Microsoft has announced new tools designed to simplify the creation of AI solutions. With the introduction of Build with AI, hosted within the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub, startup founders can now access flexible templates aimed at accelerating the development and deployment of AI solutions.

These new templates enable founders to swiftly create and launch AI solutions by integrating ChatGPT into their applications. Founders can connect ChatGPT to an app’s data using Python or JavaScript, or even develop a ChatGPT plugin. When these templates are selected, they open in the founder’s preferred development tool, providing all the necessary resources to understand, edit, and deploy them, along with tips for customization and troubleshooting.

The update also features an AI assistant within the Founders Hub to offer support throughout the startup journey. Once inside the Founders Hub, founders can access this AI-powered assistant via a button on the top navigation bar or through shortcuts on the homepage. This dedicated assistant is available to support users and answer their questions within the platform. When engaged, the assistant opens a chat window with suggested questions or prompts, allowing users to ask their own.

With these tools, founders can work more efficiently, allowing them to focus on crucial aspects of their business growth. The Founders Hub, part of the Microsoft for Startups program, supports founders in experimenting with and developing solutions. The program accelerates startup growth by providing free access to generative AI models, up to USD 150,000 in Azure credits for Azure AI, and expert guidance.

Founders, even those with just an idea, can sign up for the Founders Hub and gain access to the technology, tools, and resources they need to prototype, build, and ship their solutions.