Microsoft at TechCon365 – Washington, D.C. (August 12-16, 2024)

“This was by far the most robust, wide ranging, and useful collection of content I’ve ever had delivered through a conference. Next time I attend, I’ll definitely be bringing my colleagues!”

– Previous TechCon365 attendee (Note to future attendees: Bring your colleagues. :))

Join Microsoft, MVPs and the best community in tech for TechCon365 – D.C. | August 12-16, 2024 | TechCon365.com/DC. Graphic: A collage of all the Microsfot speakers presenting in Washington, D.C.

• What: TechCon365 – D.C.
  
  • Register today |Use the MSCMTY discount code to save $200 USD off registration.
    

  [*]Content: 1 Microsoft keynote + 1 AMA || 140 overall sessions – 52 Microsoft-led sessions (review all Microsoft-led sessions) | 25 full-day workshops

  • Microsoft is sending over 30+ product makers to present and engage.
    
  • Review all sessions + agenda view, workshops, and their full speaker lineup.
    

  [*]When & where: August 12-16, 2024

  • In-person: Washington, D.C. – Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    

  [*]Twitter & hashtag: @TechCon365 | #TechCon365

  [*]Cost: $850 - $2,775 (Learn more about ticket pricing options) – Use our MSCMTY code to get a $200.00 USD discount.

At TechCon365 – D.C., a Microsoft 365 Conference & Power Platform Conference, the subject matter is divided into tracks and each session is designated for beginner, intermediate, advanced or expert.

• Explore the latest in Microsoft 365 and AI innovations.
  
• Amp up your expertise with Power Platform insights.
  
• Network with top industry leaders and IT pros.
  
• Acquire actionable knowledge to elevate your career.
  

With 2 optional days of workshops and a 3-day conference, you can choose from over 130 sessions in multiple tracks and 25 workshops presented by Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Power Platform, Microsoft Teams, Viva, Azure, Copilot & AI's top experts! Whether you are new to Microsoft 365, Power Platform and SharePoint or an experienced power user, admin or developer, TechCon365 has content designed to fit your experience level and area of interest.

See how the Microsoft 365, SharePoint Power Platform, Azure, and AI ecosystem is growing and evolving by speaking with technical experts from the local Microsoft field and diverse channels within the Microsoft Partner Network - all in our exhibit hall (25 sponsors).

[HEADING=1]Microsoft keynotes, sessions, and workshops: Copilot/AI, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Viva, Power Platform, D&I, and related technology[/HEADING]

Microsoft keynote, Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA), and inspiring Diversity & Inclusion meetup

Hear from Microsoft leadership revealing the latest innovations shaping the flexible, innovative, and secure business environments of the future. Plus, a unique opportunity to ask your questions. [all times listed in EDT]

• Microsoft 365 keynote: “Thriving in the era of AI”
  
  • Presenter: Karuana Gatimu, Principal PM Manager – Microsoft 365 Community and Adoption Group, Microsoft
    
  • Date/Time: Wednesday, August 14th, 8:30am – 9:40am EDT
    
  • Location: Ballroom A
    

TechCon365 - D.C. opening keynote with Karuana Gatimu: "Thriving in the era of AI."

• Microsoft AMA
  
  • Panelists: Karuana Gatimu, Bob Ward, Pat Mahoney, Naomi Moneypenny, and Kristi Kelly
    
  • Date/time: Wednesday, August 14th, 1:10pm – 2:20pm EDT
    

• Location: Ballroom B
  
  

• “Women in Tech and Allies Meetup”
  
  • Panelists: Karuana Gatimu, Kristi Kelly, Tiffany Lee, Naomi Moneypenny, and Rima Reyes
    
  • Date/time: Thursday, August 15th, 4:20pm – 5:30pm
    
  • Location: Room 207A
    

Register today | Note: Use the MSCMTY discount code to save $200 USD off registration.

Take the opportunity to select the sessions best suited for your role and interests. All breakouts bring product updates, demos, customer stories, best practices, and insights into product and solution strategy – including guidance on the future.

And find us in the Community Zone – A place to connect with Microsoft MVPs, MCM, Microsoft Regional Directors, and user group leaders via Ask the Experts tables and in the Community Lounge when you can pick up some laptop stickers and learn more about community programs in the Exhibit Hall.

[HEADING=1]TechCon365 | Microsoft-led breakout sessions and workshops[/HEADING]

It is crucial to ensure your organization is technically ready for the full potential of Copilot for Microsoft 365. The sessions below focus on technical readiness and ensuring you have the latest guidance. Our experts will share best practices and provide guidance on how to leverage AI and to maximize the benefits of Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Microsoft Fabric throughout your organization. Note: All breakout sessions are 70 minutes.

Copilot and AI

• “The Art of Prompt Engineering in M365 Copilot” with Michelle Gilbert
  
• “Technical Readiness for Copilot for Microsoft 365” with Ben Summers
  
• “The AI Enabled Agency” with Kevin Tupper
  
• “Empowering US Federal Agencies with Microsoft Copilot: A Roadmap to AI Democratization” with Steve Winward and Jay Leask
  
• “Citizens Services and Generative AI - A new way to engage!” with Dave Bailey and Daniel Cox
  
• “Protect at the speed and scale of AI with Microsoft Copilot for Security” with Rick Engle
  
• “Securing the Future: AI-Enhanced Cybersecurity in Federal Agencies” with Brian Trich
  
• “Copilot Extensibility: Updates from Microsoft Build” with Bob German
  
• “Getting Started Making Copilots with Assistants, Graph, and AI Search” with Fabian Williams and Doug Ware
  
