Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Room 345-346

Power BI Bootcamp for SharePoint Professionals

NOTE: YOU WILL NEED A COMPUTER WITH THE LATEST VERSION OF POWER BI DESKTOP INSTALLED PRIOR TO WORKSHOP TIME. THIS IS A HANDS ON BOOTCAMP.

Need to create stunning dashboards from your SharePoint data?

Yes, you do!

In this bootcamp, we’ll show you: • How should I approach my BI need? • What things should be considered when creating dashboards? • What are the best practices? • How much is this going to cost me to license? • What security aspects should concern me?

Who should take this course: If your company uses Office 365 or SharePoint 2013/2016 and you are a: • Manager • Business Analyst • Power User • SharePoint Administrator • Consultant

If you work in these areas, you will see value: • Marketing • Information Technology • Finance • Sales • Social Media

The class assumes no prior knowledge of Power BI and Data Concepts.

What is required for this class: Install Microsoft Power BI Desktop on your laptop We'll provide an Office 365 site for you to use for exercises

In this workshop you will: • Learn how to create Production Dashboards using Power BI, from SharePoint list and document library data • How to use Power BI in a multitude of situations, including ad hoc analysis and the creation of formal dashboard. • Learn the Power BI components: Power BI Desktop, PowerBI.com, Power BI mobile applications and how they can be used with Office 365 and SharePoint • Receive an introduction into the core functions of Power BI; Data extraction, loading and transformation using Power Query Formula Language (“M”) and DAX. • Receive some guidelines on how to extract Project data in fast manner. • Discover some data modeling practices that will ensure you have maximum flexibility in analysis. You'll also learn some visualization best practices to ensure you can tell your digital story effectively • Learn best practices for maintaining content with your organization

This workshop provides an end-to-end view of Power BI for SharePoint reporting, so that you are able to use Power BI immediately for your needs.

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Room 431

Azure, ChatGPT, Azure OpenAI For Power Platform Developers Masterclass

Gartner predicts, “by 2024, over 65% of medium to large enterprises will have adopted a Low Code Application Platform as one of their strategic application platforms.” Microsoft Power Platform is a low-code platform for rapidly building customized end-to-end business solutions. It consists of five product areas: Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Copilot Studio, and Power Pages. Each area can be used individually or together. Thanks to native integration with Azure, developers can use their cloud development skills to extend Microsoft Power Platform with different Azure services. With a low-code integrated development approach, business goals can be achieved faster and free up time for the developers.

In this hands-on workshop, we will cover how to use Azure for custom development in Microsoft Platform services like Power Automate, Power Apps, Power Pages, Copilot Studio, Dataverse, and Power BI.

We will cover: • Microsoft Azure Key Concepts • How does Power Platform use Azure? • How can fusion teams take advantage of Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Power Platform? • Authentication and Authorization in Azure • Azure + Power Automate • Azure + Power Apps • Azure + Power Pages • Azure + Copilot Studio • Azure + Power BI • Azure + Dataverse • PowerFx • Copilots in the Power Platform • Azure OpenAI + Power Platform • ChatGPT + Power Platform • Custom Connectors in Power Platform • What are Azure Functions? • What are Logic Apps? • What is Azure Bot Service? • How to create an enterprise-grade app using Azure, ChatGPT, Azure OpenAI, and Microsoft Power Platform?

At the end of the workshop, attendees will have a working knowledge of Azure, Azure OpenAI, and how to use it to implement the customizations in the Microsoft Power Platform.

Access to Azure, Azure Open AI, and Microsoft Power Platform ( Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, and Power BI ) will be provided to create the customization. The target audience of this hands-on workshop is Developers, Power Users, and IT Pros who want to get into development.

Please note: Attendees will need to bring their laptops with internet access and modern browsers like Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. The tablets will not work.

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Room 432

Best Practices for Intranet Information Architecture: the key to unlocking AI’s full potential

In this workshop, we will explore the basics of Information Architecture (IA) and its role in creating effective intranets using Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Viva Connections. We’ll talk about why IA is so important to AI – and how you can ensure that your intranet content can act as a valuable partner in your AI solutions. Whether you are just starting out or looking to improve your current intranet design, this workshop will provide you with the necessary tools and techniques to make the most of new and upcoming features, capabilities, and best practices.

We'll cover key topics including creating and organizing content, building site structures, creating metadata, and leveraging search functionality.

You will take away:

• Approaches for planning navigation across the entire intranet and on individual sites
• Tips and best practices for audiences, hubs, and home sites
• Page design guidance that supports accessibility and great user experiences
• Effective use of metadata on pages and documents – and whether it is OK to use folders to organize your content.
• How to leverage Viva Connections to bring your intranet to your users in the flow of work – and how to plan audiences to ensure that the right tools and information gets to the right groups.
• How Copilot can help your information architecture and vice versa.

You'll leave with a clear understanding of what IA is, why it matters, and how to get started with creating effective intranets that meet your organization's needs.

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Room 433-434

Power Apps and Power Automate (Flow) for M365/SharePoint Bootcamp

Work through common business use cases to see how Power Apps and Power Automate - with their Copilot capabilities - fit into your toolset extending M365, SharePoint, Lists, and Teams and more.

This intro workshop will cover platform basics, dig in with demos, and then let you "take the wheel" walking through hands-on examples to build a solution as we work through the day building on top of Microsoft Lists.

