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In this week's episode, we look at recent Microsoft Tech updates. By popular request, we're expanding the scope beyond just Azure to include Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and similar Microsoft platforms and capabilities. What's new? What's interesting? What's retiring?(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(04:40) - Show content starts.Show links- Public preview: VM Customization in Azure: Disable Multithreading & Constrained Cores- Containerization Assist (GitHub)- Microsoft Azure Migration Hub- Private Link service Direct ConnectFeedback - Give us feedback!

 AI opportunities: Despite the excitement around AI, Kaupp emphasizes the importance of understanding the technology before fully integrating it into workflows. He advocates for “literacy before agency" to understand the true impacts of what AI "can unlock."Transformation with AI: Kaupp describes the process of transforming a contract approval process using AI tools, highlighting the importance of identifying inefficiencies and becoming “client zero” for automation. He poses a question relating to assisting customers with AI adoption: “If I can't identify 'stupid' things that we're living with and transforming them, how am I going to get clients to do that?”Internal impacts: Microsoft's release of all Microsoft Learn content as an MCP server has led to an important internal transformation for ArcherPoint by Cherry Bekaert, enabling consultants and developers to use AI-powered search instead of traditional engines to quickly find relevant functionality and updates. This approach has also been applied to the organization's own codebase, allowing access to previous customer implementations.Big trends for Business Central: Across all Microsoft products, and in the case of Business Central, Kaupp shares that clients are excited about the potential of AI agents, but many are still experimenting without clear use cases. As a result, he notes, consultants often find themselves reversing client-built solutions to make them production-ready.ArcherPoint by Cherry Bekaert at Summit NA: Kaupp and the team from ArcherPoint by Cherry Bekaert will be at Community Summit NA 2025, and you can connect with the team at their Booth #1007. Kaupp will also co-lead a session on Wednesday, October 22, "Leading Through Change: Harnessing Communication and Resilience." He encourages attendees to stop by the booth and chat with him on all things AI. "I'm there to learn or to guide... to me, that is the benefit of the community. It's the benefit of why we're all there," he notes.Contributors: John Siefert, Greg KauppSearch keywords:  No transcript Can be scheduled for 9:00 AM ET on 10/17.  Visit Cloud Wars for more.

Today, we talk about identity mistakes, with our guest, Stephan van Rooij. We learn about OWASP top 10, his project IdentityProxy and things to avoid when building custom solutions that revolve around identities.(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(02:50) - Show content starts.Show links- Blog: https://svrooij.io- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/stephanvanrooij - IdentityProxy: https://github.com/svrooij/identityproxy- OWASP Top 10- GitHub servers being migrated to AzureFeedback - Give us feedback!

Episode 154: Markus Erlandsson and Malin Martnes chatted with Julie Yack Colorado Technology, about My First Day in Power Platform and how you don’t have to be a developer to fit into Power Platform. Julie begins by sharing her journey and how she overcame intimidation in the tech industry. Bio As the Chief Operations Officer … Continue reading My First Day of Power Platform with Julie Yack The post My First Day of Power Platform with Julie Yack first appeared on CRM Rocks.

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Today, we go through the three recommended and must-have alerts you should configure in all of your Azure tenants. We touch upon FinOps, security, a bit of WAF and CAF, and find out if we're using these recommendations ourselves.(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(03:20) - Show content starts.Show links- Azure Quota Alerts (Preview): Still overlooked, but incredibly useful | Microsoft Community HubFeedback - Give us feedback!

Downtime is expensive. Managed Availability makes sure you never have to pay it. In this episode, Shivani Pradhan and Mauktik Gandhi join us to walk through how the Power Platform and Dynamics 365 Foundations team built a system that's resilient by design. With built-in failovers, isolated “islands,” and one-minute recovery, when the unexpected happens, you stay up and running. All with one push of a button.

