Exciting Session Recap: Hacking Azure AI with André Melancia!

Greetings to all #CloudMarathoner community members!

Last week, we had an exhilarating session with a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), André M.D. Melancia – who shared his invaluable insights on Hacking Azure AI.

meet our Speaker

Our dynamic speaker, André, is a seasoned Developer, DBA, and security consultant with a wealth of hands-on experience. He is dedicated to helping organizations thrive. This demo-driven session was a must-attend for developers, data engineers, data scientists, and security consultants eager to learn about the security aspects of using Generative AI in their daily work.

Highlights from the Session

André captivated us with his demonstrations of exploits and security recommendations for various tools, including ChatGPT. He provided practical advice on avoiding mistakes that could expose your projects or organizations to cyber threats.

Demos on Azure AI Foundry

Our speaker incorporated interesting demos on Azure AI Foundry services, including an explanation of different AI models, Chat playground with examples on how to create filters and block specific types of content.

AI Application Workflow Demos

Another interesting demo is on a typical AI services application that are used in application where an application is using Azure AI services to return responses. This demo screenshot below emphasis a need for protection and/or filtering before returning results back to the requester application – which an end-user or cybercriminal may exploit with your AI system data.

Watch the Recorded Session

If you missed the live session or want to revisit the insights shared, check out the full recording on our Cloud Lunch and Learn YouTube channel. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in Azure AI security!

Summer Skills Challenge to Level Up with Microsoft AI Skills Challenge!

Hello #CloudMarathoner friend!!!

Did you know that the Microsoft Learn AI 🚀 Skills Challenge starts on September 24th. You will have a couple of weeks till November 1st to complete this challenge. You will learn the advanced AI technology with the following six curated topics designed to elevate your skills.

Registration

The registration details are detailed in this website 👉 https://lnkd.in/eGt97_cd

Once you register and complete the challenge, you’ll receive a 📛 digital badge via email to add to your Microsoft Learn profile 😍

What are the Challenges?

You have the following 6 challenges to choose from #Microsoft AI Skills Challenges event:

1️⃣ Introduction to Azure AI and Document Intelligence
Unlock the potential of your data! With hands-on experience in the foundations of Azure AI, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation by crafting intelligent document processing solutions that set you apart.

2️⃣ Build Intelligent Apps with Microsoft Azure
Explore cloud-native intelligent app development using AI and cloud-scale data. Engage in hands-on learning experiences and collaborative activities to get started with Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure OpenAI.

3️⃣ Build and extend copilots with Microsoft Copilot Studio
Get started creating conversational AI solutions with Microsoft Copilot Studio and create Copilot Studio actions that extend the knowledge and capabilities of Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365.

4️⃣ Microsoft Fabric
Accelerate your career as a data analytics professional! Connect, ingest, store, analyze, and report on data with Microsoft Fabric while preparing for Exam DP-600 and your future as a Microsoft Certified Fabric Analytics Engineer.

5️⃣ Accelerate Developer Productivity with GitHub and Azure for Developers Build all the skills you need to start coding in the cloud with GitHub Copilot! GitHub Copilot can help you understand code from others, create documentation, debug problems, and upskill in new technologies.

6️⃣ Secure your data in the age of AI
Gain hands-on experience in utilizing Microsoft technologies—including Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Copilot for Security—to effectively manage, protect, and govern sensitive information in AI-driven environments.

Call to Action

Now, you are well informed to take your AI Skills into next level with this challenge. What are you waiting for?
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