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Monday, May 5
 

8:00am CDT

Migrating to the Cloud: Embracing the Future
Monday May 5, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Description:
Discover the advantages of cloud solutions compared to traditional on-premises infrastructure. Explore a hybrid approach and learn how to leverage tools like Azure Migrate to understand costs and management in the cloud environment.

What you will learn:
  • Benefits of cloud adoption over on-premises solutions.
  • Understanding hybrid cloud opportunities.
  • Steps to transition from current infrastructure to the cloud.
  • Utilizing Azure Migrate for effective planning.
Speakers
avatar for Chad Lich

Chad Lich

Director Azure Infrastructure Specialist, Microsoft
Chad has over 30 years of industry experience across all verticals and technologies, don't even try to put baby in a corner! Strongest corners are Manufacturing, Retail, and Consumer Packaged Goods. With years of experience as a technologist and a BS in Information Management, an... Read More →
avatar for David Brook

David Brook

Managing Consultant | Microsoft MVP, CloudXP Ltd
David Brook is a multi-faceted tech enthusiast, often likened to a Swiss Army knife in the realm of modern technology. His passion lies at the intersection of Automation, DevOps, End User Computing, and the Graph API. With a discerning eye for the ingredients of successful solutions... Read More →
Monday May 5, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Lakes B
  Azure, Strategies
  • format csv

8:00am CDT

Strategies to Save on Microsoft Sentinel Ingestion Costs
Monday May 5, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Description:
Microsoft Sentinel and Defender XDR customers must navigate their monthly data ingestion costs, which can lead to unexpected Azure bills. Gain control over these variable costs with strategies to reduce expenses, potentially saving your organization thousands monthly. Learn how retention and archiving, agent-level pre-collection data filters, commitment tiers, pre-purchase plans, and license entitlements can significantly lower your Azure bill.

What you will learn:
  • Maximize Microsoft 365 E5 and Defender for Servers P2 ingestion credits.
  • Select the right commitment tier and pre-purchase plans, and recognize the optimal times to switch.
  • Utilize DCR XPath queries to filter logs and limit data collection from servers and devices.
  • Develop customized retention and archiving plans, including alternative tier logging.
Speakers
avatar for John Joyner

John Joyner

Microsoft MVP, Senior Director, Technology, AccountabilIT
John is Senior Director, Technology at AccountabilIT, an MSP/MSSP providing NOC & SOC services to organizations around the world. He's a Microsoft Azure MVP and has been awarded Microsoft MVP for 15 years (2007-2023). An author of five books on operations management, his latest book... Read More →
avatar for Morten Knudsen

Morten Knudsen

MVP Azure + Security, MCT, Cloud Security Architect, 2linkIT
Morten is Microsoft MVP (Security & Azure), MCT and holds +20 active certifications. As a Cloud & Security Architect, he is very passionate about Azure Infrastructure, M365, Automation, Security, Hybrid Cloud - and blogs about these topics on mortenknudsen.net. He loves to travel... Read More →
Monday May 5, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Nokomis BC
  Azure, Optimization
  • format csv

10:00am CDT

Azure Landing Zones: Modern Architecture for a Modern Datacenter
Monday May 5, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
We've had datacenters for years. On-Premise, Co-located, or leased; It was only a matter of where the equipment was physically located. We still had the same equipment, connected with the same cables, in the same racks, and managed by the same teams. But what about the cloud? It's just another 'location' right? While many of the workloads haven't changed, the way we deploy, connect, and manage those workloads couldn't be any more different. Enter 'Landing Zones'. The modern approach to workload deployment, management, and governance.


What you will learn:
  • Understand what Azure Landing Zones are.
  • Design workloads to effectively leverage landing zones.
  • Migrate existing workloads to a landing zone design.
  • Consider cost, security, and governance for landing zones.
Speakers
avatar for Donnie Taylor

Donnie Taylor

Microsoft MVP, Architect, GM
With over 20 years in IT, Donnie stands out as a seasoned IT Architect and leader. He's helmed multiple Systems Management user groups and has an impressive record of over 400 speaking engagements. Notably, he's been honored as a Microsoft MVP for Cloud and Datacenter Management for... Read More →
avatar for Scott Corio

