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With Zoe stuffed full of deep pan pizza and Kevin trying to recover from the remote FOMO, we discuss the key takeaways from Microsoft Ignite 2024 focusing on the latest Copilot updates, the role of agents, integration and alignment at Microsoft, security updates, and more. We explore the significance of the Prompt Gallery and the evolution of Copilot Studio, emphasising the importance of collaboration and automation in modern workplaces.

Key Takeaways:

Security has become a major focus for Microsoft.
The Ignite conference had a significant turnout with over 20,000 attendees.
Agents are a popular topic, with many mentions during the conference.
Integration between Microsoft products is improving, making workflows smoother.
The Copilot Prompt Gallery allows for better user engagement and prompt sharing.
The evolution of Copilot Studio is enabling deeper connection between low code and code first.
There are new features that enhance governance capabilities.
The keynote atmosphere was noted to be less energetic compared to previous years.

Key links

Microsoft Ignite 2024 Book of News
Agents - From no code (Introducing Microsoft Copilot actions, new agents, and tools to empower IT) to low code to code first - Azure AI Agent Service: Revolutionizing AI Agent Development and Deployment
Document tuning - Copilot Studio is enhancing its platform with knowledge improvements, Azure AI integration, and more
Alignment within MS is allowing AI Adoption at scale
- Redefine development: AI-first innovation with agents and Microsoft Copilot in Power Platform
Azure AI Agent Service: Revolutionizing AI Agent Development and Deployment
The next wave of Azure innovation: Azure AI Foundry, intelligent data, and more
Purview DLP Accelerate AI adoption with next-gen security and governance capabilities
Windows Copilot Runtime for devs https://aka.ms/AAti5u5
Microsoft Places Introducing the AI-Powered Workplace: Technology solutions for flexible work
Copilot Lab = Copilot Prompt Gallery https://aka.ms/AAthyfg
Copilot Analytics aligned - Copilot Control System https://aka.ms/AAti5rh
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