Attend this workshop to get a foothold with the Power Platform. Gain the skills you'll need to immediately extend List capabilities and start customizing your Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Teams sites with Power Apps and Power Automate.

You'll learn about the different types of Flows that can be used with Power Automate and will create basic Flows yourself. Then, see how Flows integrate with Power Apps you've built and the list data behind them. Your instructors will be there to assist throughout the day with your questions.

Notes and Requirements: To participate in the hands-on portion of this workshop, attendees should bring a laptop computer. Attendees who bring tablets, even with keyboards, will likely experience difficulties in successfully completing the labs.

We will be using Power Apps, Power Automate, Microsoft Lists, Teams, SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 components in our labs. Attendees are encouraged to setup trial environments prior to attending. Instructions will be made available.

If you will be using a company-provided laptop and will not be using your corporate tenant, please verify that you are able to connect to the Microsoft 365 environment that you will be using prior to arrival.

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Room 435-436

SharePoint: Zero to Hero

If you are new to SharePoint, this is your workshop. We will start at the beginning with, “What is this thing you call SharePoint?” and then go step-by-step to “Now I can build basic business solutions.” Everything we do during this session will be in SharePoint Online, but also works for On-Premises environments. No Code.

Here’s what we will cover:  1.            What is SharePoint 2.            Getting around SharePoint 3.            How to build and use a solution for your business needs 4.            Discover what metadata is and how it can help 5.            How to make sure the right people have the right access to the right things at the right time 6.            Create a one-stop-shop with a custom page

At the end of this workshop, you will have the information needed to create simple solutions using the tools provided by SharePoint without waiting for IT to build it for you. Buckle up. We’ve got a lot to cover.

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Room 442

Build Your Skills: Microsoft 365 Essentials for Beginners

Unlock the power of Microsoft 365 in this comprehensive workshop tailored for beginners. Delve into the core components of OneDrive, SharePoint, and Teams, understanding their distinct roles and how they work in tandem to boost productivity. We'll explore key functionalities like document co-authoring, file sharing, managing access, and the unique document lifecycle within these platforms.

Along the way, learn to navigate the diverse terrain of other Microsoft 365 apps including Outlook, Planner, and To Do, enhancing both individual and team productivity. Understand the nuances of choosing the right tool for the right task, be it OneDrive for personal document management, SharePoint for organizational content, or Teams for collaborative projects. Attendees are encouraged to use their own devices and accounts to follow along, ensuring a comprehensive grasp of navigating and using Microsoft 365's capabilities confidently for effective communication and collaboration.

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Room 443-444

Automation Accelerator: Power Automate Bootcamp - From Basics to Brilliance

This workshop is for beginners and I will cover a range of topics to help participants understand and utilize Power Automate effectively. Here are some key topics:

Introduction to Power Automate:

Overview of Power Automate and its capabilities. Understanding the different types of flows (cloud flows, desktop flows, business process flows). Creating Your First Flow

Step-by-step guide to creating a simple automated workflow. Using templates to get started quickly. Working with Connectors:

Connecting to various data sources and services. Using standard and premium connectors. Building Advanced Flows:

Using conditions, loops, and variables. Integrating with other Microsoft services like SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Setting up error handling in your flows. Monitoring and troubleshooting flows. Best Practices and Governance:

Tips for designing efficient and maintainable flows. Understanding governance and security considerations. Hands-on Labs and Exercises:

Practical exercises to apply what you've learned. Building real-world automation scenarios.

These topics provide a comprehensive overview and hands-on experience with Power Automate, enabling participants to automate and optimize their business processes effectively

Tuesday 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM · Room 442

Use the SharePoint Framework to develop apps & customize SharePoint & Viva Connections

The SharePoint Framework (SPFx) is Microsoft's recommended way to customize and extend your SharePoint site and Viva Connections.

Whether you're an experienced SharePoint developer or new to the platform, this half-day workshop is perfect for you. You'll learn how to set up your development workstation for SPFx and discover how to create web parts, UX extensions, and Adaptive Card Extensions (ACEs) for Viva Connections. We'll also cover working with SharePoint lists, libraries, and Microsoft Graph data.

By the end of the workshop, you'll understand the full range of possibilities for your next SharePoint customization project. And if you're using SharePoint Server on-premises (2016, 2019, or Subscription Edition) rather than SharePoint Online? Don't worry—we'll cover what's possible in each version!

Feel free to sit back and learn or bring your laptop to build your own SPFx solutions. Everyone will walk away with all the resources used and created throughout the workshop!

Tuesday 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM · Room 447-448

Dataverse Bootcamp for M365 Makers

Dataverse, Dataverse, Dataverse… You've heard about it but haven't checked it out yet. Now's the time. Adding Dataverse is an investment in time, skills, and licensing. Know when to engage and what to expect.

• Learn what Dataverse is and where it fits in the maker toolset.
• Cover what the differences are between Dataverse, Microsoft Lists, and other data sources and talk through some of the 'what to use when' considerations as Lists solution builders integrate with and shift to Power Platform tools.
• Get a perspective on the maker skills needed when using Dataverse and how to get started in your organization.

Using Trial accounts and Developer Plans, attendees will get a hands-on look at Creating Dataverse tables, relationships, forms, and more. With Dataverse as a data source, we'll also do a quick compare of model-driven vs. canvas Power Apps.

