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Ace Aviator of the Month
August's Ace Aviator: Adnane Dalhi
What is your role and title? What are your responsibilities associated with your position?
I am a Dynamics 365 Technical and Cloud Solution Architect at HSO France. In my role, I am responsible for architecting and designing Dynamics 365 For Finance and Operations solutions that meet client requirements. Design cloud architectures with Azure cloud integration Services, I translate business requirements into technology requirements. My responsibilities also include providing advice, high-level and detailed designs during project delivery engagements, ensuring quality oversight at various stages of the project lifecycle, creating solution proposals and cost models for projects, producing responses to request for proposals (RFPs), acting as the design authority and technical escalation point for projects, collaborating with the project delivery team to develop customer account plans and roadmaps, and managing projects through the entire project lifecycle to ensure high customer satisfaction.
Can you provide some insights into your day-to-day activities and what a typical day in your role looks like?
A typical day for me starts with reviewing project updates and prioritizing tasks for the day. I spend a significant portion of my time designing and developing Architectures , and automated workflows to meet our clients' specific needs using azure cloud integration services. I work closely with clients to understand their business requirements and translate these into technical solutions. Collaboration is key in my role, so I frequently meet with team members and stakeholders to discuss project progress and address any challenges. I also ensure quality oversight at various project stages and act as a technical escalation point when necessary. Additionally, I dedicate time to staying updated with the latest advancements in Dynamics 365, Power Platform and Cloud integration services and other related technologies to ensure we are leveraging the best practices and features available.
What motivates and inspires you to be an active member of the Aviators/Microsoft community?
I am inspired by the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with other experts. The community provides valuable support and resources that help me grow professionally. Sharing knowledge and seeing the positive impact it has on others motivates me to stay active and contribute more. The continuous innovation in Microsoft technologies, especially Azure, keeps me excited and engaged.
Looking back, what advice do you wish you would have been told earlier on that you would give to individuals looking to become involved in STEM/technology?
My advice is to never stop learning and connect with professionals in the field. Building a strong network and staying curious about new technologies can open many doors and help your career grow.
What has helped you grow professionally?
Commitment to lifelong learning, seeking mentorship, and actively participating in community forums and events have been crucial for my growth. Embracing challenges as opportunities to learn and staying adaptable have also helped. I share my insights through my blog, Dynvision365.com, where I discuss cloud solutions, enterprise architecture, and emerging technologies.
Imagine you had a magic wand that could create a feature in Logic Apps. What would this feature be and why?
As someone coming from the academic world and the R&D domain, and as a blockchain enthusiast, I would love to see a "Blockchain-AI Integrated Workflow Engine" in Logic Apps. This feature would seamlessly integrate blockchain technology with AI to create smart, secure, and highly efficient workflows and simple smart contracts. The blockchain component would ensure the integrity and transparency of data, providing a tamper-proof ledger for all transactions and processes
Customer Corner:
Commercial Bank of Dubai: innovating a future proof banking platform with Microsoft Azure
Discover how Commercial Bank of Dubai is transforming its operations with Microsoft Azure in this compelling customer success story. By leveraging Azure's cutting-edge banking and capital markets solutions, the bank is enhancing its digital infrastructure to deliver more efficient, secure, and innovative financial services. With Azure’s advanced cloud capabilities, the Commercial Bank of Dubai is streamlining its processes, boosting operational efficiency, and elevating the customer experience.
News from our product group:
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Azure Logic Apps Community Standup: Logic Apps Live - July 2024 Missed last month's livestream? Catch up on our July content here! |
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Logic Apps Standard - Service Bus In-App connector improvements for Peek-lock operations Read more about the new triggers and actions and updates for peek-lock operations. |
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Automate responses to StackOverflow queries using OpenAI and Logic Apps Read about this powerful solution for automating responses to questions using the new AI Search and OpenAI Connectors in Logic Apps Standard. |
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The Rising Significance of APIs - Azure API Management & API Center Read about the differences and use cases between Azure API Management and the recently GA Azure API Center in this article. |
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Azure Integration Services Quarterly Highlights and Insights 2024'Q2 Catch up with the quarterly blog that has the latest updates and highlights from AIS over the past few months. |
News from our community:
Logic Apps Consumption vs Logic Apps Standard
Video by Sebastian Meyer
Check out this video about the differences between Consumption vs. Standard in the first of Sebastian's new video series.
Post by Sandro Pereira
Having trouble deploying your SAP connector? Check out Sandro's article for help.
Azure Logic Apps: Automated Testing Framework Feature
Video by Michael Stephenson
Watch this video featuring Wagner Silveira as he talks with Michael about our upcoming Automated Testing Framework feature.
Friday Fact: You can debatch XML messages with Logic Apps
Post by Sandro Pereira
Learn how to debatch XML content similarly to how you handle JSON inputs in Sandro's post.
Friday Fact: You Can Protect Your Logic Apps from Accidental Changes with Read-Only Locks
Post by Luís Rigueira
Learn how to prevent accidental modifications or deletions with Read-Only Locks in this post and video by Luis
Post by Sandro Pereira
Learn how to apply workflow Locks to Logic App Consumption in Visual Studio Logic App projects in this post by Sandro.
Shared Connectors vs. In-App Connectors
Post by Sebastian Meyer
Don't miss the second of Sebastian's video series where he discusses the differences between shared vs. in-app connectors.
Post by Sandro Pereira
Configuring your SAP Connector? Read Sandro's article to learn how to properly configure the SAP Connector's System Number property.