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Hello and welcome to Global AI Bootcamp 2025 Digital

FOR COMMUNITY BY THE COMMUNITY

Event link via MS Teams

We understand the value of networking, sharing knowledge, and mutual inspiration. Our platform offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and learn from each other.

We invite you to join our community and participate in this enriching experience. Let’s grow, learn, and succeed together.

The Global AI Bootcamp is a free one-day event hosted by local communities worldwide who are passionate about intelligence in Microsoft Azure. The event is a perfect mix of quality content, great presentations and hands-on learning with like-minded people in your community.

4 hours: 14.00 -18.00 CET, online on Microsoft Teams 4 Tracks: AI, Azure, Copilots and Microsoft 365 Participation is free of charge.

Global AI Chapter Berlin (Zaid Zaim) Global AI Chapter Bochum (Thorsten Pickhan, Adrian Ritter) Global AI Chapter Karlsruhe (Alexander Wachtel) Global AI Chapter Köln (Raphael Köllner) Global AI Chapter München (Michael Plettner, Ralf Richter) Global AI Chapter Nürnberg (Dennis Weber) Global AI Chapter Zurich (Jose Luis Latorre Millas)

Event Tracks: Main Track

• 14.00 Welcome by All Global AI Chapters DACH
• 14.10 Keynote by Femke
• 17.30 Endnote

14.35 – 17.30 AI Track Azure Track Copilots Track Microsoft 365 Track

Agenda: 14.00 - 14.10 Welcome 14.10 - 14.30 Keynote Thriving in Tech During the AI Revolution – Career Growth & Personal Branding Femke Cornelissen, Technical Evangelist at Wortell & Microsoft MVP 14.35 - 15.05 (AI Track) Semantic All-The-Things: Why Embedding Models Might Be More Important Than Language Models Christian Weyer, Microsoft MVP & RD, CTO @ Thinktecture AG (Azure Track) Deploying a Chatbot via Azure AI and Slack Nicholas Chang, Microsoft Azure MVP & Senior Platform Engineer@ Kainos (Copilots Track) Copilot YES but which one, when Michael Plettner, Microsoft MVP & CEO in2success (Microsoft 365 Track) Responsible AI at Microsoft and the AI Act Raphael Koellner, Microsoft RD, MVP Office Apps and Services 15.10 - 15.40 (AI Track) How to enhance your own AI services using Semantic Kernel Håkan Silfvernagel, AI Evangelist, Microsoft AI MVP (Azure Track) Unlock the Power of AI: From Play to Productivity Ralf Richter, Director Consulting Expert @CGI, Azure & AI MVP (Copilots Track) How to master Copilot for Microsoft 365 Giuliano De Luca, Solutions Architect @ BMW & Microsoft MVP Federico Porceddu, M365 MVP & Modern Workplace Solution Architect (Microsoft 365 Track) Data Security Posture Management for AI Uros Babic, Security Architect @ Crayon, Microsoft Security MVP, MCT 15.45 - 15.15 (AI Track) Attacking LLM Detectors with Homoglyph-Based Attacks Aldan Creo, Technology Research Specialist @ Accenture Labs (Azure Track) Building a ChatOps Workflow with GPT Models and Azure DevOps Estelle Auberix, CEO @IOKELA, Co-founder @Cloudhersity, Microsoft RD, MCT (Copilots Track) Unlocking the Power of Copilot Agents: Creation, Features, and Licensing Tanja Wiehoff, M365 Solution Consultant, Copilot Prompster (Microsoft 365 Track) Data chaos reloaded: How a lack of data governance is slowing down Copilot Fabio Bonolo, Microsoft MVP, Teamleader Productivity M365 & Power Platform @ redIT 16.20 - 16.50 (AI Track) AI Agents in Action Dr. Alexander Wachtel, Microsoft AI MVP, MCT & CEO @ ESC Deutschland (Azure Track) Securing Azure OpenAI and Azure AI Services: Best Practices for the field Tiago Costa, Cloud Architect and Advisor, MCT (Copilots Track) Extend Teams using Microsoft Copilot Studio Marcin Siewnicki, Microsoft 365 Consultant and Architect (Microsoft 365 Track) Empower Microsoft Fabric solutions using Generative AI on top of data in Fabric Mihail Mateev, Senior Solution Architect @ EPAM Systems 16.55 - 17.25 (AI Track) Agents, Semantic Kernel & Azure AI Foundry Jose Luis Latorre Millas, Microsoft AI MVP, Software Developer @ Swiss Life (Azure Track) Vision to Visualisation: Using GitHub Copilot for Azure and Diagrams Marcel Lupo, Microsoft MVP DevOps + Azure, Cloud Solutions & DevOps Architect (Copilots Track) High-end agents with Copilot Studio and Azure OpenAI Sabrina Göttlinger, Team Lead AI Solutions @Skaylink & Microsoft MVP (Microsoft 365 Track) Discover Planner Copilot and Planner Premium Daniel Rohregger, Cloud Architect @ Glueckkanja AG 17.30 - 18.00 Endnote Patrick Chanezon, VP Developer Relations @ Microsoft

