David Giard
Microsoft Partner Solution Architect
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David Giard is a former accountant and a former biochemist, who has been developing solutions using Microsoft technologies for over three decades. Currently, David helps companies solve hard technical problems in his role as a Microsoft Partner Solution Architect. David has been very active in the developer community, speaking at numerous major conferences, code camps, and user groups around the world; helping to lead user groups; and helping to organize conferences and other geek events. He is the host and producer of the mildly popular online TV shows "Technology and Friends" and "GCast". He is the co-author of the Wrox book Real World .NET, C#, and Silverlight. You can read his latest thoughts at davidgiard.com. His hobbies include video, photography, sports, and embarrassing his sons.
You and Your Technical Community
IT Professionals often work in isolation and ignore the large number of other people doing similar work. But there are benefits to connecting with others in your community.
In today's presentation, I will share with you how others have helped advance my career and how I connected with them. I'll show you how you can enhance your career by drawing on the experiences of those around you. And how to have fun doing it.
Own Your Own Career – Advice from a Veteran Software Engineer
I have witnessed or committed many mistakes during my decades as a Software Engineer and Consultant at a number of companies. I will pack into this presentation as much advice as I can about managing your career, your manager, and your customer as you traverse the wilds of software engineering. I’ll start with ways to take ownership of your career and responsibility for achieving your goals; then, I will teach key lessons on working with your customer in a way that benefits you both.
Navigating Cloudy Horizons with Azure Monitor and Application Insights
Azure Monitoring is a comprehensive cloud-based service that allows users to collect, analyze, and act on telemetry data from various Azure resources, services and applications. It provides visibility into the health, performance, and availability of resources, enabling proactive monitoring and troubleshooting for enhanced operational efficiency.
In this session, you will learn the concepts important to monitoring applications and how to configure Azure Monitor and Application Insights to collect relevant data, alert you when potential problems occur, and report on that data in near real time.
GitHub Copilot: Your AI Pair Programmer
GitHub Copilot acts as a virtual Pair Programming assistant - providing you with boilerplate code, write tests, document code, and increase developer productivity. Developers can take advantage of Large Language Models and interact with Copilot using natural language.
In this session, you will learn how to use GitHub Copilot to increase the velocity of your software development. We will also talk about the limits of this tool and how you can address those limitations.
Effective Data Visualization
We spend much of our time collecting and analyzing data. That data is only useful if it can be displayed in a meaningful, understandable way.
Yale professor Edward Tufte presented many ideas on how to effectively present data to an audience or end user.
In this session, I will explain some of Tufte's most important guidelines about data visualization and how you can apply those guidelines to your own data. You will learn what to include, what to remove, and what to avoid in your charts, graphs, maps and other images that represent data.
Diving Deep into Data with Azure Data Explorer and Kusto Query Language
Azure Data Explorer (ADX) is a service designed to analyze massive amounts of structured and semi-structured data in near real-time.
In this session, I will show you when, where, and how to use ADX and how to use the Kusto Query Language to create powerful, fast queries to analyze your data.
Cloud and Azure and Rock and Roll
Azure is Microsoft’s platform for cloud computing. In this presentation, you will learn the advantages of cloud computing in general and Microsoft Azure in particular. I will demonstrate how to create an Application on the Azure platform using a variety of the Azure tools and how to quickly create a free Azure web app and an Azure Virtual Machine.
You will come away understanding how cloud computing influenced the world of technology how it can reduce expenses in many organizations, and how you can use it to solve your business problems.
ChatGPT Unleashed: From Code Wizards to Silly Shenanigans!
Discover the remarkable capabilities of ChatGPT in our engaging presentation. We explore how ChatGPT can transform software development, streamline common business tasks, and enhance writing processes. Through a plethora of examples, we demonstrate how ChatGPT can serve as a powerful assistant in code generation, debugging, and problem-solving for developers. Furthermore, we showcase its versatility in simplifying business activities such as drafting emails, generating reports, and providing efficient customer support.
