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Microsoft Build 2022 London Student Developer (Drop in day)

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Jul 05, 2022

To celebrate the close of Microsoft Build 2022 and Spring exams ending, The Reactor London was thrilled to invite students from London and across the UK to Microsoft Build: Student Developer Drop-in Day.

This was an Open House is a drop-in event - where student came along to the bits which are most relevant to them!

Students, had the opportunity to meet with Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors, Microsoft Interns, Microsoft MVPs, the Microsoft University Recruiting team but most importantly relax and have fun.

Agenda & On Demand Sessions recording

Time (BST) Title Description Speaker(s) Resources Video
10 - 10:30 Welcome to the event! Let’s connect! Icebreaker. Salman Chishti and Bruno Capuano https://aka.ms/learnstudent  
10:30 - 10:40 Getting Started with Azure for Student This lightning session will introduce how to activate and get started on using Azure with Azure for Students and the different capabilities + solutions you can build with the services available on Azure for Students. Bruno Capuano http://aka.ms/azure4student https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDl4fHgtbvE 
10:40 - 10:50 Getting Started with Microsoft Learn and free student certifications A quick look at the Microsoft Learn landscape and how students can leverage the content to kickstart their learning journey. Gemma Robson http://aka.ms/studentcertifications https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVzg-_7bqpc&t 
11:00 - 12:00 AI Gaming Challenge We are going to be using the A.I. power of Azure Cognitive Services to play a popular card game. AI will analyse the images on each tile and to determine what subject matter each image contains. Stephen Graham Introduction Video Game instructions AI Gaming Challenge: https://www.aigaming.com/event?code=232-619-896 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3V43Xj3BC4 
12:00 - 12:40 Lunch & Networking FOOD      
12:40 - 13:10 Power Platform Low Code No Code Development This lightning session will introduce and showcase how students can take advantage of the Microsoft Power Platform to build apps and automated solutions without writing any code Bruno Capuano https://aka.ms/m365devaccount https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoVsz-sypY0 
13:10 - 13:40 Career Festive – What roles are in Microsoft for interns and Grads Microsoft internships are built for in-person and virtual experiences. As an intern, you’ll be empowered to build community, explore your passions and impact the world with us. Explore internships and careers at https://www.microsoft.com/university. Gianluca Sanfilippo, Ethan Jones, Rosen Georgiev and Aurele Mes Boaye https://microsoft.com/university https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1hc_g8rDVg 
13:40 - 14:20 Introduction to programming hello world in 3 languages Hello, World! Hola Mundo! Bonjour Monde! Are you new to coding? In this session you'll get a taste for a few popular languages. Compare and contrast C#, Python, and JavaScript in one quick session. Bruno Capuano https://aka.ms/vscode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKerQIZFKE4 
14:20 - 14:30 Rock your Profile and Resume Builder with LinkedIn A lighting session that will provide tips on how to make your LinkedIn profile stand out amongst the crowd, in addition to a tutorial on how to use LinkedIn resume builder to generate your CV! Gianluca Sanfilippo https://linkedin.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOvft1CDcto 
14:30 - 14:40 Microsoft Certifications and the road to a tech job Overview of Microsoft culture and work life and information about the internship experience; Are certifications required and how to get into a tech job? Rosen Georgiev https://aka.ms/certification https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGLWT6-FCek 
14:40 - 14:50 Ambassadors showcase - Standing out from the crowd what the ambassadors badge did for me You don’t have to wait for university to finish before getting involved with the industry. What are ways you, as a student can get out there to build your personal brand? Salman Chishti https://aka.ms/studentambassadors https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMdAqNrLiTA 
15:00 - 15:20 Ambassadors showcase - Ambassadors in the community – how to work with your dev community Do you want to get your hands on cutting edge technologies? Keep up to date with what is coming next with Microsoft. Hear from the people who have helped powered Microsoft Teams and Windows. Salman Chishti, Susie Yang and Jason Howard https://insider.windows.com https://aka.ms/studentambassadors https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SttaUsDYagk 
15:20 - 15:50 Gaming and Azure - Introduction to ID@Azure a new program to help you learn and make successful games using cloud services Learn how to develop amazing gaming experiences and learn from examples solution, architectures use cases and case studies. Bruno Capuano https://aka.ms/idazure & https://www.xbox.com/developers/creators-program/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-50kkT8-O4 
15:50 - 16:20 MVP Showcase - Home Automation with the Azure In this demo heavy talk, we run through using the Azure Percept Audio Module to control common appliances around our home. Peter Gallagher http://aka.ms/learnstudent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptD_Gd4o7VY 
16:30 - 17:00 Getting Started with Azure Static Web Apps to Host your Resume Want to make your application stand out to recruiters and learn a few new skills in the process? This workshop will walk you through how to code a resume website. Bruno Capuano https://aka.ms/learnstudent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Muq9ITFOKY 
17:00 - 18:00 AI Gaming Challenge Final The final of the Microsoft Build Match Game – Match the tiles using the Microsoft Cognitive API to identify the subject of each image Use template code to get started with Computer Vision and OCR A.I. functions and become the world wide wider of the challenge. Stephen Graham, Bruno Capuano and Chris Noring    
18:00 - 18:30 Close and Celebration Celebrating YOU! Congratulations on the past year of university. How you can learn about future events and get in contact with our speakers. Salman Chishti and Chris Noring https://aka.ms/learnstudent  

Presentation

We have made all the presentation slides from each session available

Student Testimonals

Here some student feedback from the event

Microsoft Build Resources for Student

Microsoft Build Intro To Tech Skills

Learn more about the following offer and meet the team


Microsoft Windows Insiders

The Windows Insider Program is a community of millions of Windows' biggest fans who get to be the first to see what's next. Windows Insiders run previews of the platform, called Windows Insider Preview Builds, then give feedback and engage directly with our engineers to help shape the future of Windows.

