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The slides from this month’s webinar are available at:
If you are not a CIAOPS patron you want to view or download a full copy of the video from the session you can do so here:
http://www.ciaopsacademy.com.au/p/need-to-know-webinars
Watch out for next month’s webinar.
Following the success of our first session, https://blog.ciaops.com/2025/06/25/introducing-the-ciaops-ai-dojo-empowering-everyone-to-harness-the-power-of-ai/, we’re thrilled to announce the next instalment in the CIAOPS AI Dojo series.
What’s This Session About?
In Session 2, we dive into the world of Vibe Coding—a dynamic, intuitive approach to scripting that blends creativity with automation. Using Visual Studio Code and PowerShell, we’ll show you how to save hours every day by automating repetitive tasks and streamlining your workflows.
Whether you’re a seasoned IT pro or just getting started with automation, this session will equip you with practical tools and techniques to boost your productivity.
What You’ll Learn
️ Who Should Attend?
This session is perfect for:
Save the Date
️ Date: Friday the 25th of July
Time: 9:30 AM Sydney AU time
Location: Online (link will be provided upon registration)
Cost: $80 per attendee (free for Dojo subscribers)
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to level up your automation game with all these benefits:
✅ 1. Immediate Time Savings
Attendees will learn how to automate repetitive daily tasks using PowerShell in Visual Studio Code. This means:
⚙️ 2. Hands-On Skill Building
This isn’t just theory. The session includes:
3. AI-Enhanced Productivity
Participants will discover how to:
4. Reusable Templates & Best Practices
Attendees will walk away with:
The slides from this month’s webinar are available at:
If you are not a CIAOPS patron you want to view or download a full copy of the video from the session you can do so here:
http://www.ciaopsacademy.com.au/p/need-to-know-webinars
Watch out for next month’s webinar.
Join me for the free monthly CIAOPS Need to Know webinar. Along with all the Microsoft Cloud news we’ll be taking a look at AI Agents in Microsoft 365.
Shortly after registering you should receive an automated email from Microsoft Teams confirming your registration, including all the event details as well as a calendar invite.
You can register for the regular monthly webinar here:
(If you are having issues with the above link copy and paste – https://bit.ly/n2k2504)
The details are:
CIAOPS Need to Know Webinar – April 2025
Wednesday 23rd of April 2025
11.00am – 12.00am Sydney Time
All sessions are recorded and posted to the CIAOPS Academy.
The CIAOPS Need to Know Webinars are free to attend but if you want to receive the recording of the session you need to sign up as a CIAOPS patron which you can do here:
or purchase them individually at:
Also feel free at any stage to email me directly via director@ciaops.com with your webinar topic suggestions.
I’d also appreciate you sharing information about this webinar with anyone you feel may benefit from the session and I look forward to seeing you there.
The slides from this month’s webinar are available at:
If you are not a CIAOPS patron you want to view or download a full copy of the video from the session you can do so here:
http://www.ciaopsacademy.com.au/p/need-to-know-webinars
Watch out for next month’s webinar.
Join me for the free monthly CIAOPS Need to Know webinar. Along with all the Microsoft Cloud news we’ll be taking a look at Loop in Microsoft 365 once again.
Shortly after registering you should receive an automated email from Microsoft Teams confirming your registration, including all the event details as well as a calendar invite.
You can register for the regular monthly webinar here:
February Webinar Registrations
(If you are having issues with the above link copy and paste – https://bit.ly/n2k2502)
The details are:
CIAOPS Need to Know Webinar – February 2025
Friday 21st of February 2025
11.00am – 12.00am Sydney Time
All sessions are recorded and posted to the CIAOPS Academy.
The CIAOPS Need to Know Webinars are free to attend but if you want to receive the recording of the session you need to sign up as a CIAOPS patron which you can do here:
or purchase them individually at:
Also feel free at any stage to email me directly via director@ciaops.com with your webinar topic suggestions.
I’d also appreciate you sharing information about this webinar with anyone you feel may benefit from the session and I look forward to seeing you there.
Join me for the free monthly CIAOPS Need to Know webinar. Along with all the Microsoft Cloud news we’ll be taking a look at Data Protection in Microsoft 365 once again.
Shortly after registering you should receive an automated email from Microsoft Teams confirming your registration, including all the event details as well as a calendar invite.
You can register for the regular monthly webinar here:
(If you are having issues with the above link copy and paste – https://bit.ly/n2k2501)
The details are:
CIAOPS Need to Know Webinar – January 2025
Thursday 30th of January 2025
11.00am – 12.00am Sydney Time
All sessions are recorded and posted to the CIAOPS Academy.
The CIAOPS Need to Know Webinars are free to attend but if you want to receive the recording of the session you need to sign up as a CIAOPS patron which you can do here:
or purchase them individually at:
Also feel free at any stage to email me directly via director@ciaops.com with your webinar topic suggestions.
I’d also appreciate you sharing information about this webinar with anyone you feel may benefit from the session and I look forward to seeing you there.
The slides from this month’s webinar are available at:
If you are not a CIAOPS patron you want to view or download a full copy of the video from the session you can do so here:
http://www.ciaopsacademy.com.au/p/need-to-know-webinars
Watch out for next month’s webinar.
Introduction and Webinar Details: Robert welcomed participants to the December 2024 need-to-know webinar, acknowledged the holiday season, and provided information on accessing the recording and shared resources. He also mentioned the creation of a Teams shared channel for updates. 0:06
Microsoft 365 Updates: Robert discussed updates and new features coming to Microsoft 365, including enhancements to Copilot, the ability to add images from Copilot in Word and PowerPoint, and the importance of AI in various Microsoft services. 2:04
Intune and Security Updates: Robert highlighted improvements in Intune, including the deprecation of older admin templates in favor of the settings catalog, and the integration of AI in security features. 3:48
GitHub Copilot for VS Code: Robert announced that GitHub Copilot is now available for free for VS Code users, allowing them to write and understand code using AI. He recommended the commercial version for IT professionals. 4:31
Book Recommendation: Robert recommended the book “The Coming Wave” by Mustafa Suleyman, which provides a realistic overview of AI, including its challenges and threats. He also suggested watching Mustafa’s TED talk. 6:18
Copilot Overview: Robert provided an overview of Microsoft Copilot, explaining its integration with Microsoft 365 applications, its reliance on the Microsoft Graph, and its ability to assist with tasks such as meeting summaries, data analysis, and content creation. 7:43
Copilot Licensing and Dependencies: Robert explained the licensing requirements for Copilot, including the need for an annual commitment, and emphasized the importance of having underlying services like identity and security in place for Copilot to function effectively. 10:32
Copilot Studio: Robert introduced Copilot Studio, which allows organizations to customize Copilot for their specific needs, and demonstrated how to create and use custom agents within the Microsoft environment. 14:09
Copilot in Action: Robert demonstrated the use of Copilot in various applications, including Word and Teams, showing how it can generate content, summarize information, and assist with technical queries. 20:04
Admin and Security Considerations: Robert discussed the importance of having security and compliance measures in place before implementing Copilot, and highlighted tools like the Purview portal for managing data security posture. 35:54
Copilot Adoption and Usage: Robert emphasized the need for training and understanding how to use Copilot effectively, and provided insights into driving adoption and monitoring usage within an organization. 51:22
Conclusion and Q&A: Robert concluded the webinar by thanking participants, encouraging feedback, and wishing everyone a happy new year. He also mentioned the availability of the webinar recording and additional resources. 54:09
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