Alec Harrison - Host @ Azure Cloud Talk

Essential AI Certifications for Security & Data Engineering learning from Dwayne MCT, MVP, and holder of most if not all certifications!

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First episode of Engineer in the Loop is out! Check it out!
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Cursor's tier one support bot lied to customers about a policy that didn't exist. Causing a mass of customers to cancel their subscriptions. Did they address the issue soon enough, could they have prevented this? Check out the next episode! azure-cloud-talk.simplecast.com/episodes/cur...

Did you know in addition to your own Microsoft certifications expiring the exams themselves get replaced?
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I don't know how many tech founders origin stories start with "I met a guy in a bar", but that's how @coryodaniel.com of Massdriver story started. Check out the next episode and new season

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Be sure to check out #Episode 308 of the #MVPbuzzChat interview series with (dual) Azure and AI Platform MVP, Alec Harrison (@alec13355.bsky.social), based in Omaha, Nebraska. buff.ly/9TwDSGl #MVPbuzz

Do you know the difference between RAG and fine tuning? Check out the latest episode of Azure Cloud Talk to learn more!

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Azure service endpoint versus private endpoint issues! This week on Azure cloud talk!
With 🎼Brian Gorman, MCSD, MCT, Azure MVP, MS Learn Expert and Troy Hite!

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We have power! Now back to our regularly scheduled programming Azure Cloud Talk! This episode Troy Hite goes over how teams at Microsoft come together to solve complex problems!

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Curious what a CSA or a TSP is at Microsoft? Troy Hite helps enlighten us on what each role is and how we can engage with them on this episode of Azure Cloud Talk!

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Ever thought landing zones were just a push-button solution? In our latest Azure Cloud Talk episode, Troy Hite..

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AI Productivity stats

AI is revolutionizing almost every industry. I see a lot of people complaining or suggesting that AI is overhyped, worthless, a bubble ready to burst, and more...

However the numbers don't lie. With 81% of workers saying they don't use AI and the ones that do use AI being up to 40% more productive

🔄 From Director to Practitioner—The Big Switch

On the latest Azure Cloud Talk, Chris Thompson shares his journey from leadership back to hands-on work. Why? The love of building, problem-solving, and staying sharp in the field.

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AI won’t replace you—people using AI will.

In our latest Azure Cloud Talk, we break down how AI is a force multiplier, not a job killer. The winners? Those who adapt. The losers? Those who ignore it

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The latest episode of Azure Cloud Talk is out! If you're more of the reading type, check out my summary here, or listen to it at this URL azure-cloud-talk.simplecast...

👞➡️💻 From selling shoes to automating DevOps! On this week’s #AzureCloudTalk, we sit down with Chris Thompson, founder of Opt Quality, to talk flattening orgs, killing red tape, and the future of ...

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Not all new tech is worth chasing! @consultwithgriff.com explains why he steers clear of bleeding-edge tools and resume-driven development, focusing instead...
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From Code to Clarity: Coaching for Purpose-Driven Software Engineers Helping seasoned software engineers uncover their purpose, align their careers, and build a life they love through personalized coaching and actionable strategies.

🚀 From code to clarity! 🎯
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Starting fresh isn’t always the best approach! @consultwithgriff.com explains why he prefers brownfield projects over greenfield, emphasizing the value of improving....
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🚀 Just switched from Descript to Riverside for podcast editing, and I’m blown away! 🎙️✨ AI-powered cleanup, seamless recording, and easy publishing—this tool does it all. Check out my latest blog to see why I made the switch! 👇 #Podcasting #AI
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If an AI assistant could instantly teach you one mind-blowing Azure or AI skill, what would it be—and why is it definitely world domination with Logic Apps? 🤖😆

Ever feel like you're trapped in a cycle of tweaking AI prompts but never quite getting the right response? Let’s talk about how to break free from the...
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Kevin Griffin shares his unexpected journey to becoming a CTO and why he prefers brownfield projects over greenfield development. Is rewriting ...
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For sure! I think legacy code gives you a fun list of constraints. I think it’s also hard to get the same level of complexity unless your green field project runs for many years and you’re always building on it.

Otherwise, I think you get a lot of experience building CRUD backend for frontend apps

Is rewriting software (aka green field) development always the best? @consultwithgriff.com would say no, not always. azure-cloud-talk.simplecast...

In today's fast-paced world, technology and networking play pivotal roles in shaping industries and personal connections. The intersection of these two fields brings about what we call "tech brew," a dynamic blend of innovation and relationship-buildi
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OpenAI's latest announcement of GPT4.5! Super excited about it's launch!

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The question of whether user groups are dying is an intriguing one. User groups, which have traditionally been communities of individuals with shared interests, often centered around specific tech
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