Scott Corio

Microsoft MVP, Enterprise Cloud Architect, MMS Staff
Boasting over 20 years in IT, Scott is not only an esteemed Enterprise Cloud Architect for a major healthcare giant, but he's also a distinguished dual-award Microsoft MVP in Cloud & Datacenter Management and Enterprise Mobility. With a diverse portfolio spanning healthcare, non-profit... Read More →
Monday May 5, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Cedar
  Azure, Landing Zones
  • format csv

10:00am CDT

Monitor Your AVD Environment with Azure Virtual Desktop Insights
Monday May 5, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
Monitoring and troubleshooting your Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment can be daunting. Gain insights into Azure Virtual Desktop Insights, including prerequisites, onboarding AVD resources, reviewing existing dashboards, building custom workbooks, and configuring alerts.

What you will learn:
  • Understand the prerequisites for AVD Insights.
  • Learn how existing dashboards/workbooks can assist in monitoring.
  • Gain insights on onboarding AVD resources effectively.
  • Get started with custom workbooks and configuring alerts
Speakers
avatar for Travis Roberts

Travis Roberts

Sr. Technical Trainer, MVP, MCT, Blogger and Enthusiast, Nerdio
Travis Roberts is a Sr. Technical Trainer at Nerdio. He has over 24 years of IT experience in the legal, pharmaceutical, marketing, and other industries. Travis has held numerous technical certifications over the span of his career from Microsoft, VMware, Citrix and Cisco. Travis... Read More →
avatar for Chris Cavazos

Chris Cavazos

Principal Consultant/Practice Technical Lead, Quisitive
Principal Consultant at Quisitive, with over 20 years experience in IT.  Areas of expertise include systems management (Config. Man., Intune), Windows and Windows migration, Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Defender Suite, Windows 365 and on-prem/cloud infrastructure.
Monday May 5, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Harriet

1:00pm CDT

AVD Connectivity: RDP Shortpath and Private Link Strategies
Monday May 5, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Description:
Explore options for accessing Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) while adhering to strict compliance and regulatory requirements. RDP Shortpath and AVD Private Link enable private network connectivity. Discover deployment considerations and how each option integrates with existing networks.

What you will learn:
  • Understand how RDP Shortpath utilizes public and private networks.
  • Learn how to maintain AVD connections on a private network using AVD Private Link.
  • Identify key deployment considerations for RDP Shortpath and Private Link.
  • Gain insights into network integration for secure AVD connectivity.
Speakers
avatar for Travis Roberts

Travis Roberts

Sr. Technical Trainer, MVP, MCT, Blogger and Enthusiast, Nerdio
Travis Roberts is a Sr. Technical Trainer at Nerdio. He has over 24 years of IT experience in the legal, pharmaceutical, marketing, and other industries. Travis has held numerous technical certifications over the span of his career from Microsoft, VMware, Citrix and Cisco. Travis... Read More →
avatar for Chris Cavazos

Chris Cavazos

Principal Consultant/Practice Technical Lead, Quisitive
Principal Consultant at Quisitive, with over 20 years experience in IT.  Areas of expertise include systems management (Config. Man., Intune), Windows and Windows migration, Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Defender Suite, Windows 365 and on-prem/cloud infrastructure.
Monday May 5, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Harriet
  Azure, Connectivity
  • format csv

1:00pm CDT

Azure Arc to the Rescue: Secure and Manage Everything
Monday May 5, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Description:
Bring order to hybrid environments with Azure Arc. Learn how Azure Arc enables consistent management and robust security across on-premises and multi-cloud infrastructures. Discover tools like Azure Policy and Defender for Cloud that are essential for hybrid IT admins.

