Announcing GitHub Universe Cloud Skills Challenge!
Join the GitHub Universe Cloud Skills Challenge and start your exiting journey in AI! Whether you’re beginning or looking to change your career, this learning experience is designed to introduce you to some of the most requested GitHub tools for AI beginners, and to explore new opportunities. Join the GitHub Universe Cloud Skills Challenge and start your exciting journey in AI!Embracing Responsible AI: Measure and Mitigate Risks for a Generative AI App in Azure AI Studio
Artificial intelligence has taken the world by storm, redefining the way businesses operate and innovate. Whether you're an experienced developer or a beginner looking to break into the world of AI, Azure AI Studio offers a robust platform for creating cutting-edge AI applications responsibly and securely. I recently had the opportunity to dive into the Microsoft Learn module: Measure and Mitigate Risks for a Generative AI App in Azure AI Studio. It’s an incredible resource that walks you through every step of building and refining a responsible AI application. Today, I’d like to share my experience and encourage you to embark on this journey too, gaining essential skills in the process.
Getting Started with Azure App Service: A Beginner's Guide to Web App Deployment
Dive into the world of Azure App Service with our comprehensive beginner's guide! Learn the step-by-step process of deploying your first web app using Azure. From navigating the Azure portal to mastering deployment via Azure CLI, unlock the secrets to seamless web app deployment. Get ready to elevate your skills and bring your projects to life with Azure App Service!Explore Cloud Computing with the New "Azure for Students" Module!
I’m excited to announce the new "Azure for Students" module, developed in collaboration with the Microsoft Learn Team! This exciting module is your gateway to mastering cloud computing, designed specifically for students. You'll learn the basics of cloud computing, explore how Azure is used in real-world scenarios from college projects to industry projects, and discover essential tools to kickstart your Azure journey. Plus, with the Azure for Students offer, you can enjoy $100 in Azure credit and a host of free services—making it a cost-effective and fun way to boost your tech skills. Ready to dive in? Sign up on Microsoft Learn and start your cloud computing adventure today!This National Small Business Week, make sure everyone in your company understands AI
Whether you are running a startup or an already thriving small business, harnessing AI-driven solutions will help you discover new opportunities, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions with confidence. Understanding and exploring the possibilities of AI is essential for small businesses and key to unlocking growth, driving innovation, and maintaining a competitive edge. The first step is understanding the potential of AI for your business. Microsoft has developed several online resources to help. In recognition of National Small Business Week, we have curated a list of those resources that may be helpful for small business professionals who want to get started with AI. Establish an AI foundation Start your AI journey by visiting the Microsoft WorkLab and examining a rich collection of content that addresses the real-world scenarios of how AI is impacting work today. New articles are regularly added that will help you understand not just AI’s high-level capabilities, but also the nuances of AI and how to directly apply AI to your day-to-day work. Key resources include: Up-to-date market research on all the ways that AI is impacting work, like our latest, the AI Data Drop. This study provides insights into how employees feel about AI and how long it takes most employees to build effective AI habits. Regular podcasts with business leaders, like our recent discussion with Bryan Hancock, McKinsey’s Global Talent Leader, on the different ways that managers can unlock AI’s potential for their teams. In-depth guides that detail how AI can help the different parts of your business, such as How Sellers Can Use AI to Better Engage with Customers and How Marketers Can Use AI to Unlock Breakthrough Creativity. Build your AI skills When you're ready to build a deeper AI skill, you explore the Microsoft AI Learning Hub. You’ll find a variety of tools to help you go from understanding AI to preparing for it. You can learn the mechanics of using the technology and even how to build it into your own apps and services. Start with the learning journey for Business Users, which is foundational for getting an underlying understanding of AI, and then move into a more detailed guidance on how to use and implement its capabilities. If you’re an IT professional, look at the learning journey for IT Professionals, which provides a thorough grounding on the particulars of AI adoption, deployment, and small business concerns, like data classification and regulatory considerations. To define your own path, get skilling recommendations based on your job responsibilities and objectives. No matter where you want to go, you can use the AI learning assessment to define a customized learning journey to get you there. Put AI to work To put your AI skills into practice or if you’re already using Copilot for Microsoft 365, visit the Microsoft Copilot Lab. This site provides easy, visual introductions into what Copilot is and how it helps you do more no matter which Microsoft 365 app you are using. These tools are designed for professionals that need a fast, tactical grounding so they can benefit from AI every day. One example is the prompt writing guide, which explains how to write effective prompts so Copilot can deliver exactly what you need. This toolkit teaches the art and science of prompting. It walks through a series of easy initial prompting exercises like writing an AI-powered email or creating an image, so you’ll understand how to edit a prompt to tailored it to your scenario. Microsoft Learn has a series of freely available, advanced courses to help you gain a deeper understanding of Copilot, how it works with the apps in Microsoft 365 and best practices for everyday use. Get started National Small Business Week may be an annual event, but you can build your AI skills year-round. Join the Microsoft SMB Tech Community to network with other professionals using Copilot. You can come here anytime to ask questions, get help, keep up with the latest AI news specific to small and medium-sized businesses and find out about upcoming online or local events.Learn Live: Microsoft Learn AI Skills Challenge
We are living in the era of AI, and you need to be adequately equipped to keep up with the almost daily changes in the AI ecosystem. We have planned a four-week series to get you up and running with Generative AI, ensuring you are well able to empower you to use AI in your organization.
