MVP’s Favorite Content: Microsoft Copilot Studio and Microsoft Azure

In this blog series dedicated to Microsoft's technical articles, we'll highlight our MVPs' favorite article along with their personal insights.

Åsne Holtklimpen, M365 MVP, Norway

Create agents in Microsoft Copilot Studio - Training | Microsoft Learn

“The learning path on creating agents in Microsoft Copilot Studio offers numerous benefits, making it a valuable investment for anyone interested in the field of AI and app development. Firstly, it emphasizes skill development, providing in-depth knowledge on creating and managing intelligent agents, which is highly sought after in today's technological landscape. The hands-on projects included in the path allow learners to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, enhancing practical application and understanding.

Moreover, mastering these skills can significantly boost your career prospects, opening up new opportunities in app development, AI, and automation. Custom agents can streamline tasks, improve efficiency within organizations, and drive innovation, keeping you at the forefront of technological advancements. By leveraging tools like Microsoft Copilot Studio, you'll not only enhance your technical abilities but also contribute to innovative solutions that can transform businesses and industries. This learning path is designed to equip you with the expertise needed to excel in the ever-evolving world of technology, making it an excellent choice for personal and professional growth.”

*Relevant Blog: My blog will soon be filled with posts about this particular learning path Agder in the cloud

Tore Nestenius, Developer Technologies MVP, Sweden

Course AZ-204T00-A: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure - Training | Microsoft Learn

“While studying for the AZ-204 Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure certification, I spent a great deal of time on this resource. I particularly appreciated how Microsoft Learn tracked my progress, keeping me organized and motivated. My certification journey also inspired me to create the Cloud Debugger, an open-source project that helps developers learn and explore Azure hands-on.”

*Relevant Blog: Introducing the Cloud Debugger for Azure developers

Habeeb Yakubu, Microsoft Azure MVP, Spain

Create serverless APIs using Azure Functions and API Management | Microsoft Learn

"REST APIs are often described using an OpenAPI definition (formerly known as Swagger) file. This file contains information about operations in an API and how the request and response data for the API should be structured. This article shows how to implement this when you create serverless APIs using Azure Functions. You will also learn how to integrate them with Azure API Management for security and enterprise readiness. Many organizations are migrating towards microservices, API-first design, and cloud-native applications. This article aligns with these modern practices, making it valuable for professionals looking to stay ahead in the industry. If you like you can go ahead to add swagger UI for a graphic representation of the API operations."

*Relevant Blog: Why You Should Switch to the Azure Function Isolated Worker Model

Maik van der Gaag, Microsoft Azure MVP, Netherlands

Advanced Bicep - Training | Microsoft Learn

“I appreciate the "Advanced Bicep" learning path on Microsoft Learn because it offers a comprehensive, in-depth exploration of Bicep, a domain-specific language (DSL) for deploying Azure resources. As an infrastructure as code (IaC) enthusiast, this learning path is fascinating as it enhances skills in managing cloud infrastructure through code. This is one of the things I work with together with my colleagues and customers."

*Relevant Blog: Regarding this content, I have a lot of blog posts and have spoken at many events, and I still do. A short list:

- A Bicep linting action for GitHub - Microsoft Playground

- The Bicep deployer function - Microsoft Playground

- Exploring the Bicep test framework - Microsoft Playground