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Last week, we welcomed around 50 AI enthusiasts at Microsoft Österreich for AI Community Day Vienna for an afternoon of exploring the latest Microsoft AI innovations, real-world use cases, networking, and inspiring discussions. The Global AI Community is a worldwide network of AI enthusiasts, professionals, and organizations dedicated to sharing knowledge, learning, and building innovative solutions. Through local chapters and global events, it connects people passionate about artificial intelligence, offering opportunities for collaboration, education, and growth. The AI Community Day Vienna was organized by the Global AI Chapter Vienna. ...

Starting today, Microsoft Copilot Studio users can harness the power of GPT-5, the most advanced generative AI model from OpenAI, to build smarter, faster, and more capable custom copilots. This release marks a major milestone in enterprise AI, bringing enhanced reasoning, dynamic orchestration, and real-time model routing directly into the hands of developers and organizations. Users can now integrate OpenAI’s most advanced generative model GPT-5 ****into their custom agents. The model can be selected in agents´s Settings. ...

Mit Almdudler verbindet uns von atwork nicht nur der Mut zur Innovation, sondern auch ein gemeinsames Verständnis: Technologie soll den Menschen stärken und unterstützen. Wir sind stolz auf die gemeinsame Microsoft 365 Copilot Referenz mit Almdudler und Microsoft. Wir freuen uns das bekannte und traditionsreiche Unternehmen Almdudler - DER Limonade-Klassiker in Österreich - beim Einsatz von Microsoft 365 Copilot zu unterstützen und Künstliche Intelligenz (KI) Lösungen in den Arbeitsalltag zu integrieren. Wir bedanken uns auch besonders bei Sabine Ruso, Leitung People & Culture bei Almdudler, die die Digitalisierung und den Einsatz von KI im Unternehmen vorantreibt. ...

On April 4, 2025, Microsoft marked its 50th anniversary, celebrating half a century of technological innovation and global impact. By leveraging Microsoft’s cutting-edge technologies, we at atwork can provide our customers with modern and transformative solutions. Over the past five decades, Microsoft has continually reinvented itself to stay relevant in the ever-evolving tech landscape. From pioneering personal computing to leading advancements in cloud computing and artificial intelligence, Microsoft has consistently driven technological progress. ...

On March 18, 2025, we had the pleasure to organize and enjoy the Global AI Bootcamp Vienna. About 70 tech-savvy individuals gathered to dive into the world of artificial intelligence with Microsoft Azure AI Services, in two tracks, at the Microsoft Austria office. You can find the details of the event here. Martina and I were thrilled to organize the Global AI Bootcamp in Vienna for the first time and to attract so many attendees and great speakers even at such short notice. The enthusiasm and participation we witnessed were truly inspiring and we enjoyed networking. We see this event as the beginning of a new chapter for our group, with great potential for growth in Austria, and we hope to continue this series with even more interested people in the future (as we experienced with our cloudusergroup more than a decade ago). ...

Back in 2022, I began celebrating Women’s History Month, which takes place every March, by highlighting women in technology who inspired me. March 8th is celebrated worldwide as International Women’s Day. At the end of March 2022, it became clear that I wanted to continue the series because we are many. Every woman makes an impact in the industry, and I want all of them to shine. Each of these women has made significant contributions to the tech industry, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. ...

In our data-driven era, gaining insights into user interactions with tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot is essential for enhancing productivity. For administrators, it is vital to know which users are utilizing a Copilot license and the specific services they are engaging with. This information helps in managing licenses effectively, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently. The Microsoft 365 Security Audit Logs offer a detailed view of user activities, including interactions with Copilot, even when the organization’s anonymization settings are enabled. Here’s how this works. ## Get Copilot Usage with Graph Reports ...

Great news for developers! GitHub Copilot, the AI-powered coding assistant, is now available for free in Visual Studio Code (VSCode). This new plan, announced on December 18, 2024, allows anyone with a GitHub account to access Copilot without any trial, subscription, or credit card requirements. ## What Does the GitHub Copilot Free Plan Include? With the free plan, users get: 2000 code completions per month: That’s about 80 completions per working day, which is quite substantial. 50 chat requests per month: This includes access to advanced models like GPT-4o and Claude 3.5 Sonnet. These features make it easier for developers to leverage AI in their coding workflows, enhancing productivity and efficiency. ## New Features and Capabilities ...

Microsoft Ignite 2024 has once again set the stage for innovations and new Microsoft Cloud features. This year’s event was packed with exciting announcements, particularly in the realms of Azure, AI, and Copilot. Here are some impressions from the event in Chicago. ## Book of News First things first: For a comprehensive look at all the exciting announcements and detailed insights from Microsoft Ignite, be sure to visit the Microsoft Ignite 2024 Book of News. This resource is packed with in-depth articles, videos, and updates on the latest innovations in Azure, AI, Copilot, and more. Explore the future of technology and how it can transform your business and daily life. ...

In today’s data-driven world, the ability to quickly analyze and visualize data is crucial for making informed decisions. Microsoft Power BI has long been a powerful tool for business intelligence, and with the introduction of Copilot, it has become even more versatile. See the following resources for activating Copilot for Power BI in your organization. Copilot leverages advanced AI capabilities to assist users in creating reports, analyzing data, and generating insights more efficiently. Enable Copilot in Power BI as described here, to ensure you can take full advantage of this innovative feature. ...