It's one of the biggest Power Pages updates we've seen in years, and we're excited about what it means for the future. We talk about the newest Power Platform release and its biggest change — bringing Power Pages security together with Dataverse roles. We explain how web roles and contact records now work with system users, making Power Pages security act more like Dataverse. We share what we learned from testing the private preview, including how permissions, ownership, and auditing work now, and what the new “C2” users are. We also wonder what this means for performance, licensing, and people building their own portals. References Overview of Power Pages 2025 release wave 2 | Microsoft Learn Unify Power Pages authorization by merging web role with Dataverse security role | Microsoft Learn Get in touch voice@crm.audio Nick Hayduk @Engineered_Code George Doubinski @georgedude

In this week's episode, we take a tour of Microsoft PowerToys in 2025. What's in there? What's new? Do we actually use these tools, or are they just gimmicks?(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(06:44) - Show content starts.Show links- Microsoft PowerToysFeedback - Give us feedback!

In this week's episode, we talk about our experiences with SharePoint and Project. Now that Project Online is going away, as well as SharePoint 2013-style Workflows, we discuss the options for moving to more modern capabilities, and why these are still very valid tools. (00:00) - Intro and catching up.(03:58) - Show content starts.Show links- Project Online is retiring- SharePoint 2013 Workflow retirement- SharePoint 2013 Workflow Assessment Tool- SharePoint Workflow ManagerFeedback- Give us feedback!

Dan Wahlin is a Principal Cloud Developer Advocate at Microsoft working with developers to leverage the capabilities available in Azure, Microsoft 365, and Power Platform. In addition to his work at Microsoft, Dan creates training courses for Pluralsight, speaks at conferences and meetups around the world, and offers webinars on a variety of technical topics. Prior to joining Microsoft, Dan was CEO of a consulting, architecture, and training company for 20 years helping enterprises build great software.You can find Dan on the following sites:BlogLinkedInGitHubXBlueskyPLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTSpotifyApple PodcastsYouTube MusicAmazon MusicRSS FeedYou can check out more episodes of Coffee and Open Source on https://www.coffeeandopensource.comCoffee and Open Source is hosted by Isaac Levin

In this week's episode, we share ideas, experiences and lessons learned running AI workloads at home. On a laptop, in a custom-built AI rig, and everything in between!(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(03:37) - Show content starts.Show links- HuggingFace- Ollama & Open WebUI- LMStudio- Azure AI Foundry LocalFeedback - Give us feedback!

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Episode 153: Markus Erlandsson and Malin Martnes chatted with Parvez Ghumra and Sean Astrakhan about Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and how Azure DevOps can simplify it for Power Platform projects. Parvez and Sean break down environment strategies, version control, and deployment pipelines, sharing practical insights for both low-code makers and pro developers. They discuss the … Continue reading Application Lifecycle Management in Azure DevOps made easy The post Application Lifecycle Management in Azure DevOps made easy first appeared on CRM Rocks.

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This week, we dive deep into security-focused updates from Microsoft. As we've done with more generic tech updates, this time we'll focus on the interesting security updates from Microsoft.(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(04:29) - Show content starts.Show links- RETIREMENT: Migration from Azure China CDN to Azure Front Door- PREVIEW: Custom block response codes and body for Application Gateway WAF- PREVIEW: Azure Bastion now supports connectivity to private AKS clusters via tunneling- PREVIEW: Workspace-level Private Link for Microsoft Fabric workspaces- GA: AKS Security Dashboard- WAF: CAPTCHA, and JS challengeFeedback - Give us feedback!

Get ready for the Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM 2025 Wave 2 release this October! Packed with new features in Sales, Events, Marketing, and the Power Platform, this update promises to enhance user experience with an innovative event hosting solution, Copilot-powered natural language searches and much more. Streamline your sales, boost your marketing, and revolutionise event management with this exciting release. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we take a look at Azure Storage Discovery. It's a new preview feature that gives you insights and actionable items across all your Storage Accounts. We discuss our experience using it and how to properly test its capabilities.(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(03:25) - Show content starts.Show links- Azure Storage Demo Populator tool (GitHub) - Azure Storage Discovery- PricingFeedback- Give us feedback!

Today, we'll take a look at something that is of the essence for anyone working with identities and the shift to the cloud. What is Group SOA, and why should you care? We reflect on the dependencies of Active Directory, the five stages of transformation, and what this capability will help you achieve. (00:00) - Intro and catching up.(05:20) - Show content starts.Show links- Group SOAProvide feedback- Give us feedback!