Announcing our Partnership with Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors program! If you are a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador, register for Windows Insider Program to enjoy many more program benefits that’s exclusively designed for you!


Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors

The Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador community is for students—like you--who want to use tech to solve real-world problems with like-minded peers, establish themselves as mentors and leaders in their community, and amplify their impact. Student Ambassadors get the opportunity to connect with other students around the world (from 102 countries and counting!), foster their own online communities, get training and earn certifications, and tackle practical challenges, all while building key technical and soft skills to help them succeed.


Imagine Cup

For nearly two decades, students from around the world have participated in Microsoft’s global technology competition, the Imagine Cup, to bring their unique tech solutions to life. But the Imagine Cup is more than just a competition — you can work with friends (and make new ones!), network with professionals, gain new skills, make a difference in the world around you, and get the chance to win cash and cloud credits. Join the over 2 million students who have participated in the Imagine Cup!


Microsoft Learn for Students

Learn new concepts at your speed and on your schedule with this curated collection of Microsoft Learn modules created just for students. Start here to develop practical skills through fun, interactive modules and paths. Plus, educators can get access to Microsoft classroom materials and curriculum. Check out all of the Microsoft Learn paths and resources.


AI Gaming

Write code to play the Microsoft Match Game. Our version of the popular card game where you have to find two cards with the same image to make a match. But in our Game, no two tiles are the same. You have to match up the tiles that contain the same subject matter using the A.I. power of Azure Cognitive Services to analyse the images on each tile and to determine what subject of each image is. You start with a set of tiles face down and you get to turn over two tiles at a time in order to match tiles in pairs, but, unlike the usual version of the matching game, you are not looking for two identical images. You have to use Microsoft’s Cognitive Services to understand exactly what the content of each tile image is. Then you need to find another tile with the same content. Interested in taking part watch he following introduction Video read the game instructions and join the AI Gaming Challenge Commpetition Closes 28th May 2022


Azure For Students

By simply verifying your student status through your school email address, you'll be ready to go on Azure with $100 in credit. Build your skills in trending tech including data science, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and other areas with access to professional developer tools. Learn more about Azure for Students.


Learn TV

Learn TV is a 24/7 video channel where you can learn how to build solutions and use Microsoft products from the experts that built them! Learn TV is the place to find the latest digital content so you can always keep updated on the latest announcements, features, and products from Microsoft. Let us know what you think with the hashtag LearnTV.


Thank you from Microsoft and community

Updated Jul 07, 2022
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  • kabbylame's avatar
    kabbylame
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    "Microsoft is a Build 2022 London Student Developer (Drop-in Day)" refers to an event organized by Microsoft targeted towards student developers in London. The event is likely part of the Microsoft Build conference series, which is an annual developer-focused conference hosted by Microsoft.

    Here's an explanation of the key components of the event:

    1. Microsoft Build: Microsoft Build is an annual conference organized by Microsoft for developers. It brings together developers, software engineers, architects, and other tech enthusiasts to learn about the latest developments and updates related to Microsoft technologies, platforms, and services. The conference typically includes keynotes, technical sessions, workshops, and opportunities for networking and collaboration.

    2. Student Developer (Drop-in Day): The "Student Developer" aspect of the event indicates that the target audience for this specific event is students who are interested in software development, programming, and technology. This is an opportunity for students to learn, explore, and engage with Microsoft technologies and development platforms.

    3. Drop-in Day: A "Drop-in Day" format suggests that the event is designed to be more flexible and casual. Attendees can "drop in" at their convenience during the event's specified hours without the need for a formal registration or commitment for the entire duration. This format allows students to attend sessions or activities that interest them and fits their schedule.

    The objectives of the Microsoft Build 2022 London Student Developer (Drop-in Day) event could include:

    • Providing a platform for students to learn about the latest Microsoft technologies and tools.
    • Offering technical sessions, workshops, and hands-on experiences to enhance students' development skills.
    • Showcasing the possibilities of building applications and solutions using Microsoft's ecosystem.
    • Creating networking opportunities for students to connect with Microsoft representatives, developers, and industry professionals.
    • Encouraging students to explore career opportunities in software development and related fields.

    As with any conference or event, attendees may have access to Microsoft experts, demos, resources, and possibly some exclusive perks or offers.

    It's important to note that event details, such as the specific agenda, location, and registration process, may vary from year to year. If you are interested in attending the Microsoft Build 2022 London Student Developer (Drop-in Day), it's best to visit the official Microsoft Build website or other relevant sources for up-to-date information and registration details when the event is announced.