Samir Makwana
Founder of Cloudtrify | Cloud Solution Architect | Angel Investor
Collingwood, Canada
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Samir Makwana is on a mission to help enterprises and governments to build and grow secure and value driven businesses using Microsoft Cloud Services. Trained as Software Developer, Pre-sales and Solution Architect, he has a unique 17 years of experience in delivering diverse IT projects from initiation to completion, providing his clients with unique advantages.
He is a leading expert in security, automation, messaging and collaborative technologies; He has designed multiple Automation and Office 365 Architecture solutions for various enterprises and governments. Over the years, he has been instinctive in coordinating large-scale projects, handling designs, deployment, upgrades, and documentation of large IT Cloud Environments.
He is currently the founder and Principal Architect of Cloudtrify Inc. He has innovative ideas to develop and implement short- and long-term automation and cloud solutions, increasing user adoption, ROI, security, and ease of maintenance.
Outside the professional sphere, he enjoys spending quality time with family and friends.
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Zero Trust with Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Phases:
- Protect
- Investigate
- Simulation (For Training)
- Analyze (Reporting)
Use Cases:
- Service Desk / SecOps / SecMon
- Cyber Security Trainings for end-users
- Build a Product Roadmap
- Integration with Sentinel
- Meeting CIS Benchmark
Zero Trust with Microsoft Defender for Office 365
As more governments and enterprises undergoing digital transformation, adopting cloud-based technologies and embracing remote or hybrid work, the traditional perimeter-focused defenses are no longer sufficient to protect or secure users, internal networks and data.
In this session you will learn, Zero Trust (ZT) with Microsoft Defender for Office365, addresses the modern challenges of securing users, protecting hybrid cloud environments and defending against cyber security threats.
• Logical Components of Zero Trust Architecture
• Zero Trust with Microsoft 365 Defender and its components
• Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Architecture and protection stack
• Several Demos, including SafeLinks by defender for office 365, Automated Incident Remediation, Alerts and Incidents, and Reports
• Defender for Office 365 Security Operations Best Practices
• Building a product roadmap for Defender for Office365
Revolutionizing Customer Support: Building Your AI Helpdesk with Copilot Studio
Join us for an enlightening session where we delve into the transformative capabilities of Power Virtual Agents (Copilot Studio) in crafting a state-of-the-art helpdesk bot. This interactive workshop will guide you through the process of designing, developing, and deploying a virtual helpdesk assistant tailored to streamline user interactions and expedite issue resolution. Discover how to leverage the intuitive Copilot Studio platform to create a bot that not only understands and responds to a wide array of user queries but also integrates seamlessly with existing support systems to enhance the overall user experience. Whether you're looking to reduce response times, improve service quality, or simply elevate your customer support framework, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to achieve faster, more efficient resolutions across a variety of issues. Don't miss the opportunity to transform your helpdesk operations with the power of AI-driven chatbots.
M365 Automation using PowerShell in Azure Function
In this workshop, we explored the integration of PowerShell with Azure Functions to automate various tasks within the Azure ecosystem. Key topics covered included:
1. Introduction to Azure Functions: Understanding the serverless compute service and its benefits.
2. PowerShell Basics: A brief overview of PowerShell scripting and its capabilities.
3. Creating Azure Functions with PowerShell: Step-by-step guide on setting up and deploying Azure Functions using PowerShell.
4. Automating Tasks: Examples include automating common administrative tasks such as user onboarding and offboarding, resource management, monitoring, and reporting.
5. Best Practices: Tips and best practices for writing efficient and secure PowerShell scripts in Azure Functions.
6. Troubleshooting and Debugging: Techniques for identifying and resolving issues in your PowerShell-based Azure Functions.
By the end of the session, participants gained a solid understanding of how to leverage PowerShell within Azure Functions to streamline and automate their workflows, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.
Flow Mastery: Crafting Efficient Desktop Flows
Welcome to "Flow Mastery: Crafting Efficient Desktop Flows"! In this concise 5-minute session, we'll dive into the essentials of creating efficient desktop flows with Power Automate. Whether you're new to automation or looking to enhance your skills, this video will guide you through the key steps to streamline your workflows and boost productivity. Let's unlock the power of desktop flows and master the art of automation!
Automate your IT Service Request using Power Automate/M365 and Azure
Welcome to our Automation Workshop!
In recent years, the term “Automation” has become a buzzword in the tech industry. It’s not just a trend, but a significant shift in how we approach business processes and IT service requests. This workshop aims to shed light on this transformative concept and demonstrate its practical applications using the Power Platform, O365, and Azure.
Our goal is to help you enhance the end user experience, get more value from your investment in M365 and Azure, and significantly reduce manual work for recurring requests and reports. We believe that automation is not just about efficiency, but also about unlocking new possibilities for your organization.
