See how Azure Copilot and agentic AI tackle real‑world infrastructure challenges. We’ll break down how its architecture analyzes your environment, identifies risks, and triggers automated fixes—before they hit production. You’ll also explore its orchestration engine, VS Code workflows, and how AI‑driven insights help you run more resilient systems with less manual firefighting.

Learn how Copilot in Azure boosts app resilience by reviewing logs and streamlining ops. Get hands-on with real scenarios, and see how GitHub Copilot can enhance your build and deployment workflows.

Discover how IT and operations teams can harness AI to create custom tools that fit their unique needs. In this session, we’ll show practical ways to integrate AI into workflows, automate tasks, and build adaptive solutions. .. No data science required. Walk away with actionable insights to transform IT operations today.

Many aspiring speakers tell me the same thing: “I want to present… but what do I actually do once I’m on stage?” After delivering technical sessions for more than 20 years across global conferences, I’ve collected a set of practical, field‑tested techniques that help presenters move from surviving the stage to owning it. In this session, we’ll break down the core elements of effective stagecraft—specifically: - Intentional movement & blocking: how to use the stage to amplify, not distract from, your message - Audience engagement without clichés: yes, including why you should definitely not picture the audience “naked” - Mastering tone, pace, and vocal presence: tools to help you project confidence even when you don’t feel it - Real‑world tips and tricks: lessons learned from two decades of wins, missteps, and surprising discoveries Whether you’re preparing for your first talk or looking to level up your presentation skills, this session gives you practical guidance you can apply immediately to become a more engaging and confident speaker. Join me for this experiment in levelling up your on‑stage presence.