Show NotesHow to Build an Autonomous Agent in Copilot Studio by Reza Dorrani Agent AcademyPartner Call Walkthrough by Scott Durow#agentacademy by Ana Inés Urrutia9 AI Resources by Joel MoranPython in Copilot Studio by Scott DurowPac Environment Extension by Steve MordueFrom PoCs to production By Carsten GrothThe classic Power Platform admin center will be retiredHow to Roll Back Level Up by Anna BlackUsing AI Hub: Document outputs in prompts by Ana Inés UrrutiaSPA in Power Pages using GitHub Spark and Codespaces by Neeraj Nandwana Build and Extend Agents Directly from Power Pages Studio (Preview) by Nagesh BhatPower Pages: Tired of filling forms? Use an agent! by Nick DoelmanHow to improve Power Apps with typography by Anna BlackCopilot LabsMicrosoft ReactorAI Agent & Copilot Podcast by Shawn DorwardBe sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single episode of Power Platform BOOST!Thank you for buying us a coffee: buymeacoffee.comPodcast home page: https://powerplatformboost.comEmail: hello@powerplatformboost.comFollow us!Twitter: https://twitter.com/powerplatboost Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerplatformboost/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/powerplatboost/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090444536122 Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@powerplatboost

This week we go full pro code. Guests Casey Burke and Marcel Ferreira share how Power Platform is opening doors for professional developers with bring-your-own-code, generative UX, GitHub integration, and automated testing. Whether you're a pro dev curious about low code or a maker looking to understand the deeper stack, this episode delivers technical insights, practical guidance, and a preview of what's next at PPCC.   Find the repo at aka.ms/CodeApps

In this week's episode, we look at recent Microsoft Tech updates. By popular request, we're expanding the scope beyond just Azure to include Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and similar Microsoft platforms and capabilities. What's new? What's interesting? What's retiring?(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(04:15) - Show content starts.Show links- Create Tenant Level Service Health Alerts (preview) - Azure Monitor | Microsoft Learn- AKS Updates- What is Azure App Testing?- Azure 128 & 192 vCPU sizes- Azure Cloud HSM- GA: Network Security Perimeter- Two-way forest trusts for Entra DSFeedback - Give us feedback!

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Back in 2020 we did our first episode on Microsoft Sentinel. We feel it's time to revisit Sentinel after five years, and take a look at where it stands today. What's relevant, what's new, and what's happening with Sentinel?(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(04:29) - Show content starts.Show links- Microsoft Sentinel Quickstart- Sentinel Data Lake- Give us feedback!

Is there still a place for no/low-code tools like those in Microsoft's Power Platform with the rise of generative AI and GitHub Copilot? The New Stack's news editor Darryl Taft joins Directions Rob Sanfilippo and Mary Jo Foley to debate the topic.

What can the financial services sector teach us about adopting Copilot in our organizations? Richard chats with Christina Wheeler about her work at Microsoft, where she helps companies leverage large language model technologies. Christina discusses data security, which is crucial in the financial services industry due to its numerous regulations. The data security mindset of using tools like Purview and Data Loss Prevention helps to carve out data sets that can be used with Copilot. The conversation also turns to the Power Platform arena and Dataverse, tools that make it easy to embrace Copilot. There's a progression of security and capability, from internal apps to assisting staff with online work, to ultimately providing a means for customers to interact with a Copilot. There's a lot to learn, but the tools are there to make it possible!LinksMicrosoft PurviewPower Platform Data Loss PreventionPower Virtual AgentsMicrosoft DataverseCopilot StudioAzure AI FoundryRecorded July 7, 2025

In this week's episode, we break down Model Context Protocol, or MCP. What is it, why should you care, and how does it change your solutions? We discuss the concept, the architecture, and share our experiences working with MCP solutions.(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(03:02) - Show content starts.Show links- MCP home: modelcontextprotocol.io- Use MCP: Connect to Remote MCP Servers- Build a server: Build an MCP Server- Build a client: Build an MCP Client- modelcontextprotocol/csharp-sdk: The official C# SDK for Model Context Protocol servers and clients.- MCP Dev Days session- Give us feedback!

