Module 1 - Fundamentals of Generative AI

Explore the way in which language models enable AI applications and services to

generate original content based on natural language input. You also learn how

generative AI enables the creation of agents that can assist humans in creative

tasks.

Introduction, What is generative AI, What are language models, Using language

models, Copilot and AI Agents, Understand Microsoft CoPilot, Considerations for

prompts, Extending and developing copilot-like agents

(Exercise – Explore generative AI in Azure AI Foundry portal)

Module 2 – Plan and prepare to develop AI solutions on Azure

Microsoft Azure offers multiple services that enable developers to build amazing AIpowered

solutions. Proper planning and preparation involves identifying the

services you'll use and creating an optimal working environment for your

development team.

Introduction, What is AI, Azure AI services, Azure AI Foundry, Developer tools

and SDKs, Responsible AI

(Exercise – Explore the Azure AI Foundry Portal)

Module 3 – Fundamentals of AI agents on Azure

AI agents represent the next generation of intelligent applications. Learn how they

can be developed and used on Microsoft Azure.

Introduction, What are AI agents, Options for Agent development, Azure AI Agent

Service,

(Exercise – Explore AI Agent Service development in Azure AI Foundry)

Module 4 - Fundamentals of Azure AI Services

The fundamentals of how Azure AI services can be used to build applications.

Introduction, AI Services on the Azure Platform, Create Azure AI Service

Resources, Use Azure AI Services, Understand Authentication for Azure AI

Services.

(Exercise Explore Azure AI Services via the Content Safety Studio)

Module 5 - Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot

This module introduces the power of AI with Microsoft 365 Copilot to boost

productivity, unlock creativity, and help users understand information better with a

simple chat. By integrating large language models (LLMs) with tenant data from

Microsoft Graph and the Microsoft 365 apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot helps turn

natural language words into a powerful productivity tool.

Introduction, What is Microsoft 365 Copilot, Explore how Microsoft 365 Copilot

works, explore the core components of Microsoft 365 Copilot, Examine how

Microsoft is committed to responsible AI

Module 6 - Optimize and extend Microsoft 365 Copilot

This module explores comprehensive best practices for Microsoft 365 Copilot and

key extension methods, ensuring you harness the full potential and versatility of

Copilot's functionality.

Introduction, Examine the art and science of working with AI, Review best

practices for using Microsoft 365 Copilot, Examine how to build an effective

prompt, review prompting best practices, Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot

Module 7 – Self Review / Summative AI Concepts

Curious about artificial intelligence? Want to understand what all the buzz is about?

This module introduces you to the world of AI covering topics such as:

Introduction to AI, Generative AI, Computer Vision, Speech, NLP, Extract Data

and Insights, and Responsible AI.

(Each topic above has a 2+ minute video)