What you will learn:
  • Discover how Azure Arc extends Azure management to any infrastructure.
  • Implement Azure Policy, Update Manager, and Defender for Cloud in your hybrid strategy.
  • Explore advanced use cases, such as Kubernetes and app modernization, under the Arc umbrella.
  • Understand the integration of Azure Arc with existing IT workflows for seamless operations.
Speakers
avatar for Kristopher Turner

Kristopher Turner

Microsoft MVP, Product Technology Architect, TierPoint
I am a Product Technology Architect currently living in the western mountains of Virginia. My interests range from technology to homesteading. I also love spending time in the woodshop, making things out of wood with my hands. Let's not forget about smoking, Texas BBQ that is. Slow... Read More →
avatar for Rob York

Rob York

Product Manager, Microsoft
Program Manager at Microsoft for Windows Commercial and cloud-native transition to Intune.
avatar for Chad Lich

Chad Lich

Director Azure Infrastructure Specialist, Microsoft
Chad has over 30 years of industry experience across all verticals and technologies, don't even try to put baby in a corner! Strongest corners are Manufacturing, Retail, and Consumer Packaged Goods. With years of experience as a technologist and a BS in Information Management, an... Read More →
Monday May 5, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Minnetonka A
  Azure, Hybrid IT
  • format csv

1:00pm CDT

Azure Update Manager: Patching Servers from the Cloud
Monday May 5, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Description:
Organizations migrating to the cloud are reassessing their server infrastructure and patching strategies. Compare the processes of patching servers both in the cloud and on-premises using ConfigMgr versus Azure Arc Update Automation to determine the best solution for your needs.

What you will learn:
  • Understand the capabilities of Azure Arc Update Management.
  • Identify limitations of Azure Arc Update Management.
  • Assess whether Azure Update Manager fits your organization's needs.
  • Learn best practices for implementing cloud-based patching.
Speakers
avatar for Andy Rivas

Andy Rivas

Principal Product Manager, Microsoft
Andy has spent the past five years building Microsoft Connected Cache software and services to enable reliable and cost-efficient delivery of content to Microsoft customers. If you’re an Enterprise admin, ISP, NSP, or IX, talk to Andy about how you can save internet bandwidth and... Read More →
avatar for Bryan Dam

Bryan Dam

Patch Lover Extraordinaire, Patch My PC
After 15 years as a system administrator, most recently at a large Midwest supermarket, I've spent the last few as a software developer focused on trying to solve the day-to-day problems facing system adminsitrators. I'm active in the online support communities and most days you'll... Read More →
Monday May 5, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Nokomis BC
 
Tuesday, May 6
 

8:00am CDT

Application Insights: An In-Depth Exploration
Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Description:
Monitoring applications in Azure can seem complex without access to application-level logs. Application Insights simplifies this process by providing essential metrics and out-of-the-box dashboard views, regardless of your development language or Azure environment. Gain insights into statistics, performance, failures, and overall load with raw data from Log Analytics.

What you will learn:
  • Understand monitoring and observability requirements.
  • Explore Application Insights architecture and use cases.
  • Experience hands-on demos of Application Insights features.
  • Learn how to leverage insights for performance optimization.
Speakers
avatar for Peter De Tender

Peter De Tender

Microsoft Technical Trainer, Microsoft
Peter has an extensive background in architecting, deploying, managing and training Microsoft technologies, dating back to Windows NT4 Server in 1996, all the way to the latest and modern cloud solutions available in Azure today. With a passion for cloud Architecture, Devops and Security... Read More →
avatar for Brian Wren

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft
Brian Wren is a Principal Content Developer with Microsoft focusing on cloud management technologies including Azure Monitor. He has produced extensive documentation and training materials for System Center, most notably management pack authoring in Operations Manager, and is carrying... Read More →
Tuesday May 6, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Lakes A

10:00am CDT

Device Management Automation: Achieve Desired Results
Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
Learn how Azure Automation can enhance Intune management by automating tasks such as wiping devices when employees leave and generating reports on outdated apps. Dive into advanced tools like Azure Function Apps, Logic Apps, and Monitor Jobs, beyond standard remediations. Explore securing automation jobs, including permissions and device communication. Streamline device management while boosting security with powerful automation techniques.

