Microsoft Student Community Tour 2024: Berlin

Agenda:

13:00 bis 13:30

Entry

13:30 bis 13:45

Welcome

Microsoft

13:45 bis 14:00

Empowering Women in Technology

Luisa Scharff

Student Ambassador

- Share insights based on my journey as a woman navigating the fields of computer science and technology.

- Discuss strategies to encourage more women to enter and thrive in the tech and computer science sectors.

- Explore how Microsoft's resources and platforms, like Microsoft Learn, can facilitate the acquisition of new skills and knowledge.

14:00 bis 14:30

Advancements in Machine Learning

Luisa Scharff

Student Ambassador

Abstract:

Provide an introduction to neural networks, elucidating their operation, output generation, and output manipulation techniques for beginners.

14:30 bis 14:45

Break & Networking

14:45 bis 15:20

Die Ära der Generativen KI: Ein Praxisnaher Einblick in die Revolution der Künstlichen Intelligenz

Daniel Hummel

Associate Partner, KI Reply

Abstract:

Tauchen Sie mit uns ein in das faszinierende Universum der Generativen Künstlichen Intelligenz (GenAI) und erleben Sie, wie diese bahnbrechende Technologie nicht nur die Zukunft prägt, sondern auch die Art und Weise, wie wir leben, arbeiten und kreieren, neu definiert. In einer spannenden Reise von den Ursprüngen der KI bis zu den neuesten Entwicklungen in der GenAI enthüllen wir das immense Potenzial und die lebensverändernden Möglichkeiten, die in diesen intelligenten Systemen verborgen liegen. Anhand lebendiger Beispiele und fesselnder Demonstrationen zeigen wir, wie GenAI bereits heute innovative Lösungen in vielfältigen Bereichen bietet.

15:20 bis 15:50

Coding a Drone Using Unity/.NET and ChatGPT AI!

Zaid Zaim

We will start with an overview on Mixed Reality and learn how to use AI GPTs as a tool for creativity and inspiration with drone controls and demonstrate how you can boost your productivity! We'll use Unity 3D, .NET, and focus on UDP Client-Server networking for drone communication. Microsoft Copilot assists programmers, offering insights to boost decision-making and efficiency.

15:50 bis 16:05

Break & Networking

16:05 bis 16:40

Leveraging Community Work and Hackathons for Academic and Professional Success

Sandra Ahlgrimm

Senior Cloud Advocate, Microsoft

In this session, Sandra Ahlgrimm, Senior Cloud Advocate at Microsoft and co-leader of the Berlin JUG and Docker Meetup, will share her journey of how community work, hackathons, and leadership roles have shaped her career. She will highlight her approach to using hackathons as a platform for completing projects and fostering team collaboration during her time as a student. Sandra will recount her participation in the University Hackathon organized by Microsoft Student Partners, demonstrating how these experiences have complemented her academic learning, provided a competitive edge in the job market, and fostered innovation. This session aims to inspire students to engage in extracurricular activities for personal and professional growth, demonstrating how these experiences can provide a competitive edge in the job market and expand professional networks. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of the value of such engagements and practical guidance on leveraging these experiences.

16:40

Einblicke in das Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors Programm

Pablo Veramendi

Director Audience Evangelism, Microsoft

17:00 bis 17:30

Closeout + Q&A

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Microsoft Berlin Office, Unter den Linden 17, Berlin, Germany