - Encrypt data in transit (TLS 1.3)
+   - Encrypt sensitive data at rest
+   - Implement key rotation policies
+   - Use Azure Key Vault for secrets
+
+### Compliance Framework
+1. **Audit Logging**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "audit_config": {
+       "log_user_interactions": true,
+       "log_capability_usage": true,
+       "log_data_access": true,
+       "retention_period": "7_years",
+       "compliance_frameworks": ["SOC2", "GDPR", "ISO27001"]
+     }
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Compliance Validation**:
+   - Regular security assessments
+   - Compliance monitoring
+   - Incident response procedures
+   - Data breach notification protocols
+
+## Testing and Validation Procedures
+
+### Unit Testing
+Test individual components:
+
+```typescript
+describe('Sales Analysis Agent', () => {
+  test('validates manifest schema compliance', () => {
+    const manifest = loadManifest('./dist/manifest.json');
+    expect(validateSchema(manifest)).toBe(true);
+  });
+  
+  test('respects character limits', () => {
+    const manifest = loadManifest('./dist/manifest.json');
+    expect(manifest.name.length).toBeLessThanOrEqual(100);
+    expect(manifest.description.length).toBeLessThanOrEqual(1000);
+    expect(manifest.instructions.length).toBeLessThanOrEqual(8000);
+  });
+  
+  test('validates capability configurations', () => {
+    const manifest = loadManifest('./dist/manifest.json');
+    manifest.capabilities.forEach(capability => {
+      expect(validateCapabilityConfig(capability)).toBe(true);
+    });
+  });
+});
+```
+
+### Integration Testing
+Test capability interactions:
+
+```typescript
+describe('Capability Integration', () => {
+  test('function capability responds correctly', async () => {
+    const response = await testCapability('Function', {
+      function_name: 'analyze_sales_data',
+      parameters: { time_period: 'last_quarter', metrics: ['revenue'] }
+    });
+    expect(response.success).toBe(true);
+    expect(response.data).toBeDefined();
+  });
+  
+  test('graph capability handles authentication', async () => {
+    const response = await testCapability('MicrosoftGraph', {
+      endpoint: '/me',
+      method: 'GET'
+    });
+    expect(response.authenticated).toBe(true);
+  });
+});
+```
+
+### Performance Testing
+Validate performance requirements:
+
+```typescript
+describe('Performance Requirements', () => {
+  test('response time under 3 seconds', async () => {
+    const startTime = Date.now();
+    const response = await sendMessage('Analyze sales data');
+    const responseTime = Date.now() - startTime;
+    expect(responseTime).toBeLessThan(3000);
+  });
+  
+  test('token usage within limits', async () => {
+    const response = await sendMessage('Generate quarterly report');
+    expect(response.token_usage.total).toBeLessThan(4000);
+  });
+});
+```
+
+## Production Deployment Guidelines
+
+### Pre-Deployment Checklist
+- [ ] Schema validation passes
+- [ ] Character limits respected
+- [ ] All capabilities tested individually
+- [ ] Integration testing completed
+- [ ] Performance benchmarks met
+- [ ] Security review completed
+- [ ] Compliance validation finished
+- [ ] Documentation complete
+- [ ] Monitoring configured
+- [ ] Rollback plan prepared
+
+### Deployment Pipeline
+```yaml
+# .github/workflows/deploy-agent.yml
+name: Deploy Declarative Agent
+on:
+  push:
+    branches: [main]
+jobs:
+  validate:
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+      - name: Setup Node.js
+        uses: actions/setup-node@v3
+        with:
+          node-version: '18'
+      - name: Install dependencies
+        run: npm install
+      - name: Compile TypeSpec
+        run: tsp compile models/agent.tsp
+      - name: Validate manifest
+        run: teamsapp validate --manifest-path ./dist/manifest.json
+      - name: Run tests
+        run: npm test
+  deploy:
+    needs: validate
+    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+    steps:
+      - name: Deploy to staging
+        run: teamsapp deploy --env staging
+      - name: Run integration tests
+        run: npm run test:integration
+      - name: Deploy to production
+        run: teamsapp deploy --env production
+```
+
+### Monitoring and Maintenance
+1. **Performance Monitoring**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "monitoring": {
+       "response_time_tracking": true,
+       "token_usage_monitoring": true,
+       "error_rate_tracking": true,
+       "user_satisfaction_metrics": true
+     }
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Incident Response**:
+   - Automated alerting for failures
+   - Escalation procedures
+   - Rollback capabilities
+   - Post-incident reviews
+
+3. **Continuous Improvement**:
+   - Regular performance reviews
+   - User feedback integration
+   - Capability optimization
+   - Security updates
+
+## Common Patterns and Anti-Patterns
+
+### Design Patterns ✅
+
+1. **Single Responsibility Pattern**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "name": "Sales Analytics Assistant",
+     "focus": "sales_data_analysis",
+     "capabilities": ["Function", "MicrosoftGraph"]
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Graceful Degradation Pattern**:
+   ```typescript
+   if (primaryCapabilityFails) {
+     return fallbackResponse();
+   }
+   ```
+
+3. **Progressive Enhancement Pattern**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "basic_functionality": ["simple_queries"],
+     "enhanced_functionality": ["complex_analysis", "visualizations"]
+   }
+   ```
+
+### Anti-Patterns ❌
+
+1. **Kitchen Sink Anti-Pattern**:
+   ```json
+   // Don't do this - too many unrelated capabilities
+   {
+     "capabilities": [
+       "WebSearch", "OneDriveAndSharePoint", "GraphConnectors",
+       "Function", "MicrosoftGraph"
+     ]
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Overly Generic Instructions**:
+   ```text
+   // Don't do this - too vague
+   "You are a helpful assistant that can do many things."