What you will learn:
  • Real-world examples of how solutions fit into workflows.
  • Supercharge your 'What if' scenarios for better decision-making.
  • Understanding how to configure automation tools for your environment.
  • Techniques to further secure your automation tooling.
Speakers
avatar for Maurice Daly

Maurice Daly

Microsoft MVP, Senior Security Architect, Patch My PC
Maurice has been working in the IT industry for the past 20 years. His focus is around the areas of Windows deployment, device management, Azure AD and secure productivity, Maurice has been an MCSE since 2008 and was awarded his first MVP award in the area of Enterprise Mobility in... Read More →
avatar for David Brook

David Brook

Managing Consultant | Microsoft MVP, CloudXP Ltd
David Brook is a multi-faceted tech enthusiast, often likened to a Swiss Army knife in the realm of modern technology. His passion lies at the intersection of Automation, DevOps, End User Computing, and the Graph API. With a discerning eye for the ingredients of successful solutions... Read More →
Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Minnetonka B

10:00am CDT

Graph 301 : Advanced Techniques with Microsoft Graph
Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
Elevate your Microsoft Graph skills with advanced techniques essential for operationalizing Microsoft Graph for automation needs. Delve into complex topics and gain the knowledge to leverage Microsoft Graph effectively in your projects.

What you will learn:
  • Securing identities: Secure user and workload identities used to manage Microsoft Graph.
  • Optimizing queries: Master the use of query parameters to get precise results.
  • Streamlined automation: Integrate with additional services to enhance automation workflows.
  • Best practices for error handling and troubleshooting in Microsoft Graph.
Speakers
avatar for Greg Ramsey

Greg Ramsey

Microsoft MVP, Senior Enterprise Architect, MMS Staff
Greg Ramsey is a Senior Distinguished Engineer at Dell Technologies and an Enterprise Mobility MVP. He holds a B.S. in Computer Sciences and Engineering from Ohio State University and has co-authored numerous books. Greg is a board member of the Northwest System Center User Group... Read More →
avatar for Sean Bulger

Sean Bulger

Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist, Microsoft
Sean is a Cloud Endpoint Technical Specialist at Microsoft. Prior to joining Microsoft, he was a consulting engineer at a large partner and an Enterprise Mobility MVP. Sean credits the community for empowering him to grow personally and professionally and seeks to encourage others... Read More →
Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Minnetonka A

10:00am CDT

Migration Strategies for Azure Monitor in Enterprise Monitoring
Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
With the onboarding of computers to Azure Arc-enabled servers, the demand for cloud-native Azure tools to replace legacy monitoring platforms is increasing. Azure Monitor, in conjunction with Azure Arc and Azure Policy, offers a powerful management experience at competitive costs. Learn the key steps in planning a migration to Azure Monitor, including cost estimation and practical tips developed from successful migrations.

What you will learn:
  • Adapting, customizing, and deploying Azure Monitor Baseline Alerts (AMBA) in any environment.
  • Creating your Azure Monitor observability pipeline with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Azure Policy.
  • Protocols for tuning Azure Monitor alert rules to rapidly reduce noise and enhance fidelity.
  • Connecting Azure Monitor to your ticketing/ITSM application via an Azure Logic App.
Speakers
avatar for Kristopher Turner

Kristopher Turner

Microsoft MVP, Product Technology Architect, TierPoint
I am a Product Technology Architect currently living in the western mountains of Virginia. My interests range from technology to homesteading. I also love spending time in the woodshop, making things out of wood with my hands. Let's not forget about smoking, Texas BBQ that is. Slow... Read More →
avatar for John Joyner

John Joyner

Microsoft MVP, Senior Director, Technology, AccountabilIT
John is Senior Director, Technology at AccountabilIT, an MSP/MSSP providing NOC & SOC services to organizations around the world. He's a Microsoft Azure MVP and has been awarded Microsoft MVP for 15 years (2007-2023). An author of five books on operations management, his latest book... Read More →
Tuesday May 6, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Nokomis BC
  Azure, Monitoring
  • format csv

1:00pm CDT

Connecting the Dots: Pillars of Success in Device Management
Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Description:
Discover the intersection of DevOps, automation, and device management to elevate success in the Microsoft ecosystem. Gain insights on leveraging Azure Automation, DevOps pipelines, and device management tools for a seamless, secure, and agile management experience.