Tuesday 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM · Room 340-342

AI Literacy Workshop for those new to AI

Drive real results in your organization by mastering AI basics.

"...those who are trained to use AI are up to 19 times as likely to report that AI is improving their productivity." Workforce Index Study 2024, Slack.

BUSINESS FOCUSED This session is tailored for mid-level managers, decision-makers from Marketing, HR, Operations, IT, and other business leaders.

Many are struggling with AI ​A recent study from Slack showed that core AI literacy is a blocker for many AI projects. This webinar prepares you for the AI journey ahead, addressing topics like:

• Lack of Clarity on AI's Practical Impact. Many organizations still struggle to understand impactful AI use cases beyond initial experiments.

• Concerns Around Bias and Privacy. Issues related to biases and data security are major barriers for broader AI adoption.

• Integration Into Existing Processes. Difficulty in smoothly

• Integrating AI into current workflows without major disruptions.

• Skepticism and Resistance. Employees and leaders often have mixed feelings, ranging from fear of job loss to skepticism about AI's capabilities.

YOU'LL LEARN AI Fundamentals. Understand the core concepts and language of AI in an easy, accessible way. No technical jargon needed.

Types of AI and how are they used

• Old habit of search vs new habit of conversation with AI
• Prompting and the 8 different forms
• Understanding the difference between training, fine tuning, and grounding and why you should care ​ AI Planning Basics. Find out the six areas in which you should review before proceeding with an AI project. No one wants to have an AI disaster.

Real-World Applications. Learn practical AI use cases that can be applied to your role or business right away.

Live Q&A. Get direct access to the instructor to answer your specific questions during the live session.

WHAT OTHERS SAID ABOUT THIS WORKSHOP "Treb was very knowledgeable and provided great insight on the past and future of AI"

"Great guidance on best practices as we are looking at launching Copilot"

Tuesday 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM · Room 437-439

How to Maximize Your Intranet Potential with Out-of-the-Box Features in Microsoft 365 and SharePoint

Microsoft 365 is packed with powerful tools and features for building an effective intranet. But with so many options, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. In this presentation, we'll take a deep dive into the "out-of-the-box" features of SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 and show you how to leverage them to build an intranet that meets your organization's unique needs. From creating and organizing content with SharePoint to enhancing communication with Teams and Viva Engage, we'll cover everything you need to get started, including newer capabilities like the Brand Center and Copilot Agents for SharePoint. By the end of the workshop, you'll have a solid understanding of the key features of SharePoint Online and how to use them to build an intranet that helps your organization communicate, collaborate, and succeed. You will also understand what is possible “in the box” and where you may want to invest in third party solutions or custom development.

Tuesday 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM · Room 442

Develop enterprise web apps for Microsoft Teams and enhance employee productivity

Did you know you can use your existing web development skills to create apps for Microsoft Teams? Is your experience of customizing Teams limited to Power Apps and do you want to leverage those web dev skills to build more powerful solutions? If so, then this half-day workshop is perfect for you!

You'll get started building apps for Microsoft Teams using the Teams Toolkit (TTK) for VS Code and learn what's possible through lots of demos! We'll create custom tabs for channels, personal apps, and modal dialogs, learn how to leverage single-sign-on (SSO), call external services such as Microsoft Graph, and even extend conversations with action & search-based message extensions.

But that's not all! You'll learn how these apps can be used across Microsoft 365 apps, including SharePoint Online, and Outlook, and even how they're the basis for customizing & extending Microsoft 365 Copilot!

Feel free to sit back and learn or bring your laptop to build your own MS Teams apps! Everyone will walk away with all the resources used and created throughout the workshop!

Tuesday 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM · Room 447-448

Copilot Studio 101

With ChatGPT, other large language models and generative AI have caught the attention of global consumers, enterprises, and c-suite. Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella Says Microsoft is THE Copilot company. With the adoption of Copilots increasing at a rapid space, there is an exponential rise in the demand for custom copilots.

Microsoft Copilot Studio lets you create powerful AI-powered copilots for a range of requests—from providing simple answers to common questions to resolving issues requiring complex conversations. Engage with customers and employees in multiple languages across websites, mobile apps, Facebook, Microsoft Teams, or any channel supported by the Azure Bot Framework.

In this demo-driven workshop, we will cover how organizations can use the new Microsoft Copilot Studio, ChatGPT, and Azure OpenAI services to build next-gen sophisticated enterprise-grade Copilots.

We will cover:

1. Microsoft Copilot Studio Key Concepts
2. Azure OpenAI Key Concepts
3. ChatGPT key concepts
4. How can fusion teams take advantage of Azure Open AI, ChatGPT, and Microsoft Copilot Studio?
5. Authentication in Microsoft Copilot Studio
6. Power Platform Custom Connectors
7. Best Practices
8. How organizations can use the new Microsoft Copilot Studio, ChatGPT, and Azure Open AI services to build next-gen sophisticated enterprise-grade Copilots?

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 345-346

Beginners Guide to Power BI

This session will provide you with the knowledge that you need to quickly become productive using Power BI.

You will be introduced to:

• Power BI licensing
• Power BI Components
• Using the Power BI Desktop app
• Using the Power BI Service
• How to create reports and dashboards
• Learning Resources

Don't have a Power BI license? You can start using Power BI for free!

Attend this demo-rich session and get started with Power BI!