+   ```
+
+3. **Character Limit Violations**:
+   ```json
+   // Don't do this - exceeds limits
+   {
+     "name": "Super Long Agent Name That Exceeds The Maximum Character Limit Of One Hundred Characters And Should Be Shortened",
+     "description": "[description over 1000 characters]"
+   }
+   ```
+
+Follow these comprehensive guidelines to create high-quality, performant, and secure declarative agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot that provide exceptional user experiences.
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+---
+description: 'Comprehensive Microsoft 365 Copilot declarative agents development workflows: basic creation, advanced design, and validation using schema v1.5 with Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit integration'
+model: GPT-4.1
+tools: ['codebase']
+---
+
+# Microsoft 365 Copilot Declarative Agents Development
+
+A comprehensive prompt for creating, designing, and validating Microsoft 365 Copilot declarative agents using schema v1.5 specification with Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit integration.
+
+## Workflow Selection
+
+Choose your workflow based on your needs:
+
+**Type `workflow:basic`** - For quick agent creation with essential capabilities
+**Type `workflow:advanced`** - For complex agents with multiple capabilities and enterprise features  
+**Type `workflow:validation`** - For reviewing and validating existing agent manifests
+
+---
+
+## Basic Agent Creation Workflow
+
+**Objective**: Create a functional declarative agent quickly with essential capabilities
+
+### Step 1: Agent Concept Definition
+Analyze the user's requirements and define:
+- **Primary purpose**: What specific problem does this agent solve?
+- **Target audience**: Who will use this agent?
+- **Key scenarios**: 3-5 main use cases
+- **Success metrics**: How will effectiveness be measured?
+
+### Step 2: Capability Selection
+Choose from the 5 available capability types:
+- **WebSearch**: For real-time information retrieval
+- **OneDriveAndSharePoint**: For file operations and content management
+- **GraphConnectors**: For custom data source integration
+- **Function**: For custom API integrations and business logic
+- **MicrosoftGraph**: For Microsoft 365 service integration
+
+### Step 3: Basic TypeSpec Definition
+Generate a TypeSpec template:
+
+```typespec
+import "@typespec/http";
+import "@microsoft/declarative-agent-manifest";
+
+using Microsoft.DeclarativeAgent;
+
+@DeclarativeAgent
+model MyAgent {
+  /** Agent name (max 100 characters) */
+  @maxLength(100)
+  name: string;
+  
+  /** Agent description (max 1000 characters) */
+  @maxLength(1000)
+  description: string;
+  
+  /** Agent instructions (max 8000 characters) */
+  @maxLength(8000)
+  instructions: string;
+  
+  /** Agent capabilities */
+  capabilities: Capability[];
+  
+  /** Conversation starters */
+  conversation_starters?: ConversationStarter[];
+}
+```
+
+### Step 4: Manifest Generation
+Compile TypeSpec to JSON and validate against schema v1.5:
+
+```json
+{
+  "$schema": "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/microsoft/copilot-studio-schemas/main/schemas/v1.5/declarative-copilot.schema.json",
+  "version": "v1.0",
+  "name": "[Agent Name]",
+  "description": "[Agent Description]",
+  "instructions": "[Detailed Instructions]",
+  "capabilities": [],
+  "conversation_starters": []
+}
+```
+
+### Step 5: Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit Setup
+1. Install the Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit VS Code extension
+2. Configure development environment:
+   ```bash
+   npm install -g @microsoft/teamsapp-cli
+   ```
+3. Initialize agent project:
+   ```bash
+   teamsapp new declarative-agent
+   ```
+
+### Step 6: Local Testing
+Use the Agents Playground for validation:
+1. Load manifest in toolkit
+2. Test conversation starters
+3. Validate capability responses
+4. Check character limits and constraints
+
+---
+
+## Advanced Agent Design Workflow
+
+**Objective**: Create sophisticated agents with multiple capabilities and enterprise-grade features
+
+### Step 1: Enterprise Requirements Analysis
+Conduct comprehensive requirements gathering:
+- **Stakeholder interviews**: Identify all user personas and their needs
