Microsoft 365 Search

Microsoft 365 Search is an enterprise search platform integrated across Microsoft 365 applications that uses AI and machine learning to deliver personalized, relevant results from organizational data sources like SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange. It provides a unified search experience with features like intelligent answers, people search, and content discovery while maintaining security and compliance controls. The platform leverages Microsoft Graph to index and connect data across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.

Also known as: M365 Search, Microsoft Search, Office 365 Search, MS Search, Microsoft 365 Enterprise Search

Why learn Microsoft 365 Search?

Developers should learn Microsoft 365 Search when building enterprise applications that require integrated search capabilities across Microsoft 365 data, such as custom intranet portals, knowledge management systems, or productivity tools within organizations using Microsoft 365. It is particularly valuable for scenarios needing secure, AI-enhanced search with minimal infrastructure setup, as it eliminates the need to build and maintain separate search indexes while leveraging existing Microsoft 365 investments.

Learning Resources

• docs: Microsoft 365 Search documentation
• tutorial: Introduction to Microsoft Search in Microsoft 365
• docs: Microsoft Graph and Search API overview
• tutorial: Customize Microsoft Search in Microsoft 365