Early in Microsoft's FY26, managers in the sales and channel organizations have worked to explain important program changes that will impact partners in the Dynamics 365 and Power Platform space. At the recent Biz Apps Partner Executive Summit 2025 event, attendees heard from a variety of Microsoft representatives who presented sales strategy and the reorganized structure that attempts to blend business applications with modern work. Partners also heard about Microsoft's new and updated incentives, vision for AI agent sales in the enterprise, and revised sales plays across industries and segments. Joe Corigliano was one of the key organizers of the event from Dynamics Communities and he joined us after the event ended to recap some of the highlights like memorable insights from speakers, some of the MSDW event coverage, and partner reactions to Microsoft's outlook on selling AI agents.

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In this week's episode, we'll take a look at n8n—the agentic workflow engine/tool/product/service. How does it compare to Power Platform, Azure Functions, Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, and other similar offerings from Microsoft? Self-hosting vs. cloud-hosted? We also share lessons learned and other insights. (00:00) - Intro and catching up.(03:44) - Show content starts.Show links- n8n.io- n8n GitHub Repo- n8n workflowsFeedback - Give us feedback!

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On this episode we are talking to some of the experts who presented at the Summit North America Roadshow event in Seattle this week, where members of the Dynamics 365 community came together to hear from Microsoft and their peers about D365 applications, Power Platform, and the broader technology landscape that they face. Microsoft kicked off the event with a tour of some of the latest Power Platform AI features in their plan designer, which recently reached GA, as well as the latest preview feature, generative pages. That focus on AI-driven capabilities became a theme of the day, woven in with other functional and technical topics. To better understand what Microsoft's product evolution and efforts mean, we spoke with three enterprise software veterans for more perspective on topics like user adoption, sharing lessons about early AI solution development efforts, the impact on people's jobs, individual vs organizational solutions, and how to focus on outcomes.  Our guests for this episode are:  Luciano Cunha, CEO of STAEDEAN Khaled Nassra, Founder of Enki Consulting JC Quintana, author and Microsoft alliance director at Experlogix

This is episode 300! Massive thank you and gratitude to everyone for tuning in over the years. We reflect a bit on the past 6 years of the show, and then we dive deep into security-focused updates from Microsoft. (00:00) - Intro and catching up.(03:02) - Show content starts.Show links- What's new in Microsoft Defender for Cloud features | Microsoft Learn- Containers support matrix in Defender for Cloud | Microsoft Learn- Alerts for AI services - Microsoft Defender for Cloud | Microsoft Learn- Manage workspaces in Microsoft Security Copilot | Microsoft Learn- Manage security compute unit usage in Security Copilot | Microsoft Learn- Azure DNS security policy | Microsoft LearnFeedback - Give us feedback!

Release Plans Visualized by Jukka NiiranenPowerDocu for Copilot Studio in the works by Rene Modery Copilot Studio: How I Built A Generative Orchestration Agent by Matthew DevanyMichael Keimeyer shared

Continuing from the wishlist, in this episode we focus on underused features in Power Pages - capabilities that are built into the platform but often overlooked during development. We discuss features such as redirects, shortcuts, site markers, and web link sets, highlighting where they fit and why they're still relevant, especially for structured navigation and content management. We also cover content snippets, explaining how they support multilingual content, reduce duplication, and allow non-developers to manage content without modifying code. Additional topics: Leveraging form and list metadata instead of custom JavaScript Choosing fetchXML in liquid over Web API for secure, server-side queries The challenges and potential of conditional multistep forms The role of site settings in fine-tuning authentication and behavior A lot of Power Pages features are often overlooked. Hopefully you get some extra ammunition to improve structure, usability, and long-term maintainability across projects. Get in touch voice@crm.audio Nick Hayduk @Engineered_Code George Doubinski @georgedude

In this week's episode, it's time to share insights and lessons learned from self-hosting stuff at home! We'll talk about the why and the what, and also some stuff that didn't work at all. You'll also hear about how to best service workloads from home, and what sort of equipment is needed.(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(04:04) - Show content starts.Show links- Cloudflare Tunnel- Jussi's ipecho service- Give us feedback!