+- **Business process mapping**: Document current workflows and pain points
+- **Technical constraints**: Identify security, compliance, and integration requirements
+- **Performance requirements**: Define response time, throughput, and availability needs
+
+### Step 2: Multi-Capability Architecture
+Design complex capability interactions:
+
+```typespec
+model AdvancedAgent extends Agent {
+  /** Multi-capability workflow orchestration */
+  capability_workflows: CapabilityWorkflow[];
+  
+  /** Advanced configuration options */
+  advanced_config: {
+    /** Token usage optimization */
+    token_optimization: boolean;
+    
+    /** Response time targets */
+    performance_targets: PerformanceConfig;
+    
+    /** Localization settings */
+    localization: LocalizationConfig;
+  };
+}
+
+model CapabilityWorkflow {
+  /** Workflow identifier */
+  id: string;
+  
+  /** Workflow steps with capability orchestration */
+  steps: WorkflowStep[];
+  
+  /** Error handling strategy */
+  error_handling: ErrorHandlingConfig;
+}
+```
+
+### Step 3: Advanced TypeSpec Patterns
+Implement sophisticated TypeSpec patterns:
+
+```typespec
+/** Function capability with custom authentication */
+model CustomFunctionCapability extends Capability {
+  type: "Function";
+  function_definition: {
+    name: string;
+    description: string;
+    parameters: FunctionParameters;
+    /** Custom authentication configuration */
+    auth_config: {
+      type: "OAuth2" | "ApiKey" | "Custom";
+      scopes?: string[];
+      endpoints?: AuthEndpoints;
+    };
+  };
+}
+
+/** Graph Connector with advanced filtering */
+model AdvancedGraphConnector extends Capability {
+  type: "GraphConnectors";
+  configuration: {
+    connection_id: string;
+    /** Advanced query capabilities */
+    query_enhancements: {
+      semantic_search: boolean;
+      result_ranking: RankingConfig;
+      content_filtering: FilterConfig;
+    };
+  };
+}
+```
+
+### Step 4: Enterprise Integration Patterns
+Implement enterprise-grade integration patterns:
+
+```json
+{
+  "capabilities": [
+    {
+      "type": "Function",
+      "function_definition": {
+        "name": "enterprise_data_integration",
+        "description": "Integrate with enterprise data systems",
+        "parameters": {
+          "type": "object",
+          "properties": {
+            "data_source": {
+              "type": "string",
+              "enum": ["crm", "erp", "custom_api"]
+            },
+            "query_parameters": {
+              "type": "object",
+              "additionalProperties": true
+            }
+          }
+        }
+      }
+    },
+    {
+      "type": "MicrosoftGraph",
+      "configuration": {
+        "scopes": [
+          "https://graph.microsoft.com/User.Read",
+          "https://graph.microsoft.com/Files.ReadWrite"
+        ]
+      }
+    }
+  ]
+}
+```
+
+### Step 5: Advanced Toolkit Integration
+Leverage advanced toolkit features:
+
+1. **Environment Management**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "environments": {
+       "development": {
+         "manifest_path": "./manifests/dev-manifest.json",
+         "test_data": "./test-data/dev-scenarios.json"
+       },
+       "staging": {
+         "manifest_path": "./manifests/staging-manifest.json",
+         "test_data": "./test-data/staging-scenarios.json"
+       },
+       "production": {
+         "manifest_path": "./manifests/prod-manifest.json"
+       }
+     }
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Performance Monitoring**:
+   ```typescript
+   interface PerformanceConfig {
+     response_time_target: number; // milliseconds
+     token_usage_limit: number;
+     concurrent_conversations: number;
+     monitoring_endpoints: string[];
+   }
+   ```
+
+### Step 6: Comprehensive Testing Strategy
+Implement thorough testing protocols:
+
+1. **Unit Testing**: Test individual capability responses
+2. **Integration Testing**: Test capability interactions
+3. **Performance Testing**: Validate response times and token usage
+4. **Security Testing**: Verify authentication and authorization
+5. **User Acceptance Testing**: Validate against business requirements
+
+---
+
+## Validation and Optimization Workflow
+
+**Objective**: Review, validate, and optimize existing declarative agent manifests
+
+### Step 1: Manifest Analysis