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 421-422

5 Immediate Things You Can Do To Increase Microsoft 365 and Power Platform User Adoption

Struggling to get users fully engaged with your Microsoft 365 and Power Platform implementations? This session is your solution.

Discover 5 things to immediately boost adoption and usage of your Microsoft 365 and Power Platform environments by up to 3X. Learn from real-world strategies used by leading organizations worldwide to maximize their investment and drive true user engagement. If you want to see tangible results, don’t miss this session.

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 431

Build Solutions for Microsoft 365 with a Fluent API Library

For the most part, your imagination is the limit when it comes to extending the Microsoft 365 platform. Join me for a complete look at the PnPjs library, a collection of fluent libraries for consuming SharePoint and Microsoft Graph REST APIs that make building solutions 10x easier and faster. This free, open-source initiative, part of the Microsoft 365 & Power Platform Community can be used within the SharePoint Framework, NodeJS, or any JavaScript/TypeScript based project.

This session will cover using the library within the SharePoint Framework and Azure Functions NodeJS project. We'll cover: • How to get started, your project template, and establishing context • An overview of all the packages available and outline the ease of use • More advanced scenarios like batching and cross site execution.

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 423-424

Calendars! Calendars! Calendars!

With so many choices for calendars, it is hard to know which one to use for what.

In this session, we will explore the calendars offered by M365, when to use them, and how to make the most out of each type.

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 432

Build external-facing websites using Power Pages

Microsoft Power Pages is a secure, enterprise-grade, low-code software as a service (SaaS) platform for creating, hosting, and administering modern external-facing business websites. Power Pages provides you with rich, customizable templates, a fluid visual experience through a reimagined design studio, and a new, integrated learning hub to quickly build sites that suit your unique business needs.

We'll learn how to create powerful external-facing websites that allow users outside their organizations to sign in with a wide variety of identities, create and view data in Microsoft Dataverse, or even browse content anonymously.

Also, we'll learn to quickly create a website and customize it with pages, layout, and content.

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 433-434

Getting Started with Microsoft Power Automate

The Microsoft Productivity cloud is used by more than 300 million users daily - and is the productivity platform of choice for most enterprises in the world. Microsoft Power Automate, part of the Microsoft Power Platform is a business process automation tool that allows you to streamline and automate business processes. In this session you will learn foundational knowledge of Microsoft Power Automate. First, you will learn the basic terms and concepts of Microsoft Power Automate. Next, you will discover how to create your own cloud flows. Finally, you will learn how to create workflows that integrate with Microsoft Teams.

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 437-439

Empower Users with an Efficient Portal

In today's fast-paced and decentralized organizations, it is crucial to create spaces that enable users to work and collaborate efficiently. The wide range of solutions, including SharePoint, Viva Connections, Viva Engage, Teams, and Outlook, often leads to confusion about where to work.

This session aims to clarify the various offerings and discuss strategies for providing a portal that simplifies and addresses users' questions.

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 440-441

Getting Started with the SharePoint Framework (SPFx)

Are you a developer that is just getting started trying to customize SharePoint and Teams and don't know where to start?

In this introductory level session we will look at how to get started using the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) and some potential uses for it. We will learn about setting up a development environment, creating a new project, deploying and debugging, and resources to keep the learning going.

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 442

I've Got Microsoft Purview!... Now What?

When Microsoft Purview is discussed with organizations, it is usually in the context of Information Protection or Records Management. Sometimes, both are known as being part of Purview. But in reality, Microsoft Purview is so much more than just either of these features. Purview is a suite within the Microsoft 365 platform and provides several services to organizations that understand the power of the toolset.

Join David as he highlights, defines, and describes the many features of Microsoft Purview. You'll come away with a working knowledge of Purview and it's many parts. He'll explain the intended use of each feature and provide you with the knowledge you need to answer the question, now what?

Wednesday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 445-446

Enhancing Employee Experience with Microsoft Viva: A Comprehensive Overview

Microsoft Viva is an employee experience platform that brings together communications, knowledge, learning, resources, and insights. With Viva, foster a culture where people and teams are empowered to be their best from anywhere.

Microsoft Viva offers numerous benefits, its implementation should align with an organization's specific needs, goals, and strategies. The decision to adopt Microsoft Viva or any other platform should be based on a thorough assessment of the organization's requirements and the potential value it can bring. So, join me for this session and assess the following experiences which are important for an organization.

• VIVA Engage
• VIVA Connections
• VIVA Learning
• VIVA Insights
• VIVA Amplify
• VIVA Goals
• VIVA Glint
• VIVA Pulse

& Yes, we will see LIVE Demos.

Throughout the session, real-world case studies and best practices will be shared, showcasing how organizations are leveraging Microsoft Viva to transform their employee experience, drive business outcomes, and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market. Whether you are an HR professional, IT leader, or business executive, this session offers invaluable insights and actionable strategies for leveraging Microsoft Viva to unlock the full potential of your workforce and thrive in the digital age.

Wednesday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room 432

Boosting Team Efficiency: Easy Automation with Teams Workflows

Dive into the world of effortless automation as we explore how Microsoft Power Automate and Teams can transform your daily grind into a breeze. This session is about cutting the manual work and boosting efficiency, making it perfect for anyone looking to streamline their team's workflow. You will see real-life examples of how integrating Power Automate flows into Teams can automate the mundane tasks we all dread, like scheduling meetings, managing approvals, and even keeping track of project updates—all within the familiar space of your Teams channels.

