What we’re about
Running since 2014, the M365 North User Group is a friendly community who share knowledge, best practices, ideas and skills.
We have monthly sessions, predominantly online, featuring Microsoft 365, Azure and Power Platform experts, MVPs from across the globe plus upcoming local speakers, making us one of the foremost Microsoft user groups in the UK.
We concentrate on the services that help people improve collaboration, productivity and knowledge management such as:
• Microsoft 365
• SharePoint
• Microsoft Teams
• Microsoft Azure
• Dev Ops
• ML/AI/Cognitive Services
• Power Platform
• Power Apps
• Power Automate
• Power BI
• Everything else that's in the Microsoft stack or related to great technology.
Come along (virtually or otherwise) and get involved.
We have posted up the recording of those sessions (when we remember to hit record) on YouTube: Leeds Power Platform / Microsoft 365 User Group - YouTube
If you fancy speaking at one of our sessions then drop us a line via this Call for Speakers form: https://sessionize.com/m365-north-user-group/
Upcoming events (2)
See all- All you need to know about Power Platform ALM / DevOps (Zoltan Orban/Simon Doy)Link visible for attendees
Following a number of discussions with User Group members this session has been put together to cover all the things you need to know about Power Platform Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and applying DevOps to the Power Platform.
In this session we will cover related topics to ALM and Dev Ops, Pipelines, Environment strategies, Governance and Data Loss Prevention policies, Solutions, Azure Dev Ops Pipelines and more.
The session is packed with demos and best practices from Zoltan and Simon.
We look forward to you joining us.
Agenda
18:30 - Intro and News
19:00 - All you need to know about Power Platform ALM and DevOps
20:30 - CloseZoltan Orban
Zoltan is a passionate Power Platform engineer who has been working with the Power Platform for 7 years.
He is passionate about sharing his knowledge at community events and has done numerous talks about Power Platform, including sessions on Power Pages.Simon Doy (iThink 365 - MVP)
Introducing Simon, a family man, the passionate founder of iThink 365, and a trailblazer since 2006 in the world of SharePoint. With a strong background in Microsoft 365 and Azure from 2011, Simon has crafted solutions for top names like Barclays Capital, Barclays Wealth, Old Mutual, The Financial Ombudsman, and Portakabin.
Simon’s achievements don’t end there. As a great business owner, he has fostered a work environment that values teamwork, creativity, and innovation. His employees regard him as an exceptional employer, with his dedication to their growth and well-being evident in every aspect of iThink 365.
Moreover, Simon’s genuine care for customers shines through in his business practices. Customer satisfaction is always at the forefront of his mission, and he goes above and beyond to understand their unique needs and deliver tailored solutions. Clients have come to trust Simon and iThink365 for their reliability, expertise, and unwavering commitment to exceptional service.
Driven by community spirit, Simon co-founded the Leeds Microsoft 365 and Power Platform User Group in 2014, alongside Simon Hudson and Dylan Hayes. This further demonstrates his desire to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the tech community.
Recently honoured as a Microsoft Most Valued Professional (MVP), Simon’s dedication to his craft and commitment is recognised and celebrated by peers and experts alike. He is also a key member of the Microsoft 365 Maturity Model Team, playing a vital role in the Sharing is Caring initiative, which underlines his altruistic approach to technology and its potential for making a positive impact.
Simon’s journey has been nothing short of inspiring. With his experience, dedication to the community, and involvement in groundbreaking initiatives, he continues to shape the future of Microsoft technologies, leaving a lasting impact on businesses and individuals alike.
