Marketplace Community - Upcoming AI Events
**Updated 3/7/2025** ISV Success is now supporting a series of AI-focused events to help partners maximize the AI opportunity when building and publishing solutions to the commercial marketplace. These events are open to all partners on marketplace – participation in ISV Success is not required to attend. Stay updated on the latest offerings by subscribing to this post, where we will be regularly updating our list of upcoming events and sharing links to recent events. Full instructions on how to subscribe are posted at the bottom of this post. Check out our upcoming AI events below and comment with any of your questions! _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ISV AI Envisioning Day Trainings We are excited to announce the launch of two new ISV AI Envisioning Day training courses introducing tools and frameworks to leverage in building AI applications that drive innovation and business value. Microsoft ISV AI Envisioning Day: Identify and Prioritize Use Cases for AI Solutions This session guides you through the process of identifying and prioritizing business use cases for AI solutions. You will learn how to structure each use case to assess its viability, differentiate its value, and explore learning opportunities. Practical advice and actionable steps will be provided to help you kickstart your AI projects and accelerate time-to-market. Microsoft ISV AI Envisioning Day: Get the Framework to Develop AI Solutions In this envisioning session, you will learn how to effectively plan, build, and deploy your AI solution. You will be empowered with tools and frameworks to guide you through the technical and business considerations to evaluate when determining the best approach to use in building your AI application. Whether you’re just beginning to identify and prioritize AI use cases or are ready to begin planning, building, and deploying solutions, you’ll learn the steps to make AI a reality in your organization. Both ISV AI Envisioning Day training courses will run monthly in multiple time zones and are delivered in English. Check back for upcoming session dates and times. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ISV Security Series The ISV Security Series is designed to empower ISVs to not only defend against current threats but also anticipate and prepare for future challenges. Whether you are just starting your security journey or looking to enhance your existing strategies, this series provides the insights and resources you need to succeed. Join us in creating a safer digital ecosystem – one that fosters innovation without compromise. Register for the upcoming session at aka.ms/asiaisvsecurity March 2025 Strengthen the ISV Supply Chain with DevSecOps Practices Discover how DevSecOps practices can secure your software supply chain, automate compliance checks, and build customer trust by delivering secure, reliable applications. April 2025 Safeguard Data Security & Privacy in AI-Driven Applications Gain insights into implementing robust data security and privacy measures for AI-powered solutions, ensuring compliance, and creating trusted experiences for your customers. May 2025 Enhanced Threat Detection & Monitoring for AI Solutions Learn about advanced techniques for detecting and monitoring security risks in AI-driven applications, including real-time threat intelligence and anomaly detection. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Copilot Developer Camp Join us for the Copilot Developer Camp—an immersive workshop designed for professional developers eager to expand their skills with Copilot for Microsoft 365 or create custom copilots. This free, one-day workshop, held right after the AI tour, aims to equip developers, ISVs, and tech enthusiasts with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to enhance and extend Copilot’s capabilities for Microsoft 365. This is an in-person workshop offered in multiple locations. It is aimed at Developers, ISV partners, product centric companies, and enterprise developers. You will walk away with an understanding of the capabilities of Microsoft 365 Copilot and its extensibility AI models. See the different methods to develop Copilot agents utilizing Microsoft 365 Copilot's AI and orchestration on how to create a custom engine agent using Azure AI Studio and Teams AI library. How to develop a Declarative agent that includes a Build custom action for your agent via API plugins. Check here for upcoming dates and locations: Copilot Developer Camp Registration _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Build and extend your own agents using pro-code capabilities Microsoft Copilot Studio and building custom agents. Agents are AI-powered productivity tools designed to enhance everyday tasks by leveraging large language models (LLMs). Are you a developer interested in exploring advanced aspects of using Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Copilot Studio, and building custom agents using professional coding techniques? Join our on-demand workshop to learn how to leverage pro-code capabilities and build intelligent agents that assist users across various domains. Workshop Agenda Day 1: Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with declarative agents Build custom engine agents with Teams AI library and Microsoft 365 Agents SDK Day 2: Develop your own agents in Azure AI Foundry Day 3: Build your own agents with Semantic Kernel for a fully controlled end-to-end AI experience Secure and govern copilots Call to Action Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and build powerful agents with pro-code capabilities. Register now for this on-demand session and take the next step in your development journey! For more training opportunities, visit us at the Partner Skilling Hub. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Azure AI Foundry Council & AI Visionaries The Azure AI Foundry Council & AI Visionaries is excited to deliver new AI webinars to enhance your learning and help you navigate the future of AI. Azure AI Foundry Council | Azure OpenAI fine-tuning and distillation March 18 | 8:00 - 9:00 AM PST What is Distillation? Distillation is a technique used to compress a large, complex model into a smaller, more efficient one without significant loss of performance. This process helps in optimizing model deployment and reducing computational costs. What We'll Cover Fine-Tuning overview Introduction to Distillation Demos Best Practices Benefits of Attending Hands-On Learning: Gain practical knowledge through live demos. Expert Insights: Learn from Azure AI experts and get your questions answered. Networking: Connect with other partners and Azure AI Microsoft champions. Azure AI Foundry Partner Council | AI multi-agent orchestration with Semantic Kernel March 20 | 8:00 - 9:00 AM PST What is Semantic Kernel? Semantic Kernel is a framework that enables the orchestration of multiple AI agents to work together seamlessly. It leverages semantic understanding to coordinate tasks and optimize workflows, enhancing the overall efficiency and effectiveness of AI solutions. What We'll Cover Introduction to Semantic Kernel: Understanding the basics and benefits of using Semantic Kernel for AI multi-agents orchestration. Demos: Live demonstrations on how to implement and utilize Semantic Kernel in Azure AI Foundry. Best Practices: Tips and tricks for effective orchestration and deployment of AI multi-agents. Benefits of Attending Hands-On Learning: Gain practical knowledge through live demos. Expert Insights: Learn from Azure AI experts and get your questions answered. Networking: Connect with other partners and Azure AI champions. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Azure Virtual Training Day: AI Fundamentals Join us for Azure AI Fundamentals, a free virtual training designed to build your technical expertise in AI and machine learning on Microsoft Azure. This course will dive into core AI concepts and foundational workloads, offering hands-on insights into Azure AI services that power intelligent applications. You'll explore machine learning models, computer vision, and natural language processing (NLP) capabilities such as sentiment analysis, language detection, and key phrase extraction. With guidance from Microsoft experts, you’ll gain the skills needed to analyze and automate workflows, develop AI-driven solutions, and ensure responsible AI use across applications. Use the link below to see the full list of upcoming sessions available for registration. Multiple dates and time zones are available, and new sessions are added frequently. Microsoft Azure Virtual Training Day: AI Fundamentals _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Subscribe to this post If you're not a member of the Tech Community already, create an account at techcommunity.microsoft.com Select "subscribe" from the 3-dot dropdown in the upper-right corner of this post. Under "Notification Settings," select "Notify me of Any edits & comments on knowledge bases articles I subscribe to," then select to receive updates to this post either immediately, daily, or weekly (I recommend weekly). Manage your subscription settings so that you can receive email updates on new events. Manage these settings by selecting your profile icon in the top right corner of the community, selecting "My Settings," and selecting "Subscriptions & Notifications." 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When a SaaS transactable offer on Microsoft AppSource includes a pricing plan for more than 1 year, the offer is delisted from AppSource and becomes available on Azure Marketplace. This is due to the platform's structure: AppSource primarily supports monthly or annual subscription models for SaaS offers. Any pricing model that exceeds 1 year (e.g., 2-year, 3-year plans) is outside the scope of AppSource’s transaction capabilities. When a SaaS solution introduces multi-year pricing, it is automatically transitioned to Azure Marketplace, which can accommodate longer-term contracts and subscription models (such as 2-year, 3-year, or longer terms). Azure Marketplace is designed for more complex transactions, including multi-year deals, and supports deeper infrastructure integration and contract management features compared to AppSource. Thus, any SaaS offer that requires multi-year pricing terms will shift from AppSource to Azure Marketplace, where such transactions can be handled effectively.
Secure your multi-tenant applications with Microsoft Entra ID
As an ISV, delivering a secure and seamless experience for your customers is essential—but managing identity and access across multiple tenants can be complex. Microsoft Entra ID simplifies this challenge, offering powerful tools to enhance security, streamline authentication, and protect customer data. Learn more in this guide, we’ll explore key strategies for building secure multi-tenant applications and provide valuable resources to help you get started. Discover how Entra ID can help you build with confidence! Building secure multi-tenant applications with Microsoft Entra ID: A guide for ISVsBuilding secure multi-tenant applications with Microsoft Entra ID: A guide for ISVs
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) face the significant challenge of developing secure, multi-tenant applications that seamlessly integrate with their customers' existing infrastructure. Microsoft Entra ID offers a robust solution for managing user identities, providing ISVs with tools to enhance security and streamline the user authentication process. In this blog post, we'll explore key security strategies for ISVs and provide additional resources to help you get started. Context As the demand for SaaS applications grows, ISVs must ensure their applications are not only functional but also secure. Multi-tenant applications, which serve multiple customers from a single instance, present unique security challenges. One of the primary concerns is managing user identities securely across different tenants. Microsoft Entra ID addresses these challenges by offering a comprehensive identity management platform that simplifies authentication and authorization while enhancing security. Figure 1 – Single Sign On for seamless user experience Key Security Strategies for ISVs Utilize Microsoft Entra ID for Identity Management Microsoft Entra ID provides a secure, scalable identity management solution that handles user authentication, authorization, and access management. By leveraging Entra ID, ISVs can avoid the complexities and risks associated with building their own identity systems. Adopt Standard Protocols A well-maintained library like MSAL should be the first choice instead of implementing a protocol. Microsoft Entra ID supports industry-standard protocols like OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and SAML, which facilitate secure authentication and authorization. As the last and most expensive choice, ISVs can implement a protocol but must ensure they stay up to date with the protocol. Design for Data Separation In a multi-tenant environment, it is crucial to maintain data separation between tenants to prevent unauthorized access. ISVs should implement robust authorization models and leverage Entra ID's capabilities to ensure data integrity and confidentiality. Become a Verified App Publisher To build trust with customers, ISVs can become verified app publishers. This process involves joining the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program and undergoing a vetting process, assuring customers of the application's authenticity and security. Take action: Set up your multitenant identity today For ISVs looking to deepen their understanding of Microsoft Entra ID and its capabilities, here are some valuable resources: Microsoft Entra ID Documentation – Explore comprehensive guides and tutorials on implementing Entra ID in your applications. Microsoft Identity Platform Developer Guide – Learn how to integrate authentication and authorization into applications. aka.ms/UpcomingIDLOBDev - Curated content for Microsoft Identity platform training workshops By adopting these strategies and utilizing the resources provided, ISVs can build secure, scalable, and efficient multi-tenant applications that meet the growing demands of their customers. Embracing Microsoft Entra ID not only enhances security but also simplifies the development process, allowing ISVs to focus on delivering innovative solutions. Want to learn more: 📅 Join our ISV Security sessions to stay updated on the latest best practices 🔗 Subscribe to Azure Security Updates for continuous learning 📞 Connect with your Microsoft account representative for tailored security guidance Let’s work together to build a more secure digital future. 🚀Security for ISV Series: Join Our Session on Securing Multi-Tenant Solutions!