See release plan here: 2025 Power Platform Release Wave 2Power AppsFill forms faster with smart paste (12) PP Okt 24 - GA Okt 25Toggle to sync offline database with the server only on Wi-Fi for Canvas apps (11) PP Sept 25 - GA Okt 25 Power PagesUnify Power Pages authorization by merging web role with Dataverse security role (28) PP Okt 25Create and delete websites using Power Platform CLI (31) - PP Jan 25 Power AutomateCreate and edit expressions with Copilot (37) PP Jan 25 - GA Dec 25Debug easily into condition actions at runtime  (39) GA Dec 25Build desktop flows with record with Copilo (41) PP Sept 24 - GA Dec 25 Copilot StudioAutomate web and desktop apps with computer use (49) PP May 25 - GA Okt 25Test and debug agent actions in Copilot Studio (52) GA Nov 25 Microsoft DataverseRestore deleted records within a specified timeframe (65) PP Kun 24 - GA Okt 25Enable 3Ps to build and publish agent-ready connectors (64) PP May 24 - GA 25Increased relevance with column selection support (60) PP Okt 25 Governance and AdministrationDelegate administrative operations (70) PP Sept 25 - GA Nov 25 DeprecationsDeprecation of support for personal Microsoft service accounts in Power Automate:Important changes (deprecations) coming in Power PlatformBe sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single episode of Power Platform BOOST!Thank you for buying us a coffee: buymeacoffee.comPodcast home page: https://powerplatformboost.comEmail: hello@powerplatformboost.comFollow us!Twitter: https://twitter.com/powerplatboost Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/powerplatformboost/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/powerplatboost/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090444536122 Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@powerplatboost

#162. Unlocking hidden Microsoft partner benefits? Now that's my kind of secret! In this episode, I spill the beans on how Dynamics 365 and Power Platform partners can get their teams Scrum trained and certified — on Microsoft's dime, without touching your training budget, thanks to Microsoft Incentive co-op funds.I walk you through what co-op funds are, how to check your eligibility, and exactly how to claim full reimbursement for my Successful Scrum for Microsoft Business Apps course. The course is tailored specifically for your teams building Microsoft business apps, not just any software project. I share stories from the trenches, like $4 million Dynamics implementations and global customer service transformations, to show the practical impact of genuine Scrum on delivery teams, customer satisfaction, and project profitability.You'll hear testimonials from consulting partners and students who have used these tactics to become Microsoft Partner of the Year winners—and happier, lower-stress teams as well.There's even an Exam Pass Guarantee (so your team can certify with confidence), plus step-by-step instructions on using those mysterious co-op funds before they expire.Curious if it really works? Microsoft themselves give it the green light—and I'll show you how to make it happen. Listen to this episode to discover how to turn unused partner benefits into highly skilled, adaptable delivery pros, and set your practice apart. Ready to build amazing apps, supercharge your team, and let Microsoft foot the bill?Book a call with NeilScrum for Microsoft Business AppsHow to get your training investment reimbursed

Send us a textIn this high-impact conversation at Pax8 Beyond 2025, Joey Pinz sits down with Rob Rae, legendary MSP advocate and VP at Pax8, to talk about platforms, peer groups, and the pulse of the managed services community.Rob shares what sets Pax8 apart from traditional distributors — its MSP-only focus, commitment to partner success, and its evolution into a true marketplace, not just a catalog. He explains how the newly launched public storefronts allow MSPs to create digital buying experiences for end clients, and how Pax8's AI-powered recommendations are reshaping vendor discovery and security posture.The heart of the episode dives into community — from Rob's deep belief in peer groups and soft skill development, to how the post-pandemic MSP landscape has changed. He opens up about Pax8's internal billing transition and how staying responsive during disruption is an act of discipline.Rob also shares the emotional story of how a simple piece of advice transformed an MSP's business — a reminder of the long-term impact one voice can have. 

Today, we'll talk about AVNM, or Azure Virtual Network Manager, with insights from Microsoft's Jack Tracey. What is it, and why do you need it? We talk about mesh networks, routing, IP address management, AVNM with Azure Landing Zones, and more!(00:00) - Intro and catching up.(05:08) - Show content starts.Show links- What is AVNM?- Frequently asked questions about Azure Virtual Network Manager | Microsoft Learn- Azure Virtual Network Manager in Azure landing zones - Cloud Adoption Framework | Microsoft Learn- Give us feedback!

