Crafting the Golden Age of AI: Keynotes from Microsoft Build 2024

DataArt, a trusted Microsoft partner for over 20 years, recently participated in Microsoft Build 2024. This annual conference for developers, engineers, and technologists showcases the latest advancements in Microsoft technologies, tools, and platforms, translating them into business value for our customers.

Numerous announcements at the event highlighted ongoing innovations in AI across infrastructure, data, tools, applications, and more. Nikita Kozlov, DataArt's VP of Cloud Technology, couldn't miss the event and shares some of the key takeaways in this article.

A significant portion of the sessions was devoted to the latest trends of AI solutions in Azure. The growing importance of AI adoption in the tech landscape is undeniable, and the event was proof of that. Many sessions highlighted valuable insights into effective AI implementation, discussing common challenges and obstacles that customers are dealing with and how Azure's comprehensive suite of AI tools and services helps to overcome these challenges.

One of the event's key highlights was the announcement of the general availability of Azure AI Studio. It is an end-to-end development environment for responsibly building, training, and fine-tuning AI models, providing tools and services for every stage of the AI development lifecycle. With many available features, Azure AI Studio is an excellent environment for developers to create AI solutions that not only perform effectively but also uphold ethical standards and societal values.

"At DataArt, we prioritize the safety of all the AI solutions we create for customers. We ensure our technology not only meets their needs but also aligns with their ethical values. And I'm glad that with Azure AI Studio, keeping this commitment has become much simpler." - Nikita Kozlov, VP for Cloud Technology

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Copilot+ PCs: The Next Generation of Intelligent Windows Computing

When discussing recent advancements in the AI field, the introduction of Copilot+ PCs marks a significant step forward. Microsoft states this new category as "the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever built with AI-infused at every layer." These Copilot+ PCs represent more than just advanced hardware; they embody a strategic investment in efficiency and innovation.

"We're entering this new era where computers not only understand us but can actually anticipate what we want and our intents," mentioned Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, during his speech.

Microsoft Fabric

Microsoft Fabric was another key topic discussed at the event. Microsoft showcased several added features of Fabric, including the Fabric Workload Development Kit and the GraphQL API, among others.

One standout addition to Fabric is the new Real-Time Intelligence feature, providing an end-to-end software as a service (SaaS) solution. This feature, currently in preview, enables customers to make real-time decisions and take actions. It empowers both user roles: everyday analysts with simple low-code/no-code experiences and professional developers with code-rich user interfaces.

Security Above All Else

Security remains a top priority, with new tools and updates across Microsoft's product lines, including Copilot, Copilot+ PCs, Copilot Stack, etc. Microsoft highlighted once more its commitment to the Secure Future Initiative, emphasizing three core principles that drive its relentless pursuit of a safer digital ecosystem:

• Secure by design: Security is the foundation when designing any product or service.
• Secure by default: Security protections are enabled and enforced by default, require no extra effort, and are not optional.
• Secure operations: Security controls and monitoring will continuously be improved to meet current and future threats.

Azure: Continuing to Innovate in the Cloud Technology

It's noteworthy to mention that Azure, in line with the recent AI trend, consistently provides a powerful toolset for building, deploying, and operating highly available workloads globally. Several sessions at the event showcased real stories of major customers who have successfully created highly available platforms on Azure, highlighting the platform's reliability and scalability in supporting diverse business needs across industries. Whether optimizing performance, ensuring security, or enabling seamless scalability, it's hard to deny that Azure remains at the forefront of cloud technology innovation.

Reflecting on Microsoft Build 2024

"Microsoft Build was another successful event organized by Microsoft, which provides us, as a long-term Microsoft partner, the opportunity to be at the forefront of technological advancements and better serve our clients with the latest Microsoft technologies." - Nikita Kozlov, VP for Cloud Technology

As a Microsoft Solutions and Azure Consulting Partner, DataArt has extensive expertise with the Microsoft stack. We are ready to assist companies interested in exploring the innovations announced during Microsoft Build. With 26 years of experience in the market and over 30 global offices, DataArt helps clients from various industries create custom software solutions that enhance their operations and unlock new market opportunities.

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