Session Abstract

The new era of software development introduces a new breed of intelligent applications, unlike anything we have seen before. It is fundamentally about integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI (GenAI) into various applications. This integration offers incredible opportunities for enhancing business processes in entirely novel ways by using Agents. However, building intelligent applications that leverage AI presents significant challenges, beyond just finding the best prompts or relying on low-code techniques. In this demo-driven session, you’ll discover how to build AI agents with the Microsoft Agent Framework and Semantic Kernel. You’ll also learn how to extend agent capabilities using Function Calling with MCP and the RAG algorithm. This session is aimed at developers, architects, and technical decision-makers within enterprises. Even if C# is not your primary language, this session offers valuable insights into the realm of GenAI and modern intelligent applications. You’ll also explore Azure Foundry, learn how to work with different AI models, and see how to leverage the Agent Framework and Semantic Kernel to bring intelligent solutions to life.

Damir Dobric

CEO and lead architect of DAENET Corporation, which is Microsoft's long term Gold Certified Partner and leading technology integrator specializing in software technologies with a strong focus on Cloud Computing, IoT and Machine Learning. I'm Microsoft Regional Director and Azure Most Valuable Professional working with Microsoft to help customers to adopt modern technologies. Have long-term experience as a software developer, architect, speaker, and author. My focus is the practical implementation of custom solutions, which enable digital transformation. I also work as an external professor for software engineering and cloud computing at the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences. Have earned a Ph.D. at the University of Plymouth - UK in the field of computational intelligence.