What you will learn:
  • Integrate Azure infrastructure with DevOps pipelines for streamlined device management.
  • Implement best practices to enhance security and agility in device management configurations.
  • Explore real-world scenarios where these solutions can be effectively applied.
  • Identify collaboration strategies between device admins and developers.
Speakers
avatar for Donnie Taylor

Donnie Taylor

Microsoft MVP, Architect, GM
With over 20 years in IT, Donnie stands out as a seasoned IT Architect and leader. He's helmed multiple Systems Management user groups and has an impressive record of over 400 speaking engagements. Notably, he's been honored as a Microsoft MVP for Cloud and Datacenter Management for... Read More →
avatar for David Brook

David Brook

Managing Consultant | Microsoft MVP, CloudXP Ltd
David Brook is a multi-faceted tech enthusiast, often likened to a Swiss Army knife in the realm of modern technology. His passion lies at the intersection of Automation, DevOps, End User Computing, and the Graph API. With a discerning eye for the ingredients of successful solutions... Read More →
Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Nokomis BC

3:00pm CDT

Data Collection Rules Demystified
Tuesday May 6, 2025 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Description:
Data collection rules (DCRs) are essential to the Azure Monitor data collection strategy. Learn to customize DCRs to control costs, create effective queries, and protect sensitive data. Understand how DCRs work and explore various options for utilizing them. Gain the skills to collect, format, and send data as needed.

What you will learn:
  • Scenarios currently supported by DCRs and strategies for additional scenarios.
  • How to create and update DCRs using both the portal and automated methods.
  • Examples of different data collection scenarios using simple and complex transformations.
  • Techniques for hiding sensitive data during collection.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Corio

Scott Corio

Microsoft MVP, Enterprise Cloud Architect, MMS Staff
Boasting over 20 years in IT, Scott is not only an esteemed Enterprise Cloud Architect for a major healthcare giant, but he's also a distinguished dual-award Microsoft MVP in Cloud & Datacenter Management and Enterprise Mobility. With a diverse portfolio spanning healthcare, non-profit... Read More →
avatar for Brian Wren

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft
Brian Wren is a Principal Content Developer with Microsoft focusing on cloud management technologies including Azure Monitor. He has produced extensive documentation and training materials for System Center, most notably management pack authoring in Operations Manager, and is carrying... Read More →
Tuesday May 6, 2025 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Nokomis BC
  Azure, Azure Monitor
  • format csv
 
Wednesday, May 7
 

10:00am CDT

Azure Local: Stay Sane While Staying On-Prem
Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
Azure Local modernizes your on-prem infrastructure, but managing hybrid environments can be challenging. Gain practical tips and tools to maintain sanity while maximizing Azure Local's capabilities, especially with Azure Arc integration.

What you will learn:
  • Tips for managing hybrid complexity with Azure Local's streamlined tools.
  • Azure Arc integration for unified management and security.
  • Real-world use cases to make your hybrid deployment stress-free.
  • Managing expectations from an ever-evolving cloud product.
Speakers
avatar for Kristopher Turner

Kristopher Turner

Microsoft MVP, Product Technology Architect, TierPoint
I am a Product Technology Architect currently living in the western mountains of Virginia. My interests range from technology to homesteading. I also love spending time in the woodshop, making things out of wood with my hands. Let's not forget about smoking, Texas BBQ that is. Slow... Read More →
avatar for Chad Lich

Chad Lich

Director Azure Infrastructure Specialist, Microsoft
Chad has over 30 years of industry experience across all verticals and technologies, don't even try to put baby in a corner! Strongest corners are Manufacturing, Retail, and Consumer Packaged Goods. With years of experience as a technologist and a BS in Information Management, an... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Harriet
  Azure, Azure Local
  • format csv

10:00am CDT

Unified Management in Azure and Modernizing ConfigMgr
Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
Azure Arc is evolving to deliver a unified management experience for Azure services across Arc-enabled machines and native Azure resources. Gain insights on streamlined onboarding and enhanced visibility into your machines while shaping this unified approach.

What you will learn:
  • Overview of Azure Arc and how it extends the Azure control plane to manage infrastructure and compute resources in other clouds.
  • Demo of Azure management services covering updates, change and inventory, monitoring, policy, and machine configuration.
  • How Azure management services assist ConfigMgr customers in modernizing their management experiences.
  • Roadmap of upcoming releases and features for Azure management services.
Speakers
avatar for Rob York

Rob York

Product Manager, Microsoft
Program Manager at Microsoft for Windows Commercial and cloud-native transition to Intune.
Wednesday May 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Nokomis BC
  Azure, Management
  • format csv

1:00pm CDT

Cut Costs, Not Corners in Azure Monitor
Wednesday May 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Description:
Avoid unnecessary expenses in Azure Monitor by learning to filter data effectively and store it cost-efficiently. Discover strategies to lower your monitoring bill while meeting your requirements, utilizing both core features and creative customizations.

