Community @ Microsoft Build
Microsoft 365 Community team will be Microsoft Build this week in the Hub in the Community Lounge.
Programming from the Community Lounge in the Hub will consist of Table Talks where you can come sit and chat with Microsoft employees and Microsoft MVPs about set topics and then the Conversation Corners which are mini-theater sessions. All of this is across all of our product divisions.
From my team – Microsoft Customer Advocacy Group – it will be me and Jessie Hwang talking about the new Agents AI Hub (live today!) - https://aka.ms/AIAgentsHub on adoption.microsoft.com and about how to join the Microsoft Global Community Initiative (http://aka.ms/MGCI ).
I’m looking forward to hearing all the product announcements and the 2025 Imagine Cup World Championship.
This year’s Imagine Cup finalists are proving that innovation and empathy go hand in hand. Three student teams — Signvrse, HairMatch, and Argus — are using AI to solve real-world challenges and improve lives across the globe.
Signvrse developed an app that translates spoken or written words into Kenyan Sign Language using 3D avatars and Microsoft Azure AI Speech. Inspired by a robotics boot camp where deaf students lacked interpreters, the team created a virtual sign language interpreter that users can carry in their pocket — a powerful tool for inclusion and accessibility.
HairMatch is helping young people embrace their natural hair by using AI to recommend personalized hair care routines and styles. The app aims to boost self-confidence and celebrate identity, especially among communities often underrepresented in beauty tech.
Argus is tackling vision loss with a wearable device that uses AI to help people navigate their surroundings more safely and independently. Motivated by a team member’s grandmother who lost her sight, Argus is a testament to how personal stories can drive global impact.
These students aren’t just imagining what’s possible with AI — they’re building it. The winning team will be announced at Microsoft Build and will receive $100,000 and a mentoring session with Satya Nadella. Runners-up will each receive $25,000, and all participants gain access to Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub to help scale their ideas.
This year’s Imagine Cup is a reminder that the future of AI is not just about technology — it’s about people, purpose, and possibility.
Microsoft Build will kick off at 9:00 AM PT with a keynote from Satya Nadella and Kevin Scott. Together, they’ll share how Microsoft is creating new opportunities across its platforms in this era of AI. The keynote will explore how developers can harness Copilot, agents, and the latest AI innovations to build the next generation of intelligent applications. Whether you're attending in person in Seattle or tuning in online, this is the moment to see Microsoft’s vision for the future of development unfold.
I’m sure you have been planning what you will check out via the Microsoft Build session catalog to see sessions in your local time, add favorites to your schedules, or save them to your backpack for later viewing.
Make sure you bookmark the closing keynote with Mark Russinovich and Scott Hanselman - Mark wrote on LinkedIN…
“I can't wait for Microsoft Build! I'm delivering a brand-new Azure innovation session and the closing keynote with Scott Hanselman where we'll do live AI-assisted agent coding (with a really cool project)” https://lnkd.in/gq3mm4aB
Be sure to check out the event guide from Jon Galloway and James Montemagno our fellow community leads on the developer side of the house.
A Developer's Guide to Build 2025 - Microsoft for Developers
This is where I’ll be for the week:
The Community Space is designed to facilitate connection, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among attendees. It will feature 8 interactive stations, conversations tables, theater sessions and more. Under “Session Type” you can look for “Community” specifically in the catalog. And here is a link directly into that search, there are 49 sessions!
Monday May 19
Conversations: Host community events in your region? Learn about MGCI! – 1:00pm – 1:45 pm – COMM 402.
Join to learn about the MGCI! This is a community-led program with members from around the world, supported by Microsoft and community enthusiasts. You’ll learn how to get involved, what you can expect as a member, how we engage, and much more!
Table Talks: Learn about the new AI Agent Hub and Copilot Adoption Resources – 2:00-3:00pm, COMM434
Join us for a table talk that delves into insights into the functionalities of the AI Agent Hub, a centralized resource offering streamlined capabilities for managing intelligent agents as well as Copilot Adoption Resources.
Tuesday May 20
Conversations: Join for Demo of AI Agent Hub on Adoption.Microsoft.com
1:45pm – 2:30pm, COMM403
The AI Agent Hub provides you all the resources required to get started or expand your skills building agents with Microsoft. With content from our entire ecosystem of resources it is your number 1 resource for tools, training and inspiration. Join AI Agent Hub and adoption.microsoft.com Lead, Jessie Hwang for this interactive demo.
3:30pm – 4:30pm, COMM435
In the fast-paced world of tech, it’s easy to feel like you have to go it alone—always learning, building, and growing on your own. But something powerful happens when we discover a sense of belonging. This session dives into the heart of the Microsoft 365 Community, where connection, shared learning, and support create space for everyone to thrive together.
Wednesday May 21
Table Talks: Chat about Agents, SDKs and where to find Developer Resources
3:00pm – 4:00pm, COMM436
A casual discussion session covering Agents, SDKs, and guidance on locating essential developer resources.
Have a GREAT week and do check out the session catalog and get registered to view all the online and on-demand content - build.microsoft.com/en-US/home
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