Arrival and Networking
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Schedule
Welcoming
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9:10 - 09:50
Bethany Jepchumba
Build AI solutions with Azure AI Foundry
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When developing a generative AI application, selecting the right model is an essential first step. However, the true differentiator lies in how you utilize your input. In this session, you will discover how to maximize the potential of your model through advanced prompt engineering techniques, integrating your model with various data sources, and enabling it to perform actionable tasks. Additionally, you will learn how to leverage Azure AI Foundry as the ideal platform to start building custom AI solutions.
9:50 - 10:30
Joylynn Kirui
Securing AI applications on Azure
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Discover the best practices for securely deploying AI apps to Azure: keyless access to Azure AI, user auth with Microsoft Entra, AI safety with content safety filters and jailbreak detection, private network deployment, and Microsoft Defender.
Break
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10:50 - 11:30
Josh Ndemenge
Unlocking the Power of AI Skills in Microsoft Fabric
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AI Skills in Microsoft Fabric bring advanced AI capabilities directly to your analytics environment, making it easy to integrate powerful, pre-built AI models into your workflows.
AI Skills help automate complex tasks and extract insights without the need for deep AI expertise. This session will explore how AI Skills can be applied across various scenarios—enabling teams to quickly and efficiently enhance their data-driven decision-making.
Discover how AI Skills in Microsoft Fabric empower teams to deliver intelligent, scalable solutions that drive efficiency and innovation across your organization.
11:30 - 12:20
Julia Muiruri
Take full control of AI APIs with Azure API Management
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Join me in this session to discover how to harness the power of Azure API Management to expose Azure OpenAI services effectively. You'll learn about the new GenAI capabilities in API Management to manage token allocation, distribute load across multiple model deployments, and gain actionable insights into token usage across your intelligent application portfolio.
12:20 - 13:00
Allan Pead
Be an Agent of Your Creativity: Build Engaging AI Agents with Azure and .NET!
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Are you excited about the idea of creating your own AI agents but don’t know where to start? Do you want to build smart applications that engage users in meaningful conversations? Look no further!
In this session, we’ll dive into the incredible world of the Azure AI Agent Service and Semantic Kernel, all with your favorite and also super powerful .NET framework. By harnessing these technologies, you can craft intelligent agents that not only respond but truly understand user intent and context. Imagine building applications that feel like chatting with a friend rather than a robot!
Get ready to bring your applications to life with a little AI Agent magic!
In this session, we’ll dive into the incredible world of the Azure AI Agent Service and Semantic Kernel, all with your favorite and also super powerful .NET framework. By harnessing these technologies, you can craft intelligent agents that not only respond but truly understand user intent and context. Imagine building applications that feel like chatting with a friend rather than a robot!
Get ready to bring your applications to life with a little AI Agent magic!