What you will learn:
  • Standard and custom methods for filtering data without losing functionality.
  • Options and strategies for storing telemetry to optimize cost.
  • Analyzing your charges to ensure you're cost-optimizing your monitoring configuration.
  • Best practices for configuring Azure Monitor for cost efficiency.
Speakers
avatar for Peter De Tender

Peter De Tender

Microsoft Technical Trainer, Microsoft
Peter has an extensive background in architecting, deploying, managing and training Microsoft technologies, dating back to Windows NT4 Server in 1996, all the way to the latest and modern cloud solutions available in Azure today. With a passion for cloud Architecture, Devops and Security... Read More →
avatar for Brian Wren

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft
Brian Wren is a Principal Content Developer with Microsoft focusing on cloud management technologies including Azure Monitor. He has produced extensive documentation and training materials for System Center, most notably management pack authoring in Operations Manager, and is carrying... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Harriet
  Azure, Azure Monitor
  • format csv

3:00pm CDT

Building Blocks for Azure Automation: Practical Tips for Endpoint Tooling
Wednesday May 7, 2025 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Description:
Explore essential cloud-based tools for automating tasks in the Azure environment. Discover how to utilize Azure Functions, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Table Storage, all integrated with PowerShell. Walk through a seamless Auto Logon solution and learn how to sync graph data to devices for local scripting. Identify various problems that can be effectively solved using these building blocks.

What you will learn:
  • Understand the basic building blocks for automating common tasks in Azure.
  • Learn how to combine these building blocks to solve real-world problems.
  • Discover how to integrate them all using PowerShell.
  • Identify other problems that can be addressed with these tools.
Speakers
avatar for Steven Hosking

Steven Hosking

Windows Commercial CAT, Microsoft
With 20 years of experience in end use compute management, across internal, consultant, and now Vendor, Steven can provide a unique point of view. He is also one of the founding members of the highly popular Intune.training series.
avatar for Adam Gross

Adam Gross

Microsoft MVP, Co-Host of Intune.Training, A Square Dozen
Adam Gross is a Microsoft Intune and Windows 365 MVP and End User Computing Manager at Chevron Phillips Chemical Co. in The Woodlands, TX where he shares management duties for a ConfigMgr and Intune infrastructure which supports ~9000 clients. He’s also a consultant for System... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Lakes A
  Azure, Tooling
  • format csv

3:00pm CDT

Revamping Management and Governance with Azure Monitor
Wednesday May 7, 2025 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Description:
Migrating from legacy agents to the Azure Monitor Agent (AMA) introduces new challenges and opportunities for operations and security teams. Gain insights into Azure Monitor Data Collection Endpoints (DCE), Data Collection Rules (DCR), and Data Collection Rule Associations (DCRA). Develop a governance framework utilizing Azure Policy to automate and enforce monitoring objectives. Understand how to deploy and adapt Microsoft’s Azure Monitor Baseline Alerts (AMBA) for an efficient enterprise monitoring solution.

What you will learn:
  • Best practices for deploying Azure Monitor/Microsoft Sentinel pipeline artifacts using Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Utilizing Azure Monitor Baseline Alerts (AMBA) for various IaaS and PaaS monitoring solutions.
  • Tips for successful rollout and management of Azure Monitor Alert rules, including Windows Server and Active Directory.
  • Methods to tune Azure Monitor alerts for an effective override strategy.
Speakers
avatar for John Joyner

John Joyner

Microsoft MVP, Senior Director, Technology, AccountabilIT
John is Senior Director, Technology at AccountabilIT, an MSP/MSSP providing NOC & SOC services to organizations around the world. He's a Microsoft Azure MVP and has been awarded Microsoft MVP for 15 years (2007-2023). An author of five books on operations management, his latest book... Read More →
avatar for Brian Wren

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft
Brian Wren is a Principal Content Developer with Microsoft focusing on cloud management technologies including Azure Monitor. He has produced extensive documentation and training materials for System Center, most notably management pack authoring in Operations Manager, and is carrying... Read More →
Wednesday May 7, 2025 3:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Harriet
  Azure, Governance
  • format csv
 
Thursday, May 8
 

8:00am CDT

Mastering Chaos Engineering with Azure Chaos Studio
Thursday May 8, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Description:
Discover the transformative power of chaos engineering using Azure Chaos Studio. Learn to simulate outages and stress-test environments to build more resilient systems. Gain insights on uncovering vulnerabilities and turning potential failures into growth opportunities through a hands-on demo.