Microsoft Ignite 2024 - AI Recap

Join us for an exciting community-led discussion to explore the key highlights, updates, and insights from Microsoft Ignite 2024, with a focus on AI advancements and innovations.

📅 Date: Thursday, 28 November 2024 🕐 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CET 📍 Location: Online 💡 Language: English 🎟️ Participation: Free

Speakers:

Priyanka Shah, AI MVP

Raphael Köllner, Office 365 Apps & Services MVP, Azure MVP & Regional Director

Zaid Zaim, M365 MVP

Jose Luis Latorre, AI MVP

Dr. Alexander Wachtel, AI MVP & Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)

This interactive session is by the community, for the community, offering a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, share perspectives, and engage in meaningful discussions about the future of AI.

Whether you’re an AI enthusiast, developer, or business leader, this event is designed to provide valuable insights and actionable knowledge to keep you ahead in the fast-evolving world of technology.

Save the date and register now to secure your spot!

Panel discussing ethical implications of AI and balancing innovation with responsibility.

Dear Community,

We're excited to extend an invitation to an event for those interested in the latest in emerging technologies and artificial intelligence. Our goal is to break through conventional limits, fostering an environment where thoughts and dynamic conversations thrive with Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs), and experts from these fields. Whether you're getting on your AI journey or you're a professional, whether you're an artist, game developer, or a tech guru, we promise an evening with insight and unparalleled networking opportunities, all within the AI domain. Plus, join us as we attend the Microsoft AI Tour Berlin on March 19th, ensuring you've secured your complimentary spot – celebrate at the peak. https://msevents.microsoft.com/event?id=3085871691

What to Expect?

• AI Panel {Ethical Implications of AI: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility} with Hope Wilson\, Founder of Serverless Salad\, Ana Inés Urrutia de Souza\, Solution Architect at KPMG \| #mvpBuzz\, Liam Hampton\, Snr. Cloud Advocate at Microsoft\, Alexander Wachtel\, Founder ESC Deutschland GmbH \| #mvpBuzz. Panel Host: Marc Plogas\, AzureApp Consultant at Microsoft

• Unparalleled Networking Opportunities: Connect with AI specialists, offering the ideal backdrop to forge professional relationships and exchange visionary ideas.

• Expert Speakers: Draw inspiration from Germany's leading figures in AI. Their experiences and forward-looking insights promise to enlighten and motivate.

• Diverse and Inclusive Audience: We open our doors to all technology enthusiasts—artists, AI developers, business decision-makers, game developers, AR/VR creators, and beyond. Embracing diversity in skills and backgrounds, we welcome both newcomers and veterans alike.

• Learning and Growth: Become part of a community dedicated to exploring the boundless potential of technology, driven by a shared desire for learning, growth, and innovation.

• XR and AI Demos by Christian Glessner #mvpBuzz, iLove Mesh will show variety of interactive XR demos featuring Microsoft Mesh, Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest 3 and Pro

Event Hosts: Jan Bathel, Founder of ignore gravity Asma Asma Gammoudi Community Manager at Grace Zaid Zaim SCE at ignore gravity \| #mvpBuzz

Additional Perks:

• Enjoy complimentary Pizza & Drinks!