#161. Whether you're an internal developer working for a Microsoft customer or a consultant working for a Microsoft partner: every Power Platform or Dynamics 365 project you have ever worked on has been underestimated.Because no one wins overestimated projects...Mentioned in this episode:Estimating Business Apps: EOFY25 offerMy Estimating Business Apps course will help you up level up your agile practice and answer those two frequent questions: 'How long is it going to take?' and 'How much is it going to cost?'. Normally priced at U$199, it's designed to give you full confidence when scoping and sizing Dynamics 365 and Power Platform work. Estimating Business Apps is just U$50 if you go Pro before 30 June 2025. That's a $149 saving to help you finish the (Australian financial) year stronger – and smarter. Don't miss your chance to master the complete estimation process and quote your work like a pro.Estimating EOFY2025

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Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/691    What happens when cybercrime becomes as organized—and profitable—as a Fortune 500 company? In this episode, Louis Arthur-Brown, a cybersecurity leader and solutions partner at CodeStone, pulls back the curtain on the evolving threat landscape. From ransomware-as-a-service to deepfake deception, Louis shares real-world insights and practical strategies for defending your organization in an AI-accelerated world. Whether you're a tech leader or a curious professional, this conversation will sharpen your security instincts and help you build resilience where it matters most. KEY TAKEAWAYS Cybercrime is industrialized: Ransomware-as-a-service and affiliate models make it easy for anyone—even non-technical actors—to launch attacks for as little as $50. AI is amplifying threats: A 1,300% rise in phishing emails last year is just the beginning. Deepfakes and voice cloning are reshaping social engineering tactics. MFA and basic hygiene go a long way: Implementing multi-factor authentication and conditional access can block up to 92% of cyberattacks. Zero Trust is essential: Organizations must move beyond the “walled garden” mindset and adopt a “never trust, always verify” approach to access and data. Data strategy is security strategy: Tools like Microsoft Purview and Windows 365 help classify, protect, and monitor sensitive data—especially in AI-enabled environments.   RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/690    What does it take to rise from limited access to tech resources to becoming a globally recognized Microsoft MVP? In this episode, Pascal Burume shares his remarkable journey from the Democratic Republic of Congo to the global tech stage. With grit, community leadership, and a passion for Microsoft technologies, Pascal reveals how he overcame language barriers, built impactful solutions with Power Platform, and inspired a new generation of tech professionals. If you're looking for a roadmap to grow your skills and make a difference—no matter where you start—this episode is for you. KEY TAKEAWAYS Persistence Pays Off: Pascal failed multiple times before becoming a Microsoft Student Ambassador—but each setback sharpened his strategy and resilience. Power Platform in Action: He used Power Apps and Power BI to build real-world solutions that improved decision-making at the UNDP. Community as a Catalyst: Building and leading tech communities helped Pascal grow his skills, visibility, and impact. Learning Without Limits: Despite infrastructure challenges, Pascal leveraged blogs, Microsoft Learn, and open-source tools to stay ahead. From Local to Global: His story proves that with the right mindset and tools, you can build a global tech career from anywhere. RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/689 In a world where AI is reshaping how we build, lead, and learn, standing still is no longer an option. In this episode, the Ecosystem Show team dives into the evolving role of Microsoft partners, the rise of “vibe coding,” and the critical mindsets needed to thrive in tech's next chapter. Whether you're navigating AI adoption, rethinking your Power Platform strategy, or simply trying to stay relevant in a fast-changing landscape, this conversation offers clarity, challenge, and a roadmap forward.  KEY TAKEAWAYS AI demands new mental models: Success in the AI era requires critical thinking, constant learning, and a willingness to challenge assumptions—even those served up by machines. Power Platform is evolving fast: It's no longer just low-code—it's becoming the enterprise-grade “vibe coding” platform, integrating seamlessly with advanced tools and governance systems. Trustworthy AI is non-negotiable: Leaders must embed safety, transparency, and validation into every AI practice. Microsoft's internal frameworks offer a strong starting point. The partner landscape is shifting: The best Microsoft partners are transforming their culture, offerings, and delivery models to meet the demands of AI-native enterprises. Your career is your responsibility: In a time of layoffs and disruption, professionals must take ownership of their growth by developing adaptive, future-focused mindsets. RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/688 What happens when AI stops being a tool and starts becoming a teammate? In this episode, Ashish Bhatia, Principal Product Manager at Microsoft, unpacks the shift from traditional automation to intelligent agents—and what it means for the future of work. From the myth of “autonomous agents” to the real-world challenges of memory, trust, and productivity, this conversation dives deep into the evolving landscape of AI. Whether you're building with Copilot or planning your next AI strategy, this episode will sharpen your perspective on where the tech is headed—and what's still missing.KEY TAKEAWAYS Agentification is the next evolution of apps: We're moving from reactive chatbots to proactive assistants that can take meaningful action—but we're still early in that journey. Memory is the missing link: Long-term context retention is essential for agents to become truly useful. Expect major strides in this area by 2025. Autonomous agents are still a myth: Most current “agents” are glorified automations. True autonomy requires reasoning, adaptability, and trust. Model selection will soon be invisible: Expect model routing to become standard, optimizing for cost and performance without user intervention. AI isn't saving time—yet: While AI boosts output quality, it still requires human oversight. The next leap is reducing the need for constant review. RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/687 What happens when a finance professional clicks a mysterious purple icon in Excel and discovers a whole new world? For Mate Tóth, that moment sparked a journey from spreadsheets to becoming a Microsoft MVP. In this episode, Mate shares how curiosity, community, and a passion for learning transformed his career. From building his first Power App in production to leading Hungary's Power Platform user group, Mate's story is a masterclass in grassroots tech leadership and the power of showing up.KEY TAKEAWAYSStart Small, Think Big: Mate's Power Platform journey began with a single Excel task—proof that big transformations often start with small curiosities. Community as a Catalyst: His involvement in Toastmasters and local tech groups helped him grow as a speaker and leader, eventually leading to his MVP nomination. Localization Matters: Language barriers and cultural nuances shape tech adoption—Mate shares how he's bridging gaps in Hungary's tech scene. AI with Purpose: While enthusiastic about AI, Mate emphasizes ethical considerations and the importance of understanding each model's strengths. From Goals to Impact: Ironically, Mate became an MVP the year he stopped chasing the title and focused solely on helping others. RESOURCES MENTIONED

Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVMFULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/686  Simon Hudson shares his fascinating journey from medical device inventor to tech entrepreneur, exploring how information architecture transformed his approach to SharePoint, Teams, and AI ethics.TAKEAWAYS• Started his career in physics and medical devices, developing two patents for chronic wound dressings• Founded Cloud2 and developed Hadron, possibly the first SharePoint-based "intranet in a box" solution• Recognized that 90% of organizational information needs are the same across companies• Initially skeptical about Teams but had a "road to Damascus moment" when realizing its potential for structuring collaboration• Companies that adopted his Teams approach transitioned seamlessly during the pandemic• Believes AI won't eliminate jobs overall but will disadvantage those who don't learn to use it• Working on how to build ethics directly into AI rather than just creating guardrails around it• Concerned about AI agents making autonomous decisions without proper moral frameworks• Sees data quality as a critical challenge for effective AI implementation in organizations• Envisions personal AI "doppelgangers" that can handle routine tasks while embodying our ethical frameworksListen now to explore how information architecture might just be the key to more ethical, efficient, and empowering technology. This year we're adding a new show to our line up - The AI Advantage. We'll discuss the skills you need to thrive in an AI-enabled world. DynamicsMinds is a world-class event in Slovenia that brings together Microsoft product managers, industry leaders, and dedicated users to explore the latest in Microsoft Dynamics 365, the Power Platform, and Copilot.Early bird tickets are on sale now and listeners of the Microsoft Innovation Podcast get 10% off with the code MIPVIP144bff https://www.dynamicsminds.com/register/?voucher=MIPVIP144bff Accelerate your Microsoft career with the 90 Day Mentoring Challenge We've helped 1,300+ people across 70+ countries establish successful careers in the Microsoft Power Platform and Dynamics 365 ecosystem.Benefit from expert guidance, a supportive community, and a clear career roadmap. A lot can change in 90 days, get started today!Support the showIf you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.Thanks for listening