Videos
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Building AI Agent Workflows with Semantic Kernel
Authored by Microsoft Developer, this video covers building practical AI agents and workflows with Semantic Kernel and Azure AI Foundry, including a demo of SemantiClip.
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Choosing Your First AI Application
In this article, John Savill’s Technical Training provides a comprehensive overview for organizations considering their first AI workload. The author covers essential preparation steps, example use cases, considerations around business value and data, technical feasibility, ethics, and risk minimization, with a focus on Microsoft’s Azure ecosystem. Readers will gain practical insights to make informed decisions about adopting AI in their organizations.
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Azure Update - 18th July 2025
In this roundup by John Savill’s Technical Training, key Microsoft Azure updates and new video content are featured. John walks through topics such as PowerShell Durable Functions, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) enhancements, Cosmos DB integrations, Databricks connections, Azure AI changes, and backup improvements. Readers are also informed about community resources, learning paths, and best practices for Azure development and operations.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) for Everyone!
In this comprehensive video guide, John Savill offers beginners a clear introduction to artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and related technologies. The article outlines video chapters covering key concepts such as supervised and unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, generative AI, LLMs, neural networks, and agents. John also directs viewers to a wealth of resources for further self-paced Azure learning, certifications, DevOps, and more. He emphasizes the importance of seeking community support and provides tips for maximizing learning via auto-translation features. This guide is ideal for anyone wanting to understand the foundations of AI and ML while leveraging Microsoft technologies for continuous growth.
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Microsoft Security Copilot Entra Update and Conditional Access Agent
In this article, John Savill explores significant new enhancements to Microsoft Security Copilot for Entra, focusing on the updated user experience, improved integration through conditional access agents, and the new natural language to graph capability. Savill provides hands-on demonstrations and detailed walkthroughs, offering security and IT professionals a clear view of the tool’s latest features and practical use cases. If you’re looking for how Microsoft is leveraging AI in enterprise identity and security, this overview is for you.
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Azure Update - 11th July 2025
In this brief update, John Savill from John Savill’s Technical Training provides highlights of the latest developments in Azure and cloud infrastructure. He discusses recent video content, policy changes due to channel growth, and directs users to external forums for technical questions.
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MCP or A2A
In this article, John Savill’s Technical Training investigates whether developers need to choose between the MCP or A2A protocols—or if both are necessary—when architecting AI solutions.
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.NET MAUI Community Standup - Blazor for Mobile with AI? Here's how.
In this article, dotnet highlights Beth Massi’s walkthrough on augmenting a web app with native mobile capabilities and AI integration. Using Blazor and .NET MAUI, along with Microsoft’s Azure AI Foundry, Massi showcases how to bring AI and platform-specific enhancements to cross-platform applications. The article also features contributions from David Ortinau and provides links for deeper community engagement.
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Azure Update - 27th June 2025
In this Azure update video, John Savill highlights the latest changes across several Azure services and shares important channel announcements affecting viewers.
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How to Connect Copilot Studio Agents with Semantic Kernel for Smarter AI
In this article, authored by Learn Microsoft AI, you’ll discover how to integrate Microsoft Copilot Studio agents with Semantic Kernel to create smarter and more dynamic AI-powered workflows. The piece guides both beginners and experienced users through all the necessary steps, from setting up Azure App Registration and permissions to practical coding in Visual Studio, and finishes with troubleshooting advice. Whether you’re just starting with Copilot Studio or looking to unlock new real-world capabilities through external integrations, this article provides a comprehensive roadmap.
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AI Challenger | Loft Orbital - Building Smarter Satellites with AI
In this video, Microsoft Cloud highlights Lucas Brémond from Loft Orbital, who demonstrates the transformative impact of AI on satellite operations and resource efficiency.
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Azure Update - 6th June 2025
In this week’s update, John Savill’s Technical Training explores the latest Microsoft Azure changes, from Azure Files NFS support and database upgrades to an AI managed network RBAC enhancement and CrowdStrike-mapped threat actor naming. John points viewers to a rich set of Azure learning resources, recommends alternative venues for support, and provides a structured summary of the major technical topics discussed. The article is a helpful reference for cloud practitioners interested in staying current with weekly Azure developments.
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Step-by-Step - Deploy MCP Server to Azure & Connect with Semantic Kernel
Authored by Learn Microsoft AI, this tutorial provides a hands-on walkthrough for deploying an MCP (Model Context Protocol) Server on Microsoft Azure. It demonstrates how to connect your server using Semantic Kernel and build scalable, intelligent applications with modern AI tools. Ideal for AI enthusiasts, developers, and those working with Semantic Kernel.
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Azure Update - 30th May 2025
In this weekly Azure update, John Savill’s Technical Training shares a comprehensive roundup of recent Azure service enhancements, ranging from App Service and Azure Firewall to Cosmos DB and API Management improvements. The episode highlights new Azure AI Foundry features, discusses logging, authentication, and integration upgrades, and provides viewers with guidance on accessing learning resources. John also explains how viewers can find content on specific topics and provides suggestions for community support.
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MCP with Azure and GitHub
This video demonstrates GitHub Copilot’s MCP with Azure and GitHub feature. Empower Agent Mode with extra context and capabilities by supercharging it with MCP servers. See how you can bring in extra information from Azure resources to add extra information to creating GitHub issues.
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Customer Chats - Chris Quinn from Fujitsu at Microsoft Ignite 2024
Microsoft Events hosts an interview with Chris Quinn from Fujitsu, offering expert insights into AI, Azure, DevOps, and cloud security, as discussed at Microsoft Ignite 2024.
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Microsoft Agent SDK - Exploring Semantic Kernel Agent SDK
In this article, Learn Microsoft AI introduces the Microsoft 365 Agents SDK, a developer toolkit designed for building secure, full-stack, multichannel agents across Microsoft 365 platforms. The SDK streamlines agent development for Teams, Copilot Studio, Webchat, and even integrates with third-party messaging services. Highlighting its broad AI integration capabilities, the article touches on how developers can leverage Azure AI and Semantic Kernel to create enterprise-ready, intelligent solutions.