The Microsoft Foundry & Azure User Group invites technologists, engineers, architects, and innovators to submit session proposals that push the boundaries of modern cloud development. We’re looking for talks that deliver real-world impact, showcase deep technical expertise, and inspire the global developer community to build what’s next using GitHub Copilot.

Focus Areas  

✅ Cloud-native engineering - Kubernetes, microservices, distributed systems.  

✅ AI & applied machine learning - Azure AI, responsible AI, production ML, agentic workflows.  

✅ Developer productivity - DevOps, GitHub Actions, IaC, automation.  

✅ Security & governance - cloud security, identity, compliance, zero trust.  

✅ Application modernization - migration patterns, architecture revamps, performance tuning.  

✅ Open-source innovation - OSS tooling, frameworks, community-driven engineering.  

 What We’re Looking For  

✅ Technical depth, backed by real demos, architectures, or case studies.  

✅ Practical insights developers can apply immediately.  

✅ Clear storytelling that connects challenges to solutions.  

✅ Fresh perspectives on emerging technologies and patterns.  

Submission Details  

✅ Event: GitHub Copilot Dev Days 2026  

✅ Organizers: Microsoft Foundry & Azure User Group  

✅ Format: 25 – 30 minute sessions, lightning talks, or workshops.  

✅ Audience: Cloud engineers, architects, AI practitioners, DevOps professionals, and technical leaders.  

Criteria for Speaker Selection

✅ This is a physical event and the speaker must reside in the Netherlands as we do not have sponsorship for travel.

✅ Topic must be relevant to the theme of the event.