Learn how to spot opportunities for automation in your day-to-day tasks, customize flows that fit your team's needs, and keep everything running smoothly. By the end of this session, you'll be armed with the know-how to make your team more connected and productive without breaking a sweat. Whether you're new to automation or looking to level up your Teams game, this presentation will show you the fun in functionality with Power Automate and Teams.

Wednesday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room 433-434

Seeking Your Approval: Using Approvals in Power Automate and Teams

With all of the emails piling up in your inbox and Teams chats pinging left and right, it can be easy to miss that quick, "Hey, does this look good?" question from a colleague. Using Microsoft Approvals can be a great way to have a concrete, separate place to collect those approvals. In this session, Lindsay will share: *How to build a variety of types of approvals in Power Automate *How to view those approvals in Microsoft Teams *Use cases for building processes around approvals

This session will enable audience members to build their own approval solutions, whether simple and straight-forward or complex and layered. Products: Power Automate, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook

Wednesday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room 440-441

What are Power BI Metrics?

In this session, you'll learn about Power BI Metrics and how they can be used in your organization to track the metrics that matter to you.

You'll learn about:

1. Scorecards
2. Goals
3. Check-ins
4. Target and Current values

Wednesday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room 445-446

Driving Successful Adoption of Microsoft 365 Copilot for SMBs

Join this session to learn about how small and medium businesses can drive successful adoption of Microsoft 365 Copilot. We will dive into the Copilot for SMBs Success Kit which includes adoption best practices, securing executive sponsorship, licensing and more!

Wednesday 2:00 PM - 3:10 PM · Room 432

From Chaos to Collaboration: Safe, Secure & Governed Microsoft Teams Collaboration and Meetings

Have you ever thought "My Teams environment is a mess and I need to clean it up!" or "My users don't really pay attention to how they run their Teams meetings even with sensitive topics"? Many organizations feel their Microsoft Teams environments are set up inconsistently and are not well governed or secured. As well, Microsoft Teams meetings have become a critical part of our day, every day, and its important to select the right controls and policies so that meetings are safe and secure. With the move to remote and hybrid work we saw an explosion of Teams usage and adoption! We know these methods of work are here to stay, and with that Teams usage and the number of Teams we have continues to grow. This makes the need for governance and security in Teams critical! In this session, we'll share common tips and best practices for conducting safe and secure Teams meetings. We'll also look at Teams Premium and what it provides to help run secure meetings. We'll show how to govern your Teams collaboration spaces, how to safely enable guest access, and how to secure sensitive data within Teams. Join us to learn how to move from chaos to safe, secure and well-governed Microsoft Teams collaboration!

Wednesday 2:00 PM - 3:10 PM · Room 433-434

Integrating Forms with Teams for Real-time Responses

Do you ever wonder what your Microsoft Team members are thinking or what their thoughts are on a specific topic or initiative? Microsoft Forms is a powerful and versatile tool that allows you to create surveys, quizzes, and polls that can be responded to by your Team members which allows you to view real-time responses from your participants. These results can then be exported to an Excel spreadsheet for additional analysis, and to generate some neat visual charts or graphs using Power BI.

In this session we are going to introduce and discuss the different types of uses for Forms, how to create a form on a Microsoft Teams channel, explore the configuration options for these forms, as well as how to export the results for use in other Microsoft products, like Power BI.

Wednesday 4:00 PM - 5:10 PM · Room 432

The Future of Meetings: Navigating Microsoft Teams Premium's Advanced Features

Step into the future of corporate communication with 'The Future of Meetings: Navigating Microsoft Teams Premium's Advanced Features'. This session is a deep dive into the world of Teams Premium, showcasing its cutting-edge features designed to transform your meeting experiences. We'll explore each feature in detail, discussing its practical applications and benefits for your organization. From setting up advanced meeting options to enhancing end-user engagement, you'll gain insights into the full spectrum of Teams Premium capabilities. Our hands-on demonstrations will guide IT Admins through the configuration process while providing business leaders and corporate communications professionals with a clear view of the user experience. Whether it's about facilitating seamless large-scale webinars or conducting interactive town halls, this session is your roadmap to mastering Microsoft Teams Premium. Join us to unlock the potential of next-generation meetings and propel your organizational communication into a new era of efficiency and engagement.

Thursday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 345-346

DataOps 101 – A Better Way to Develop and Deliver Data Analytics

Power BI has revolutionized the industry by accelerating our ability to deliver Data Analytics solutions. But how do we ensure the code we build is reliable and the data is produced in a timely and trustworthy manner? Enter DataOps, a better way to develop and deliver Data Analytics Solutions. In this session, I’ll cover the concept of DataOps, why it matters to Power BI, and the principles that can drive you to continuously improve.

Thursday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 421-422

20 Microsoft 365 Productivity Tips You Need To Know

In this engaging, informative, and rapid-fire session you will learn about 20 different Microsoft 365 productivity tips, with a focus on both personal and team productivity.

This session offers a light-hearted yet impactful exploration of practical tips and strategies to streamline your daily work. Covering many aspects of the Office and Microsoft 365 platform, attendees will walk away with actionable insights that you can immediately apply to boost your productivity.

Expect a fun, interactive experience with audience participation, where you'll walk away with two or three powerful tips that could transform how you work. Whether you’re looking to save time or improve team collaboration, this session will be packed with valuable takeaways.

