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Azure AI Search

Microsoft

A managed search platform for keyword, vector, and hybrid retrieval in enterprise AI apps.

What it's used for

Azure AI Search is used to build search experiences, RAG pipelines, semantic retrieval, and enterprise knowledge applications that need managed indexing and query infrastructure.

Categories

How you access it

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Managed cloudMedium complexityUsage based

Azure-managed search service

Microsoft Azure

Search indexes and query infrastructure are managed by Azure.

How you deploy or integrate it

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ServerlessMedium complexityUsage based

Connected application layer

Azure or any cloud

Client apps and orchestration layers can run on serverless platforms, containers, or traditional servers while using Azure AI Search remotely.