Hi Security enthusiasts, In the upcoming session of the Security for ISV series, we have an exciting topic on securing multi-tenant solutions. This session will dive deep into identity and access management specifically for ISVs. We’ll discuss key considerations, the unique challenges faced by ISVs, and how to design and configure identity to address these challenges effectively. Join us for insights from industry experts and get your questions answered in our interactive Q&A session. Here are some questions to ponder as you prepare for the session: What are the best practices for managing authentication and authorization in multi-tenant environments? How can you ensure secure and seamless identity management across multiple tenants? What strategies can be implemented to prevent data leakage between tenants? Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your security knowledge. When: Tuesday, 25th of February, 2pm Sydney, Australia time (AEDT). Register now at https://aka.ms/asiaisvsecurity. Looking forward to your participation!Issues with Partner Support
I am having some problems with Partner support (created a ticket over a month ago and they kept asking for information saying that it was ok and then asking for the same information again and in the last two weeks they just ignore the emails). I am wondering if anyone else has have similar issues in the past and how can we escalate this (Usually based on the v- account I can contact some of my contacts in Microsoft and they can help me escalate within the team, but it seems that the partner support team uses the generic email address removed for privacy reasons)?New GitHub Copilot benefit for ISV Success Expanded Package
We are thrilled to announce a new benefit for some of our ISV Success participants. As part of our continuous commitment to supporting and empowering ISVs, we are introducing a NEW Expanded Package benefit that can take your development projects to the next level. NEW – Expanded Package benefit ISV Success Expanded Package participants are now potentially eligible for up to $5,000 in Azure credits, exclusively for GitHub Copilot. This incredible opportunity is designed to help you leverage the power of GitHub Copilot, an innovative AI tool that assists developers in writing code faster, with greater efficiency and confidence. How to determine your eligibility To find out if you qualify for this enhanced benefit, please reach out to your Engagement Manager. (To find out who is your assigned ISV Success Engagement Manager, type “who is my engagement manager” into the AI-powered assistant on ISV Hub: https://www.microsoft.com/isv/. If you are in Marketplace Rewards, you can email rewards@microsoft.com a member of the Market Rewards team will respond within 1-2 business days.) They will assist you in understanding if you are eligible for criteria and guide you through the process of applying for Expanded Package and these additional GitHub Copilot credits. At ISV Success, we are dedicated to offering valuable resources and support to help you achieve your development goals. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to enhance your productivity and bring your projects to life with the power of GitHub Copilot. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting announcements from ISV Success! Additional Resources: Join ISV Success Review all ISV Success benefits Learn more about expanded benefitsAnother GitHub benefit for ISV Success participants!
I'm excited to share that ISV Success recently announced a new GitHub Copilot benefit! Expanded Package ISVs can now get up to $5,000 in Azure credits, exclusively for GitHub Copilot. This is a wonderful opportunity to help you leverage the power of GitHub Copilot. Learn more: Another GitHub benefit for ISV Success Participants! | Microsoft Community HubMastering Co-Sell with Microsoft: A Two-Part Webinar Series to Accelerate Growth
Co-selling with Microsoft presents a significant opportunity for ISVs to expand their market reach, accelerate revenue growth, and build stronger partnerships. In this two-part webinar series, experts from Rubrik and Tackle will provide actionable insights on developing, operationalizing, and scaling a successful co-sell strategy to maximize your impact within the Microsoft ecosystem. Learn more about the two-part series, and how to register. Unlocking the power of co-sell: what to expect in the upcoming webinar series with Rubrik and Tackle