Brief Agenda: 17:00 Check-in & Networking 17:30 Welcome by ignore gravity and Grace Accelerator \| 18:00 AI Panel {Ethical Implications of AI: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility} 19:00 Networking, Fun, and Demos -Apple Vision Pro, Quest 3 and Pro! 20:00 Farewell

This gathering is more than just an event; it's a celebration of the innovative spirit that drives the AI community forward. We look forward to seeing you there!

About ignore gravity ignore gravity designs leadership development programs and innovative strategies for large organizations in the for-profit, non-profit, and public sectors. They have also made a name among startup founders in various accelerators and incubators. Notably, the leAD Sports Accelerator has achieved global success, and the Grace Accelerator has become essential for supporting female entrepreneurs. Guided by regeneration, mindfulness, and empathy, they explore innovative consulting and Mixed Reality as part of their work, with AI being a significant overarching theme. They aim to bring different scenes together, like programmers and consultants, newcomers and top managers, dancers and innovation managers.

About Grace Accelerator: Grace stands for Female Entrepreneurship, Empowerment, and Diversity. Grace empowers women with entrepreneurial ambitions and women in leadership positions, supporting them in developing and implementing their ideas. Grace has already supported over 100 women with a passion for entrepreneurship and innovation and is dedicated to actively building and shaping the startup ecosystem for female entrepreneurs. Currently, Grace is running the Grace Berlin Accelerator which is an impactful accelerator program for 14 founders along with a scholarship for 6 months to fully concentrate on building their businesses. The program is open to all industries and various startup initiatives (including non-profit ventures). Grace is funded by the European Social Fund Plus with funds from the European Union and the State of Berlin.

About iLoveMesh Driven by Christian Glessner - the community offers you to dive into a network of like-minded professionals, share insights, and stay updated on the latest trends. their LinkedIn group is a hub for dynamic discussions, valuable resources, and unparalleled networking opportunities all about Microsoft Mesh. Be part of a community that empowers, educates, and elevates.

Please note that pictures will be taking place during the event for social media. If you do not wish to be photographed, kindly inform the event organizers upon your arrival

Dear Metaverse, XR & Tech-enthusiasts <3

Happy New Year! 🤖

It has been a while since our last dev Hangout!🎮

Are you passionate about the metaverse and AI? Do you want to learn from experts and connect with like-minded people? If yes, then join us at the Metaverse and AI Developers Hangout, an event driven by the ignore gravity and Malt Community (make sure to signup on Malt).

This event is a dynamic hub for artists, game developers, technology enthusiasts, and AI experts. Our focus is on fostering enlightening talks and networking around metaverse & and AI.

What to Expect?

Networking Opportunities: Connect with experts in extended reality (XR) and mixed reality (MR). It’s a chance to build professional relationships and exchange ideas.

Insightful Sessions: Dive into innovative projects and gain insights from seasoned XR, Metaverse creators, and AI innovators.

Expert Speakers: Hear from leaders in XR and AI from Germany. Our speakers will share valuable insights and best practices from their groundbreaking projects.

Diverse Audience: Whether you’re a creative artist, AI developer, 3D artist, Unity 3D aficionado, AR/VR developer, or just passionate about technology, this event is for you. We welcome participants of all skill levels, from beginners to experts, and from diverse backgrounds. Learning and Growth: Embark on a journey of learning and growth with fellow technology enthusiasts.

Additional Perks

• Enjoy complimentary Pizza & Drinks!
• Experience hands-on AR/VR demos!

Brief Agenda: 16:30 - 17:00 Checkin & Networkink 17:00 - 17:20 Welcome 17:25 - 19:20 talks AI & Metaverse + Break 19:40 - 21:25 Fun, Networking, Demos

Hosts Zaid Zaim Rebecca Kinio Marc Plogas Meet our superstars 🌟

• MisplAIced – AI needs good UX

Christian Heilmann, VP Developer Relations at WeAredevelopers

• Generative AI in your company: using Azure AI with your own data Alexander Wachtel Microsoft AI MVP & MCT CEO @ESC Deutschland GmbH

• Reshaping Hybrid Work with Microsoft Mesh: Fundamentals and Interactivity with Mesh Physics Zaid Zaim \, Spatial Computing Expert at ignore gravity \| Microsoft MVP Norbert Nemec, Principal Software Engineer - Microsoft Mesh Physics

• Marc Plogas, Azure AppConsult Engineer at Microsoft Building Dreams with AI: Lego-ing the Semantic Kernel

• Christoph Spinger: Spatial Computing at Axel Springer Mixed reality at axel springer and more!

