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Whether you want to get started with AI and the latest technology or you're building your career or the next great idea, Microsoft Reactor connects you with the developers and startups that share your goals.
Microsoft Reactors are centers for free technical learning and sharing, where developers and startup professionals can connect with the local community and build new skills to drive innovation.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- VS Code Dev Days LondonMicrosoft Office, London W2 6BD
Join us for an in-person only, hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to unlock the full potential of VS Code and GitHub Copilot and elevate your coding experience. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, this session will introduce you to AI-assisted development workflows, helping you write better code, faster. Space is limited so this event is first come, first served.
💡 Get Started: Download VS Code and activate your free GitHub Copilot account for VS Code to be ready for all the hands-on exercises.
💻 Bring your laptop! This interactive session requires your own device so you can practice new techniques in real time.
📅 Event Agenda
[5:30pm] – Check-in & Networking
Meet fellow developers and get ready for an exciting session.[6pm] – Welcome & Introduction
Kick off the event with an overview of the activities.[6:15pm] – Session: Essential Techniques for GitHub Copilot in VS Code
Master the fundamentals of GitHub and explore how to leverage this tool like a pro.Liam Hampton, Sr. Cloud Advocate for VS Code Developer tools @ Microsoft
[7pm] – Session: TBC
TBC[7:30pm] – Lab: Exploring VS Code and GitHub Copilot
Get hands-on experience with GitHub Copilot, discovering how to leverage AI for code completion, refactoring, and more.Chris Noring, Sr. Cloud Advocate for JavaScript @ Microsoft
[8:45pm] – Closing & Next Steps
Wrap up the session and leave time for networking.📜 Code of Conduct
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants. Please review our Code of Conduct before attending.Not open - Model Mondays - Open-Source ModelsLink visible for attendees
Did you know the Hugging Face collection on Azure AI Foundry Models currently has over 10K options? When should we use them and how do we select the right one? Join us as we talk about getting started with Hugging Face models on Azure AI – and how you can request new additions.
🔎 Explore the repo
📢 Continue the conversation on the Discord📌 This session is a part of a series! Check it out here
- AKS Automatic Virtual Launch: Simplifying Kubernetes for the AI EraLink visible for attendees
Join us for the global virtual launch of AKS Automatic, the newest evolution in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) designed to make building, deploying, and scaling apps on Kubernetes fast and frictionless for developers and platform teams.
Whether you're a seasoned Kubernetes pro or just getting started, AKS Automatic delivers a streamlined, intelligent experience that balances productivity and control -- making it easier than ever to run production-grade workloads.
Event Highlights
- Keynote Presentation
Priyanka Vergadia shares insights on the State of Cloud-Native and AI App Development. - Simplifying Kubernetes with AKS Automatic
Discover how AKS Automatic delivers an "easy mode" for Kubernetes---preserving flexibility while streamlining operations. - Live Demos: AKS Automatic in Action
Watch real-time demos showing how to go from GitHub to cluster in minutes. - Fireside Chat + Expert Panel
Join Microsoft engineers and product leaders for a candid discussion on cloud-native innovation.
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- Keynote Presentation
- Responsible AI - Java EditionLink visible for attendees
Implement responsible AI practices in Java applications. Using GitHub Models' and Azure's safety features, learn content filtering, bias detection, and Microsoft's Responsible AI principles. Essential session for deploying trustworthy AI solutions in production environments.
You'll Learn:
- Content filtering and safety testing
- Responsible AI implementation patterns
- Production deployment guidelines
- Compliance and governance practices
Pre-requisites:
GitHub Repo - Generative AI for Beginners - Java Edition