But that's not all! Join us as we delve into the playful and imaginative side of ChatGPT, showcasing its ability to entertain and inspire with fun and silly interactions. With its natural language processing prowess and contextual understanding, ChatGPT responds seamlessly to a wide array of inquiries and prompts.
By the end of this presentation, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of ChatGPT's potential applications across software development, business tasks, and writing, leaving you equipped to leverage this powerful tool in your own endeavors. Get ready to explore the exciting possibilities that ChatGPT brings to the table.
Blood, Sweat, & Code Reviews
Code Reviews can sometime be painful and time-consuming, but they are an important part of delivering quality software.
A Code Review provides an opportunity to share knowledge, improve code and catch potential problems before they go to production.
This can be a positive experience or a negative experience.
In this session, I will discuss the importance of Code Reviews and show some ways that developers, reviewers, and managers can make your code reviews more productive, enjoyable, and successful.
Empowering Artificial Intelligence: Navigating Microsoft's AI Tools and Technologies
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force, impacting decision-making, personalization, and medical breakthroughs. Microsoft has played a significant role in this landscape, investing in AI products and tools for building custom solutions.
This presentation provides an exploration of Microsoft's contributions to AI. We'll explore the core principles behind AI applications and demonstrate how Microsoft's tools enable users to create their own AI-driven solutions.
Join us to gain insights into the practical aspects of AI technology, as we explore some of Microsoft's key tools and services shaping the field.
I will show you the power of tools like Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Search, AI Services, Copilot Studio, Microsoft Designer, Azure AI Services, and a number of Copilot products.
With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility: Working Toward Responsible AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing at an impressive pace and providing numerous benefits to society. While the benefits of AI are extensive, it is crucial to acknowledge and navigate potential challenges that may pose risks to individuals and society. It is important to act ethically and responsibly when creating and using AI solutions in order to protect those who may be adversely affected.
In this session, we will address the challenges inherent in AI and how you can address those challenges.
Microsoft’s Approach to Comprehensive Security in the Age of AI
In an era where cybercrime rivals the largest global economies, securing digital landscapes has never been more critical. In this session, we will delve into the intricacies of modern cybersecurity challenges and unveil Microsoft’s solutions designed to counteract these threats.
We will showcase a panoramic view of the current cybersecurity landscape, emphasizing the exponential growth of cybercrime. With cybercrime projected to surpass $8 trillion, understanding and mitigating these risks is paramount for any organization.
Key highlights of the session include:
• The Current State of Cybersecurity: Gain insights into the staggering scale of cybercrime and its economic impact, underscoring the urgency for robust security measures.
• Microsoft Security Platform: Explore Microsoft’s multi-cloud, multi-platform security solutions, including Microsoft Purview, Priva, Entra, Intune, Defender, and Sentinel, and how they integrate Copilot to enhance security operations.
• Unified SecOps Experience: Discover how Microsoft’s end-to-end platform approach serves as a force multiplier, providing comprehensive protection across diverse IT environments.
• Secure Future Initiative: Learn about Microsoft’s strategic investments in security, designed to stay ahead of evolving threats and secure AI workloads.
This session promises to equip attendees with actionable strategies and innovative tools to fortify their cybersecurity posture in an increasingly perilous digital age. Whether you are a cybersecurity professional, IT manager, or executive, this presentation will offer invaluable insights to help you navigate and secure the complex threat landscape.
Revolutionizing Workflow with Microsoft Copilot Tools
Would you like a tool that takes care of much of your grunt work, so you can focus on the things that add real value?
In this presentation, we will explore the many capabilities of Microsoft Copilot tools, which leverage innovative AI technology to enhance productivity and efficiency across various domains. We will begin with an introduction to the importance of AI and automation in modern software development, followed by an overview of Copilot’s products and their key features.
The presentation will cover several Copilot tools, including GitHub Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot for Security, Copilot for Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Each section will delve into how these tools assist software developers, business professionals, and security teams in streamlining their workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and improving overall performance.
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