• “Learning Hack: Building Smarter Skilling with Copilot” with Tom Resing and Paul Stubbs
  
• “Bring your business data into Microsoft Copilot with Plugins and Connectors” with Bob German
  
• WORKSHOP | “Building Generative AI Applications: GPTs, Copilots, and Chatbots” with Doug Ware and Fabian Williams
  

Microsoft 365

• “Delivering User Satisfaction and Adoption Practices for Microsoft 365” with Karuana Gatimu
  
• “How Microsoft Federal Supports the US Government” with Jason Payne and Karuana Gatimu
  
• “The Future of Your Intranet: Beautiful, flexible and AI ready powered by SharePoint” with Katelyn Helms
  
• “Unlock SharePoint Premium content services by connecting Azure Pay-as-you-go billing” with Tom Resing
  
• “Teams Emergency Operations Center - Modernizing communications in critical incidents” with Tiffany Lee and Josh Leporati
  
• “What’s New for Microsoft 365 Admins” with Josh Leporati
  
• “Top 10 best practices every admin should be doing in Microsoft 365” with Michelle Gilbert
  
• “Managing Change in a Microsoft World! Office 365 Governance and Change Management” with Michelle Gilbert
  
• “Mastering Microsoft Lists” Tiffany Lee and Josh Leporati
  
• “New Planner: Unifying Task Management in Microsoft Teams” with Alexander Lahuerta
  
• “Building Multi-tenant apps for Microsoft 365” with Bob German and Julie Turner
  
• “Introduction to the Microsoft Graph” with Fabian Williams
  
• “Unlock Third Party or Line of Business Data using Graph Connectors and Copilot “ with Fabian Williams
  
• WORKSHOP | “Ultimate guide to administering M365 and Teams” with Michelle Gilbert
  

Microsoft Viva

• “What's new and next for Microsoft Viva” with Kristi Kelly
  
• “Getting started with Viva Amplify” with Naomi Moneypenny
  
• “AI in Viva Engage for communications and knowledge management” with Kristi Kelly
  

Power Platform

• “Power Platform and Dynamics 365 in the Federal Government” with Brendon Colburn
  
• “Better Together: Azure + Power Platform in the Federal Government” with Jamie Willis-Rose, Chris Boretos, and Ruth Delaney
  
• “Securing and governing the Power Platform at scale” with Ken Aguillard
  
• “Have you met your new Trainer? - AI as a learning tool in the Power Platform” with Craig Harris
  
• “To Build or Buy: Case Management in Dynamics 365 or Power Apps” with Jamie Willis-Rose
  
• “Modernizing Paper Form Processing with Power Platform and AI” with Jamie Willis-Rose and Sunny Eltepu
  
• “Build enterprise web sites with Power Pages” with Meera Mahabala
  
• “Dataverse Virtual Tables - Build a Custom Provider” with Jim Novak
  

Microsoft Fabric and Power BI

• “Threads of Innovation: A Comprehensive Overview of Microsoft Fabric” with Pat Mahoney
  
• “Unify your data with OneLake and Microsoft Fabric” with Matt Basile
  
• “Ingest, Transform, and Act in Real-Time with Microsoft Fabric” with Tzvia Gitlin Troyna
  
• “Connect to your M365 Data with Microsoft Fabric and Microsoft Graph Data Connect” with John White and Jason Himmelstein
  
• “Getting Started with SQL, AI, and Microsoft Fabric” with Bob Ward
  
• “Deep Dive on Power BI, Teams and SharePoint” with John White and Jason Himmelstein
  
• “Healthcare Virtual Data Tables” with Jim Novak
  
• “Power BI Analytics at Scale with Microsoft Fabric” with John White and Jason Himmelstein
  
• “There's No Time Like the Present - Real Time Reporting with Power BI” with John White and Jason Himmelstein
  
• “Protect and Manage Your Enterprise Data Effectively at Scale for safeguarding AI-enabled application” with Mihaela Blenda
  
• “Security and Compliance in Microsoft Fabric” with Rick Xu
  
• WORKSHOP | “Everything You Wanted to Know About Power BI... but were afraid to ask!” with John White and Jason Himmelstein
  

A subset of Microsoft speakers who will present content designed for federal government interests.

A subset of Microsoft speakers who will present content on Microsoft Fabric and Power BI.

Register today | Note: Use the MSCMTY discount code to save $200 USD off registration.

[HEADING=1]Get the most out of TechCon365: Our top five tips while attending[/HEADING]

1. Introduce yourself | Unique perspectives await, including yours.
   
2. Attend as much as you can | Laptops down, eyes open – depth learning, tips, and tricks abound.
   
3. Share what you know |Your knowledge saves time – pay it forward.
   
4. Ask questions, share feedback | Your issues and ideas Inform us and influence the roadmap.
   
5. Hydrate and dress for steps | Keep the brain healthy and mind active.
   
6. BONUS | Update your LinkedIn profile and photo | Best reflect your professional experience and growing technical aptitude.
   

[HEADING=1]Learn more[/HEADING]

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I hope you will join us in D.C. for what will be a fantastic week “near the capitol”! We’re looking forward to the action alongside the community, MVPs, and Microsoft product members from Copilot, Teams, Office, SharePoint, OneDrive, Loop, Viva, Power Platform, Lists, Planner, and more.

Remember, use the discount code MSCMTY discount code to save $200 USD off your conference registration. Register today!

Last, a glimpse of the TechCon365 event experience:

Cheers,

Karuana Gatimu and Heather Cook

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