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+title: "Using Phi-3 and .NET Development in Daytona"
+description: "Learn how to configure and run Phi-3 Labs samples in a Daytona environment using .NET and devcontainer.json."
+date: 2024-08-28
+author: "Dheeraj Singh"
+tags: ["Phi-3 Labs", "Daytona", ".NET", "AI Development", "devcontainer"]
+---
+
+
+# Using Phi-3 and .NET Development in Daytonas
+
+## Introduction
+
+With the release of Phi-3.5, the Phi-3 Labs project has introduced advanced features and enhancements for AI and machine learning applications. The Phi-3.5 update brings significant improvements over its predecessors, offering enhanced capabilities for researchers and developers working with language models.
+
+Daytona, a cloud-based development environment, provides a powerful platform for managing dependencies and configurations, making it ideal for developing, testing, and deploying AI models. This guide will walk you through setting up Phi-3.5 Labs samples in Daytona using a .NET configuration via `devcontainer.json`, streamlining your development process and enhancing collaboration.
+
+### TL;DR
+
+- **Set up Daytona with .NET**: Learn how to configure a .NET environment using `devcontainer.json`.
+- **Integrate Phi-3.5 Labs**: Incorporate the latest Phi-3.5 models into your development workflow.
+- **Run and Test Samples**: Execute and test Phi-3.5 Labs samples within Daytona.
+- **Best Practices**: Discover tips for optimizing AI development in cloud environments.
+
+## Setting Up Daytona with .NET Using devcontainer.json
+
+To integrate Phi-3.5 Labs into your Daytona environment, start by setting up a .NET environment using `devcontainer.json`. Follow these steps:
+
+### Creating devcontainer.json
+
+1. **Create the `devcontainer.json` File**: In your project root, create a `.devcontainer` directory if it doesn’t already exist, and add a `devcontainer.json` file.
+
+2. **Configure the Environment**: Populate your `devcontainer.json` with the following configuration:
+
+    ```json
+    {
+        "version": "2",
+        "name": "Daytona .NET Environment",
+        "dockerFile": "Dockerfile",
+        "extensions": [
+            "ms-dotnettools.csharp",
+            "ms-vscode.vscode-node-azure-pack"
+        ],
+        "settings": {
+            "terminal.integrated.shell.linux": "/bin/bash"
+        },
+        "postCreateCommand": "dotnet restore"
+    }
+    ```
+
+3. **Create Dockerfile**: Define the base image and install necessary dependencies:
+
+    ```dockerfile
+    FROM mcr.microsoft.com/dotnet/aspnet:7.0
+    WORKDIR /app
+    COPY . .
+    RUN dotnet restore
+    ```
+
+### Diagram for `devcontainer.json` Configuration
+This diagram illustrates the different parts of the devcontainer.json configuration file.
+
+![Sample devcontainer.json Configuration](assets/20240828_Using_Phi-3_and_dot_NET_Development_in_Daytona_IMG_01.png)
+
+## Configuring the Environment for Phi-3.5 Labs
+
+With the .NET environment in place, you need to configure it for Phi-3.5 Labs.
+
+1. **Install Dependencies**: Add any required dependencies to your `Dockerfile` or install them manually in the Daytona container.
+
+    ```dockerfile
+    RUN apt-get update && apt-get install -y \
+        libfoo-dev \
+        libbar-dev
+    ```
+
+2. **Download Phi-3.5 Models**: Use a script to download and set up Phi-3.5 models. Create a `setup.sh` script:
+
+    ```bash
+    #!/bin/bash
+    mkdir -p /models/phi-3
+    wget -O /models/phi-3/phi-3.5-model.bin https://example.com/phi-3.5-model.bin
+    ```
+
+    Add this script to your `postCreateCommand` in `devcontainer.json`:
+
+    ```json
+    "postCreateCommand": "./setup.sh"
+    ```
+
+### Diagram for Phi-3 Labs Integration
+This diagram shows how to integrate Phi-3 Labs models within your development environment.
+
+![Phi-3.5 Labs Integration Diagram](assets/20240828_Using_Phi-3_and_dot_NET_Development_in_Daytona_IMG_02.png)
+
+## Running and Testing Phi-3.5 Labs Samples
+
+To run and test Phi-3.5 Labs samples:
+
+1. **Execute the Sample Project**: Navigate to your project directory and run the sample project:
+
+    ```bash
+    dotnet run --project Samples/Phi3Sample.csproj
+    ```
+
+2. **Verify Execution**: Ensure that the samples run correctly and test various functionalities.
+
+### Code Example
+
+```csharp
+// Phi3Sample.cs
+using System;
+
+class Program
+{
+    static void Main()
+    {
+        Console.WriteLine("Running Phi-3.5 Labs Sample");
+        // Code to interact with Phi-3.5 model
+    }
+}
+```
+
+### Simple Flowchart for the Setup Process
+This flowchart outlines the steps for setting up Daytona with .NET and Phi-3 Labs.
+
+![Workflow](assets/20240828_Using_Phi-3_and_dot_NET_Development_in_Daytona_IMG_03.png)
+
+## Best Practices for Using Daytona with .NET and AI Models
+- **Optimize Resource Usage:** Ensure your Daytona environment is configured to use resources efficiently. Monitor and adjust as needed.
+- **Version Control**: Keep your devcontainer.json and Dockerfiles under version control to track changes and ensure reproducibility.
+- **Regular Updates**: Regularly update your dependencies and models to leverage the latest improvements and security patches.
+- **Efficient Collaboration**: Use Daytona’s collaborative features to streamline teamwork and maintain consistency across different development environments.
+- **Performance Monitoring**: Continuously monitor the performance of your models and environment to identify and address any bottlenecks.
+**Key Point**: Regularly update your dependencies and models to leverage the latest improvements and security patches.
+
+
+
+## Conclusion
+Integrating Phi-3 Labs with a Daytona environment using .NET can significantly enhance your development experience. By leveraging the power of Daytona’s cloud-based development environment, you can streamline your AI projects, making it easier to manage dependencies and collaborate with team members.