Thursday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 431

Super Charge your Power Apps and Copilots and Agents with Power Fx

Power Fx is the low-code language that can be used across the Microsoft Power Platform. It's a general-purpose, strong-typed, declarative, and functional programming language. Citizen developers and Professional developers can use it to build business applications.

In this demo-drive session, we will cover the following topics in detail.

• What is Power Fx?
• What are Data Types?
• What are Operators and identifiers, Tables, Variables, Imperative logic, and Global support?
• How can we use Power Fx in Power Platform to build the business application?
• Power Fx Best Practices

Thursday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 435-436

Reasoning over non Microsoft 365 content in Microsoft 365 using Search and Copilot

Search in Microsoft 365 is currently limited to content that is stored natively in its tools, how can you add in your own business content to the search index?

In this discussion we will discuss the options for getting your content into the search system in Microsoft 365. We will cover hybrid scenarios and how to best leverage them in addition to some other strategies that will help get your content ready for Microsoft Search.

We will also be discussing Microsoft Graph Connectors that allow your content to be visible in Microsoft Search and Microsoft Copilot

Thursday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 437-439

Empowering corporate communications with Microsoft 365

Creating and delivering compelling and consistent corporate communications messages across multiple channels can be challenging, especially in the fast-paced and dynamic business environment. In this session, you will learn tips and best practices to improve internal communications. We will talk about new and emerging capabilities in SharePoint News and Viva Engage along with premium capabilities available with Viva Amplify and Copilot. Whether you’re a seasoned communicator or a curious novice, this session promises actionable insights, practical tips, and a dash of innovation.

Thursday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 440-441

Building Engaging Employee Experiences for Viva Connections using SPFx

In this introductory developer session, we will explore ways to develop engaging employee experiences using the extensibility model for Viva Connections. We will learn how to create Adaptive Card Extensions using SPFx. We will talk about some real world use cases and how to get started.

We will explore the technical components of creating your first Adaptive Card Extensions. We will look at more advanced concepts such as geolocation, data binding, as well as layout out options for your cards using the Adaptive Card Framework. You will walk away with a better understanding of how to get started extending Viva Connections and how to avoid some common pitfalls.

Thursday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 442

Mastering Microsoft 365 Copilot: Effective Prompting Techniques

In this session, we'll explore how to create effective prompts to maximize the potential of Microsoft 365 Copilot. Attendees will learn prompt engineering principles, focusing on crafting inputs that draw out the best responses from Copilot's language models. We'll cover tips for writing clear, specific, and context-rich prompts to guide Copilot in delivering precise and valuable results. Through interactive examples and exercises, we will go demonstrate useful prompts and responses for the M365 Apps, Teams, Whiteboard, Loop and Planner.

At the end of this session, attendees will have the skills to communicate effectively with Copilot, boosting their productivity and creativity in various tasks and projects.

Thursday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room 423-424

Become a Microsoft Teams Rockstar

Microsoft Teams is the ultimate hub for teamwork, blending flexibility with the power of the Microsoft Cloud to unify the best of Microsoft 365 in one collaborative workspace. It brings together people, conversations, files, and essential Office 365 apps, ensuring everyone has instant access to what they need for seamless collaboration.

But with powerful features come pressing questions. In this session, we’ll explore how to effectively plan, implement, and optimize Microsoft Teams for your organization. You’ll gain:

• A clear understanding of Microsoft Teams and its capabilities.
• Practical examples to help you get started or enhance your Teams journey.
• Best practices for managing diverse scenarios and organizational needs.
• Insights into how Viva, Loop, the Power Platform, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Dataverse integrate with Teams to supercharge productivity.

Whether you're just starting with Microsoft Teams or looking to elevate your deployment, this session provides an end-to-end roadmap for success. Prepare to navigate the full spectrum of possibilities, from setup to advanced collaboration strategies!

Thursday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room 432

Enhancing Collaboration with Microsoft Teams and Power Apps

Unlock the full potential of workplace collaboration by integrating Power Apps with Microsoft Teams. This session is tailored for IT professionals and power users interested in enhancing team dynamics by seamlessly embedding and publishing custom Power Apps directly into Microsoft Teams. Learn how to design and optimize custom applications that leverage the combined strengths of both platforms, such as streamlined communication workflows and centralized data access. Discover practical strategies and real-world examples to revolutionize team collaboration and productivity.

Thursday 11:40 AM - 12:50 PM · Room 440-441

SharePoint Premium - The future of AI powered content management

SharePoint Premium brings AI, automation, and added security to your content experiences, processing, and governance. SharePoint Premium delivers new ways to engage with your most critical content, managing and protecting it through its lifecycle. It also helps you maximize content value with security and structure – and prepare it for Copilot for Microsoft 365, the next-generation AI assistant that is transforming productivity.

We'll learn about some of the core features of SharePoint Premium such as Content experiences, Content processing and Content governance.

Thursday 2:00 PM - 3:10 PM · Room 421-422

Quick, Creative, and Compelling: Unleash Clipchamp to emPOWER! Your eLearning!

Join me as we explore Clipchamp's user-friendly interface and discover how to create, edit, and produce compelling videos without needing advanced editing skills. Whether you're preparing training materials, creating promotional content, or delivering tutorial videos, you'll leave equipped to integrate this powerful tool into your instructional toolkit.