• Laser Limbo AR Battle Games

We are very looking forward meeting you again and we can't to welcome you at our upcoming Devparty very soon!

Thank you for being part of our community <3

We extend our gratitude and kudos to ignore gravity and Malt Community for supporting us making this event a reality <3

About ignore gravity ignore gravity is a consulting agency that shapes the future of transformation and leadership. ignore gravity designs leadership development programs and innovative strategies for large organizations in the for-profit, non-profit, and public sectors. They have also made a name among startup founders in various accelerators and incubators. Notably, the leAD Sports Accelerator has achieved global success, and the Grace Accelerator has become essential for supporting female entrepreneurs. Guided by regeneration, mindfulness, and empathy, they explore innovative consulting and Mixed Reality as part of their work, with AI being a significant overarching theme. They aim to bring different scenes together, like programmers and consultants, new comers and top managers, dancers and innovation managers.

About Malt Community You are a freelancer and want to make your life easier? Then check out Malt! Malt is the leading marketplace for freelancers in Europe. Receive project proposals that match your skills and communicate directly with 70,000 potential clients from various industries. With Malt, you reduce your administrative burden by using our online tools, get paid immediately after project completion and feel safe as all your projects are automatically insured. In addition, our team specialising in freelancers will support your career with dedicated resources, partnerships, events and peer-to-peer training.

Please note that pictures will be taking place during the event for social media. If you do not wish to be photographed, kindly inform the event organizers upon your arrival

Hello friends & AI & Metaverse enthusiasts 🤖, We're elated to ignite the Microsoft Build 2023 Berlin After Party 🎉 - a assembly merging the local AI community and the ingenious minds behind Unity & Metaverse Developers & Tech-interested folks here!

Join us in acknowledging the latest AI breakthroughs and pioneering technologies, including #ChatGPT, unveiled at #MSBuild 🚀.

This collaborative congregation of communities and Microsoft aims to bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering an exchange of fervor for #MicrosoftTechnologies, and enhancing understanding of #AIDeveloperTools and #AzureAI functionalities.

Among the significant revelations was the much-awaited #MicrosoftMesh 🕸️! This groundbreaking platform redefines workplace collaboration by driving shared immersive experiences, adeptly bridging the divide between remote and onsite interactions 👥. Beautifully integrated into #MicrosoftTeams, Mesh enhances user engagement through innovative features such as Avatars and Immersive Spaces 🌐. Early adopters are already harnessing Mesh's power to craft solutions that transcend physical world limitations, painting a brighter future for collaborative technology 💡.

As we continue exploring this exciting development, stay tuned for updates on how Microsoft Mesh is reimagining collaboration in our ever-evolving professional landscape 🔄.

Furthermore, we're eager to offer an opportunity to connect with the Microsoft team from Germany, MVPs & Developers 👋. This is an unmissable event, with attendees diving into captivating demos of #AzureAI applications, enriching networking opportunities, and indulging in scrumptious food 🍽️. Free food and drinks are on us 🍹!

Speakers:

• Marc Plogas, Azure AppConsult Engineer @Microsoft Topic (How to Train Your Prompt Dragon and Protect Your Model)

• Alexander Wachtel, Microsoft AI MVP & CEO @ESC Deutschland GmbH Topic (Build your Company Copilot with AzureML & OpenAI)

• Olena Borzenko-Turianskam, Azure MVP & Celestial Programmer @Xpirit Topic (Harnessing the Power of Materialised Views in Cosmos DB)

• Zaid Zaim, MVP Mixed Reality & Mixed Reality Catalyst @Hololux

• Lucas Martinic, Collaborator & Mentor @XR Bootcamp Topic (Microsoft Mesh: Building the Metaverse)
• Victor Bellu, Senior AI Strategist @ Jung von Matt (The era of AI Copilot)

Sponsors: - Location by Off-World Gaming Berlin - Drinks & Food by ESC Deutschland GmbH - Prize Raffle by WeAreDevelopers - Tickets to WWC23 to win!