+Perform comprehensive manifest review:
+
+```typescript
+interface ValidationChecklist {
+  /** Schema compliance validation */
+  schema_validation: {
+    version_compatibility: boolean;
+    required_fields: boolean;
+    character_limits: boolean;
+    array_constraints: boolean;
+  };
+  
+  /** Best practices assessment */
+  best_practices: {
+    instruction_clarity: "poor" | "good" | "excellent";
+    capability_selection: "inefficient" | "adequate" | "optimal";
+    conversation_starters: "missing" | "basic" | "comprehensive";
+    error_handling: "none" | "basic" | "robust";
+  };
+  
+  /** Performance optimization opportunities */
+  optimization_opportunities: OptimizationRecommendation[];
+}
+```
+
+### Step 2: Schema Validation
+Validate against official schema v1.5:
+
+```bash
+# Using Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit validation
+teamsapp validate --manifest-path ./manifest.json
+```
+
+Common validation issues to check:
+- Character limit violations (name: 100, description: 1000, instructions: 8000)
+- Missing required fields
+- Invalid capability configurations
+- Malformed conversation starters
+- Schema version compatibility
+
+### Step 3: Performance Optimization
+Analyze and optimize for performance:
+
+```typescript
+interface PerformanceOptimization {
+  /** Token usage optimization */
+  token_optimization: {
+    instruction_efficiency: number; // tokens saved
+    capability_consolidation: string[]; // redundant capabilities
+    response_optimization: string[]; // optimization suggestions
+  };
+  
+  /** Response time optimization */
+  response_time: {
+    capability_ordering: string[]; // optimal execution order
+    parallel_execution: string[]; // parallelizable operations
+    caching_opportunities: string[]; // cacheable responses
+  };
+}
+```
+
+### Step 4: Security and Compliance Review
+Conduct thorough security assessment:
+
+```json
+{
+  "security_checklist": {
+    "authentication": {
+      "oauth_implementation": "required",
+      "scope_minimization": "required",
+      "token_management": "required"
+    },
+    "data_protection": {
+      "pii_handling": "compliant",
+      "data_encryption": "enforced",
+      "audit_logging": "enabled"
+    },
+    "compliance_frameworks": [
+      "GDPR",
+      "SOC2",
+      "ISO27001"
+    ]
+  }
+}
+```
+
+### Step 5: User Experience Optimization
+Enhance user interaction patterns:
+
+```json
+{
+  "ux_improvements": {
+    "conversation_starters": [
+      {
+        "text": "Help me analyze sales data",
+        "context": "business_intelligence",
+        "expected_capabilities": ["Function", "MicrosoftGraph"]
+      }
+    ],
+    "instruction_clarity": {
+      "role_definition": "clear",
+      "behavior_guidelines": "specific",
+      "limitation_awareness": "explicit"
+    },
+    "error_handling": {
+      "graceful_degradation": true,
+      "user_guidance": true,
+      "fallback_options": true
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+### Step 6: Deployment Readiness Assessment
+Evaluate production readiness:
+
+```typescript
+interface DeploymentReadiness {
+  technical_requirements: {
+    schema_compliance: boolean;
+    performance_benchmarks: boolean;
+    security_validation: boolean;
+    integration_testing: boolean;
+  };
+  
+  business_requirements: {
+    user_acceptance: boolean;
+    stakeholder_approval: boolean;
+    documentation_complete: boolean;
+    training_materials: boolean;
+  };
+  
+  operational_requirements: {
+    monitoring_setup: boolean;
+    incident_response: boolean;
+    maintenance_procedures: boolean;
+    rollback_plan: boolean;
+  };
+}
+```
+
+---
+
+## Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit Integration Guide
+
+### Development Environment Setup
+1. **Install Prerequisites**:
+   ```bash
+   # Install Node.js and Teams Toolkit
+   npm install -g @microsoft/teamsapp-cli
+   
+   # Install VS Code extension
+   code --install-extension teamsdevapp.ms-teams-vscode-extension
+   ```
+
+2. **Project Initialization**:
+   ```bash
+   # Create new declarative agent project
+   teamsapp new declarative-agent --name "MyAgent"
+   
+   # Navigate to project directory
+   cd MyAgent
+   
+   # Install dependencies
+   npm install
+   ```
+
+### TypeSpec Development Workflow