During this session, we will delve into real-world scenarios involving SharePoint list, Power Automate, Azure Function, Teams PowerShell, and Teams. Here are some of the topics we will cover:
1. Enabling and Disabling Microsoft Teams Recording
2. Streamlining the Microsoft user on-boarding and off-boarding process (hybrid)
3. Integrating with Power Virtual Agent (Chatbot)
4. Monitoring, Auditing, and Securing Automation
5. Understanding the Product Life cycle
6. Learning Automation Best practices
Join us as we explore the world of automation and discover how it can revolutionize the way we work!
AI-Powered Project Management: Revolutionize Your Workflow with Copilot Studio
Join us for an engaging and interactive session designed to transform your project management approach using the latest advancements in Microsoft AI technology, including Azure and Copilot. This session is tailored for project managers, team leads, and business professionals who are keen on leveraging AI to optimize workflows, improve efficiency, and drive project success. We will explore key Azure AI services, demonstrate Copilot's capabilities, and provide hands-on experience building an AI-powered project dashboard. Learn how AI can revolutionize your workflow and elevate your project management practices to the next level.
AI Showdown: Microsoft Copilot Studio vs. Azure AI Studio - Which One Will Transform Your Workflow?
Step into the future of productivity with our engaging session, "AI Showdown: Microsoft Copilot Studio vs. Azure AI Studio—Which One Will Transform Your Workflow?" This 70-minute session is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of these two powerful AI platforms, with real-world scenarios and demos, helping you determine which tool will best enhance your workflow and drive innovation in your organization.
Automate Like a Pro: Power Fx Edition
This session is designed to empower participants with the skills and knowledge to leverage Power Fx in Power Automate Desktop for advanced automation solutions. Attendees will learn how to use Power Fx to create dynamic expressions and conditional logic, enhancing their automation workflows. The session will cover the basics of Power Fx, practical applications, and hands-on labs to ensure participants can apply what they learn immediately.
Power Virtual Agent to resolve an employee’s issue in Teams using native Teams chat experience
In today’s digital age, efficient problem-solving is key. This is why we’re excited to introduce you to the power of Power Virtual Agents in resolving employee issues directly in Microsoft Teams using the native chat experience, all within a compact 45-minute session.
In this workshop, we will explore how Power Virtual Agents can be leveraged to streamline issue resolution within your organization. We will demonstrate how these intelligent chatbots can be integrated into Teams, providing a seamless and intuitive interface for employees to report and resolve their issues.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Introduction to Power Virtual Agents: We’ll start with an overview of what Power Virtual Agents are and how they can transform your organization’s issue resolution process.
(Demo) Integration with Microsoft Teams: We’ll show you how to integrate Power Virtual Agents into your Teams environment, enabling your employees to interact with the chatbot directly from their Teams interface.
(Demo) Issue Resolution with Power Virtual Agents: We’ll walk you through real-world scenarios where Power Virtual Agents can be used to resolve common employee issues. We’ll also demonstrate how the chatbot can escalate issues to human agents when necessary.
Best Practices: Finally, we’ll share some best practices for implementing and managing Power Virtual Agents in your organization.
Join us as we delve into the world of Power Virtual Agents and discover how they can revolutionize your organization’s issue resolution process, all within a concise and focused 45-minute session!
Zero Trust with Microsoft Defender for Office 365
As more governments and enterprises undergoing digital transformation, adopting cloud-based technologies and embracing remote or hybrid work, the traditional perimeter-focused defenses are no longer sufficient to protect or secure users, internal networks and data.
In this session you will learn, Zero Trust (ZT) with Microsoft Defender for Office365, addresses the modern challenges of securing users, protecting hybrid cloud environments and defending against cyber security threats.
• Logical Components of Zero Trust Architecture
• Zero Trust with Microsoft 365 Defender and its components
• Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Architecture and protection stack
• Several Demo -->
SafeLinks by defender for office 365
Malware block by defender for endpoint
Automated Incident Remediation
Alerts and Incidents
Reports
• Defender for Office 365 Security Operations Best Practices
• Building a product roadmap for Defender for Office365
Automate your IT Service Request using Power Automate/M365 and Azure
Welcome to our Automation Workshop!
In recent years, the term “Automation” has become a buzzword in the tech industry. It’s not just a trend, but a significant shift in how we approach business processes and IT service requests. This workshop aims to shed light on this transformative concept and demonstrate its practical applications using the Power Platform, O365, and Azure.
Our goal is to help you enhance the end user experience, get more value from your investment in M365 and Azure, and significantly reduce manual work for recurring requests and reports. We believe that automation is not just about efficiency, but also about unlocking new possibilities for your organization.
During this session, we will delve into real-world scenarios involving SharePoint list, Power Automate, Azure Function, Teams PowerShell, and Teams. Here are some of the topics we will cover:
1. Enabling and Disabling Microsoft Teams Recording
2. Streamlining the Microsoft user on-boarding and off-boarding process (hybrid)
3. Integrating with Power Virtual Agent (Chatbot)
4. Monitoring, Auditing, and Securing Automation
5. Understanding the Product Life cycle
6. Learning Automation Best practices
Join us as we explore the world of automation and discover how it can revolutionize the way we work!
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Samir Makwana
Founder of Cloudtrify | Cloud Solution Architect | Angel Investor
Collingwood, Canada
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