Microsoft’s two-day Build event highlighted the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on developers and the changing landscape of technology. Keynote speaker Scott Guthrie, vice president of Cloud+AI, emphasized the central role developers play in the transformation brought about by AI.
One of the key takeaways from the event was the focus on AI-powered developer tools. Guthrie showcased Microsoft’s Copilot stack, which is described as the most advanced platform for building AI solutions. The three highlighted development tools were Visual Studio, GitHub, and Copilot Studio. Visual Studio, with over 40 million active developers, offers robust tools for coding, debugging, and deploying applications. GitHub, with more than 100 million developers, introduced GitHub Copilot, an AI-powered development environment that revolutionizes coding by enabling natural language processing. Copilot Studio, launched last year and used by over 30,000 organizations, streamlines help desk operations and reduces query handling times.
The event also featured Azure application services, which support a wide range of programming languages and applications. Companies like Kohl’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods leverage these services to run critical applications securely and at scale. Key announcements included Automatic AKS, simplifying the deployment and management of containerized applications, and .NET Aspire now being open source for building cloud-native applications.
Guthrie highlighted the synergy between GitHub and Azure, offering an optimized experience for the AI era. The new GitHub Copilot for Azure allows developers to use natural language for seamless integration with Azure services. Azure AI services remain a fundamental component, with over 50,000 companies utilizing its capabilities. For example, location technology company TomTom has improved in-car response times and understanding of driver requests through Azure AI.
Overall, the Build event showcased the transformative power of AI in the developer landscape, with Microsoft leading the charge in providing advanced AI tools and solutions for developers to harness. The event highlighted the increasing integration of AI technologies into developer workflows, enabling more efficient and innovative development processes. With a focus on empowering developers to leverage AI capabilities, Microsoft is shaping the future of technology and driving innovation in the industry.
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