What you will learn:
  • Core principles of chaos engineering.
  • Strengthening production workloads through controlled chaos.
  • Deep dive into Azure Chaos Studio's capabilities with a practical demo.
  • Strategies for implementing chaos engineering in your organization.
Speakers
avatar for Peter De Tender

Peter De Tender

Microsoft Technical Trainer, Microsoft
Peter has an extensive background in architecting, deploying, managing and training Microsoft technologies, dating back to Windows NT4 Server in 1996, all the way to the latest and modern cloud solutions available in Azure today. With a passion for cloud Architecture, Devops and Security... Read More →
avatar for Brian Wren

Brian Wren

Principal Content Developer & Monitoring Guru, Microsoft
Brian Wren is a Principal Content Developer with Microsoft focusing on cloud management technologies including Azure Monitor. He has produced extensive documentation and training materials for System Center, most notably management pack authoring in Operations Manager, and is carrying... Read More →
Thursday May 8, 2025 8:00am - 9:45am CDT
Nokomis BC
  Azure, Resilience
  • format csv

10:00am CDT

Governance as Code: Managing Azure with DevOps Repositories and Pipelines
Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Description:
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) emphasizes the importance of version control and delivery automation for production resource deployments. Explore how to govern Azure as code, focusing on deploying governance needs via Bicep and managing controls like resources.

What you will learn:
  • Deploy 'Governance as Code' via DevOps pipelines.
  • Manage role-based access effectively.
  • Implement and manage Azure Policy.
  • Monitor and control Azure costs efficiently.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Corio

Scott Corio

Microsoft MVP, Enterprise Cloud Architect, MMS Staff
Boasting over 20 years in IT, Scott is not only an esteemed Enterprise Cloud Architect for a major healthcare giant, but he's also a distinguished dual-award Microsoft MVP in Cloud & Datacenter Management and Enterprise Mobility. With a diverse portfolio spanning healthcare, non-profit... Read More →
avatar for David Brook

David Brook

Managing Consultant | Microsoft MVP, CloudXP Ltd
David Brook is a multi-faceted tech enthusiast, often likened to a Swiss Army knife in the realm of modern technology. His passion lies at the intersection of Automation, DevOps, End User Computing, and the Graph API. With a discerning eye for the ingredients of successful solutions... Read More →
Thursday May 8, 2025 10:00am - 11:45am CDT
Harriet
  Azure, Governance
  • format csv

1:00pm CDT

Azure Developer CLI: Deploying End-to-End Azure Environments for Non-Developers
Thursday May 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Description:
Infrastructure as code enables efficient cloud deployments, but applications are essential too. AZD - Azure Developer CLI simplifies the process, ideal for non-developers. Demos will showcase how Microsoft’s Technical Trainers use it for streamlined deployments in training.

What you will learn:
  • Recap on Infrastructure as Code with Azure Bicep.
  • Prerequisites to use Azure Developer CLI and additional tools.
  • Deep dive into AZD CLI with compelling demos.
  • Learn how to streamline deployment processes for training.
Speakers
avatar for Peter De Tender

Peter De Tender

Microsoft Technical Trainer, Microsoft
Peter has an extensive background in architecting, deploying, managing and training Microsoft technologies, dating back to Windows NT4 Server in 1996, all the way to the latest and modern cloud solutions available in Azure today. With a passion for cloud Architecture, Devops and Security... Read More →
avatar for Thomas Kurth

Thomas Kurth

CEO, baseVISION AG
I’m a consultant and architect for modern workplace and security projects with Microsoft Technologies. I published many blogs and community tools like the M365Documentation solution and am awarded as Microsoft MVP for Enterprise Mobility and Security.I love to push and design solutions... Read More →
Thursday May 8, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Nokomis BC
  Azure, DevOps
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