In this informal conversation, Roelant Dieben, AI MVP, engages Microsoft AI leaders on the future of AI and the role of community in shaping it. Discover how MVPs influence product direction through feedback loops, drive innovation with agentic AI, and help Microsoft build tools that reflect real-world needs. This session offers a candid look at how collaboration fuels the evolution of Microsoft Foundry.

Curious about the Global AI Community? Join this casual meetup to connect with AI enthusiasts worldwide. Learn how the Global AI Community helps you share ideas, build skills, and access resources—whether you're just starting out or deep in AI development. Meet Microsoft experts and community organizers, ask questions, and discover how to get involved in local meetups and global events. Stop by to ask questions and discover how easy it is to get involved and grow your AI network.

Connection Pods accommodate up to 15 people. Please RSVP and arrive at least 5 minutes before the start time, at which point remaining spaces are open to standby attendees.

Over the past few years, we’ve explored using large language models with external data and tools, facing many challenges. The Model Context Protocol (MCP) addresses these by standardizing how data and tools connect. In this session, we’ll demystify MCP, its purpose and architecture, and show how it enables precise tuning of models, contextual reuse, and safe delegation. While designed for developers and leads, it will help anyone assess if MCP fits their LLM projects.