• Create professional-looking video content tailored to their training needs.
• Streamline the video production process to save time while maintaining quality.
• Incorporate video as a tool to engage learners and communicate concepts effectively.
• Feel confident in using Clipchamp for both internal and external-facing video content, enhancing the overall impact of their training programs.

Join us to explore how Microsoft Clipchamp can transform your training materials and help you deliver content that captures and retains your audience’s attention!

Thursday 2:00 PM - 3:10 PM · Room 445-446

Cultivating Trust and Leadership Excellence: Strategies for Respect and Empathy in the Workplace

In this session, we will explore the pivotal role of respect, empathy, and kindness in fostering trust among team members within the workplace. Delving into practical strategies, we will address methods for cultivating a robust knowledge foundation in your domain, empowering team autonomy, fostering genuine communication, and exemplifying compassionate leadership. These nuanced approaches collectively serve as instrumental tools for aspiring toward excellence in leadership.

Thursday 4:00 PM - 5:10 PM · Room 423-424

OneNote Reimagined: A Comprehensive Guide to Modern Note-Taking

In this session, we'll dive into the consolidation of OneNote's two versions (Win10 and desktop) into a singular app. Get ready to rediscover OneNote with an array of useful tips, tricks, and practical business applications.

We'll explore the latest features and announcements, ensuring you're ahead of the curve with OneNote's advancements.

Additionally, we'll delve into a comparative analysis of OneNote with Microsoft's other productivity tools you might use for notes like Loop, Whiteboard, Wiki, To Do, and Sticky Notes.

This comprehensive overview will empower you to select the most suitable tool for every task, enhancing efficiency and productivity in your professional endeavors.

Thursday 4:00 PM - 5:10 PM · Room 437-439

Get Real Time User Behavior Analytics of Your Microsoft 365 Users

Curious about what's really going on with your Microsoft 365 users? Skip the unreliable surveys and dive into real-time behavioral analytics with the free Microsoft Clarity.

This session will reveal how to harness the power of Clarity's free tools to boost digital adoption. You'll learn to identify popular pages, dead clicks, rage clicks, and more, transforming these insights into actionable improvements for user training and support. By the end, you'll be equipped to use heat maps, session recordings, and dashboard insights to pinpoint where users struggle, ensuring your governance and compliance measures are both effective and user-friendly.

Don’t miss this opportunity to revolutionize your user support strategy.

Friday 9:00 AM - 10:10 AM · Room 431

Bringing Intelligence to SharePoint with Custom Agents

In this session, Daniel Christian, a Microsoft MVP and certified trainer will explore how intelligent agents can supercharge your SharePoint experience. You will learn how to build a SharePoint Agent that can enhance productivity, and provide tailored user support. Then decide when a customized agent is the right choice to meet unique business needs and how to weigh the benefits and limitations of out-of-the-box solutions versus custom-built agents. Gain practical insights and best practices to make informed decisions that drive value for your organization. Whether you're new to intelligent agents or looking to elevate your SharePoint capabilities, this session has something for everyone!

Friday 9:00 AM - 10:10 AM · Room 432

Build your custom agent for 320M+ users in Microsoft Teams

Learn about collaborative agent development tailored for Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 Copilot using code-first tools such as Visual Studio Code and the Teams Toolkit.

Discover how to leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) to deliver dynamic and intuitive interactions that surpass traditional bots. Create agents that generate content based on your data, execute tasks, and foster collaboration between your users. By the end of this session, you'll have the foundational knowledge to effectively customize, build, and deploy your agents to all of your users on Microsoft Teams and Microsoft 365 Copilot.

Friday 9:00 AM - 10:10 AM · Room 437-439

Knowledge Management Strategies in the era of Copilot: Beyond the Basics

Microsoft 365 offers a robust suite of tools to support your Knowledge Management goals. This session will explore comprehensive strategies to leverage the full spectrum of Microsoft 365 tools and organizational strategies, from manual and automatic metadata classification in SharePoint to enhance explicit knowledge, to AI-assisted tacit knowledge and expertise location experiences with Viva Engage and Answers in Viva, and Copilot-assisted knowledge experiences grounded in your organizational content. You will gain practical strategies for achieving your Knowledge Management goals and a deeper understanding of how Microsoft 365 and Copilot can support your journey. You will take away practical strategies for achieving your KM goals and a deeper understanding of how Microsoft 365 and Copilot can help you in your journey.

Friday 9:00 AM - 10:10 AM · Room 440-441

Code Once Use Everywhere - Using SPFx to create applications that work in Teams and SharePoint

Users are spending more and more time using Teams. It makes sense to try and reduce the friction of context switching by bringing our custom applications directly into Teams where they are working. We are able to harness the collaborative nature of Teams and SharePoint in one application and render it in many different contexts.

In this introductory developer session we will look at how to create and deploy a SharePoint Framework WebPart and have it be usable in Teams. We will use one code base to make the web part Teams aware in both a Teams Tab and a Personal App. We will look at how to use that app to read and write data into SharePoint using PnPjs.

Users will leave with an understanding of how to leverage SPFx to create applications they can use in Teams and resources on how to explore this further.

Friday 9:00 AM - 10:10 AM · Room 445-446

Your Magical Microsoft Map of Community, Learning and Training

Join us in the session to learn all that Microsoft has to offer for career development and satisfaction. It's a vibrant, large community with many tools and programs that are free. Let us help you get the most from the resources that exist.

