"AI Tools in Azure" by David Giard (Microsoft)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force, impacting decision-making, personalization, and medical breakthroughs. Microsoft has played a significant role in this landscape, investing in AI products and tools for building custom solutions.
This presentation aims to provide an exploration of Microsoft's contributions to AI. We'll examine the principles behind AI applications, showcasing how Microsoft's tools empower individuals to create their own solutions. Join us to gain insights into the practical aspects of AI technology, as we explore some of Microsoft's key tools and services shaping the field. These tools make building and using AI tools more accessible and affordable.
David will show you the power of tools like Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, Microsoft Designer, Azure AI Services, and a number of Copilot products.

David Giard is a former accountant and a former biochemist, who has been developing solutions using Microsoft technologies for over three decades. Currently, David helps companies solve hard technical problems in his role as a Microsoft Partner Solution Architect. David has been very active in the developer community, speaking at numerous major conferences, code camps, and user groups around the world; helping to lead user groups; and helping to organize conferences and other geek events. He is the host and producer of the mildly popular online TV shows "Technology and Friends" and "GCast". He is the co-author of the Wrox book Real World .NET, C#, and Silverlight. You can read his latest thoughts at davidgiard.com. His hobbies include video, photography, sports, and embarrassing his sons.

This is a recording of a presentation to the Azure Cleveland User Group on August 7, 2024: https://www.meetup.com/azure-clevelan...