+1. **Create TypeSpec Definition**:
+   ```typespec
+   // models/agent.tsp
+   import "@typespec/http";
+   import "@microsoft/declarative-agent-manifest";
+   
+   using Microsoft.DeclarativeAgent;
+   
+   @DeclarativeAgent
+   model MyBusinessAgent {
+     name: "Business Intelligence Assistant";
+     description: "AI assistant for business data analysis and reporting";
+     instructions: `You are a business intelligence assistant specialized in data analysis...`;
+     capabilities: [
+       {
+         type: "Function",
+         function_definition: {
+           name: "analyze_sales_data",
+           description: "Analyze sales performance data",
+           parameters: SalesAnalysisParameters
+         }
+       }
+     ];
+   }
+   ```
+
+2. **Compile to JSON**:
+   ```bash
+   # Compile TypeSpec to JSON manifest
+   tsp compile models/agent.tsp --emit @microsoft/declarative-agent-manifest
+   ```
+
+### Local Testing and Debugging
+1. **Agents Playground**:
+   - Open VS Code with Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit
+   - Load compiled manifest
+   - Test conversation flows
+   - Validate capability responses
+
+2. **Environment Variables**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "AGENT_MANIFEST_PATH": "./dist/manifest.json",
+     "TEST_DATA_PATH": "./test-data/scenarios.json",
+     "LOG_LEVEL": "debug"
+   }
+   ```
+
+### Production Deployment
+1. **Validation Pipeline**:
+   ```yaml
+   # .github/workflows/validate-agent.yml
+   name: Validate Declarative Agent
+   on: [push, pull_request]
+   jobs:
+     validate:
+       runs-on: ubuntu-latest
+       steps:
+         - uses: actions/checkout@v3
+         - name: Setup Node.js
+           uses: actions/setup-node@v3
+           with:
+             node-version: '18'
+         - name: Install dependencies
+           run: npm install
+         - name: Validate manifest
+           run: teamsapp validate --manifest-path ./dist/manifest.json
+   ```
+
+2. **Deployment Configuration**:
+   ```json
+   {
+     "deployment": {
+       "target": "microsoft365",
+       "manifest_path": "./dist/manifest.json",
+       "validation_required": true,
+       "rollback_enabled": true
+     }
+   }
+   ```
+
+---
+
+## Best Practices and Guidelines
+
+### Character Limit Management
+- **Name**: Maximum 100 characters - be concise and descriptive
+- **Description**: Maximum 1000 characters - clear value proposition
+- **Instructions**: Maximum 8000 characters - comprehensive but efficient
+
+### Capability Selection Strategy
+1. **Start minimal**: Begin with one primary capability
+2. **Add strategically**: Only add capabilities that provide unique value
+3. **Test thoroughly**: Validate each capability individually and in combination
+4. **Monitor performance**: Track token usage and response times
+
+### Conversation Starter Optimization
+```json
+{
+  "conversation_starters": [
+    {
+      "text": "Analyze this quarter's sales performance",
+      "metadata": {
+        "category": "analysis",
+        "complexity": "medium",
+        "expected_tokens": 150
+      }
+    }
+  ]
+}
+```
+
+### Error Handling Patterns
+Implement robust error handling:
+```json
+{
+  "error_handling": {
+    "capability_failures": {
+      "strategy": "graceful_degradation",
+      "fallback_message": "I encountered an issue with that request. Let me try a different approach."
+    },
+    "authentication_errors": {
+      "strategy": "user_guidance",
+      "message": "Please sign in to access this functionality."
+    }
+  }
+}
+```
+
+### Performance Optimization
+- **Token efficiency**: Optimize instructions for clarity and brevity
+- **Capability ordering**: Place most likely capabilities first
+- **Caching strategy**: Implement appropriate caching for repeated queries
+- **Response time**: Target sub-3-second response times for user queries
+
+### Security Considerations
+- **Minimal scopes**: Request only necessary permissions
+- **Data validation**: Validate all inputs and outputs
+- **Audit logging**: Implement comprehensive audit trails
+- **Compliance**: Ensure adherence to organizational policies
+
+Ready to build your Microsoft 365 Copilot declarative agent? Choose your workflow and let's get started!
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