Friday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 435-436

Reduce Dynamics 365 CRM and Model-Driven Power Apps Support Costs With Built-In Contextual Help

Tired of constant support requests from your Dynamics 365 CRM or Mode-Driven Power Apps users? Imagine giving them instant, in-app answers without disrupting their workflow. In this session, we’ll reveal how to harness Microsoft’s native context-sensitive help features to revolutionize user support.

Learn how to activate and customize built-in help panes, enabling users to find answers within 2 clicks and 10 seconds—the perfect recipe for boosting user adoption and stickiness.

Join us to explore the future of in-app support: faster, smarter, and more efficient. Say goodbye to support tickets and hello to a self-sufficient user base.

Friday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 437-439

Navigating Communication Channels in Microsoft 365 for Meaningful Engagement

Microsoft 365 offers a suite of powerful tools to support communication including Viva Engage, Microsoft Teams, Viva Amplify, Viva Connections, and SharePoint Online which can transform how organizations communicate and collaborate. Navigating these channels to ensure the right message reaches the right audience at the right time requires strategic planning. Join this session to delve deep into the better practices for leveraging Microsoft 365 communication tools.

Backed by comprehensive user research, this session will provide actionable strategies for determining what-to-use-when, ensuring your messages are delivered through the most appropriate channels for your outcome objectives. We will explore the nuances of each tool, from the community-building strengths of Viva Engage to the collaborative power of Microsoft Teams, the broad reach of Viva Amplify, the seamless integration of Viva Connections, and more structured information management in SharePoint Online. We will address the critical aspect of managing responses and fostering ongoing engagement. Learn how to cultivate meaningful interactions and maintain productive communication flows within your organization.

Friday 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM · Room 440-441

Introduction to JSON to master customizing SharePoint

JSON is EVERYWHERE in SharePoint Online and your ability to take your SharePoint deployments to the next level depend on your ability to understand and create complicated JSON objects. In this densely demo-packed session, attendees will learn:

• What is JSON and how to understand the structure
• Tips for creating JSON objects and starting with community content as a starting point

Attendees will also learn how to use JSON Objects in SharePoint Online to:

• Customize list columns and list views
• Create Site Designs for creating custom site templates
• Create stunning Quick Views for Viva Connections ACE's
• Post messages in teams as Adaptive Cards
• Process SharePoint REST queries in Power Automate
• and more!!

Friday 12:30 PM - 1:40 PM · Room 445-446

How to Avoid AI Disasters: Copilot, Data Security, and Unintended Consequences

Say your company rushes in the coming months to implement a Copilot over their Intranet. An employee asks the Copilot, "How much does my co-worker make?" How will it answer?

This scenario becomes plausible as Copilot is connected to data sources for Q&A activities. If the data related to pay, layoffs, and other sensitive topics is accessible by the AI, it's possible that an employee could get an answer to their question. You should take great care before connecting it to your own internal data.

Unfortunately hearing GPT, AI and Machine Learning terms thrown about like doubloons at a Mardi Gras parade in the news is giving many organizations FOMO. We'll discuss what you should know before you jump in.

In this session, we'll address:

• What are these technologies and how they will impact you
• How can these technologies be used in your organization
• Data and security considerations
• Preparing for unintended consequences

Join us to learn about this brave new world and how you could apply it in your own work.

Friday 1:50 PM - 3:00 PM · Room 442

The Art of AI-Assisted Writing: Blending Technology with Human Creativity

In an era where artificial intelligence tools like Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and the Project Sophia research tool (in preview) are redefining content creation, the challenge for information workers and communication professionals lies not in generating content, but in ensuring it remains compelling, accurate, and authentic.

This session targets managers, executives, and content creators, aiming to bridge the gap between AI capabilities and the nuanced touch of human interaction. We will delve into best practices for authoring outstanding content that leverages AI tools without losing the personal touch that connects with audiences. Attendees will learn how to use these AI technologies to produce strong, SEO-optimized (when needed) content while also exploring the unique strengths of Copilot in utilizing M365 content, with a special focus on integrating OneNote as a dynamic data source. Through practical advice and strategic insights, this session promises to equip professionals with the skills to navigate the AI content landscape effectively, blending technology with human creativity to craft messages that resonate deeply with their intended audiences.

Benefits of Attending This Session: • Strategic AI Utilization: Understand how to strategically leverage AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, Project Sophia, and ChatGPT in your content creation process, maximizing efficiency without compromising quality. • Enhanced Content Quality: Learn best practices for creating compelling, accurate, and engaging content that stands out, even in an AI-assisted world. • SEO Optimization Techniques: Acquire techniques for ensuring your content is not only reader-friendly but also optimized for search engines, increasing visibility and reach for external publications. • Leveraging M365 for Content Creation: Discover the advantages of using Microsoft 365 tools, particularly Copilot's integration with OneNote, to enrich your content with relevant, data-driven insights. • Human-AI Collaboration: Explore how to maintain the essential human touch in content authored with AI assistance, ensuring that your communications retain authenticity and emotional connection.

This session is designed for those looking to navigate the evolving landscape of AI-assisted content creation, offering insights into making the most of these powerful tools while keeping the content genuine and impactful. Whether you're drafting internal communications or creating content for the wider world, this talk will provide valuable strategies for elevating your writing in the AI-centric future.