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What if you could pivot into AI and low-code development—without a technical background or a hefty tuition bill? In this episode, Luis Camino shares how Microsoft’s Power Up program is helping over 120,000 professionals worldwide build real-world AI skills through hands-on, no-cost learning. Whether you're looking to automate workflows, generate insights, or lead digital transformation in your organization, this conversation reveals how Power Up is reshaping the future of work—one cohort at a time.

🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Power Up is a free, hands-on learning academy designed to help professionals build practical AI and low-code skills, regardless of technical background.
- Applied learning is central—participants work on real projects and can showcase their work to earn badges and recognition.
- Mentorship and community support play a key role in learner success, with live Q&A sessions and volunteer mentors across time zones.
- Enterprise teams are adopting Power Up to upskill employees and drive internal innovation, with tailored onboarding and governance support.
- The curriculum is expanding to include Copilot Studio and conversational AI, with future tracks potentially covering advanced AI topics.

🧰 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
👉Sign up: aka.ms/PowerUp/nz365guy
👉 Power Up Program Website: aka.ms/powerup
👉 Microsoft Power Platform: powerplatform.microsoft.com
👉 Copilot Studio: learn.microsoft.com/copilot-studio

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