Data & AI Community Day Durban: Season of AI - AI @ Ignite++

ABOUT

Missed Microsoft Ignite? No problem—we’ve got you covered!

That's where we come in! The Azure, AI/ML & Data Community Durban is bringing the best of Microsoft Ignite straight to you—with a little extra! Welcome to Data & AI Community Day Durban: Season of AI — AI @ Ignite++, where we're taking Ignite's biggest AI highlights, adding even more cutting-edge content, and making it accessible to everyone.

So, what's in store?

Whether you're an AI aficionado or just here for the "++," this event is all about ALL things Data & AI, featuring:

• AI at Ignite
• Generative AI
• AI Agents & LLMs
• Database Development
• Streaming Data & Real-Time Analytics
• Real-world AI & Data Use Cases
• Power Platform & Power Apps

Even though Season of AI is a Microsoft initiative, expect content beyond what was discussed at Ignite—including non-Microsoft tech.

Meet the Experts

This full-day, in-person event will feature a mix of 60-minute deep dives and 20-minute lightning talks delivered by top architects, Microsoft MVPs, and industry experts. But we're not stopping there—we're also introducing a panel discussion, giving you the chance to pick the brains of some of the smartest minds in AI & Data!

Venue

As with the previous events, UNISA graciously hosts it. For this event we are at a new venue: Coastlands Musgrave Hotel (315 - 319 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Musgrave, Durban).The event promises to be an exciting, in-depth exploration of artificial intelligence and other hot topics in the realm of Data and AI.

A Community-Driven Event

The Azure, AI/ML & Data Community Durban is built on one simple idea: By the community, for the community. We're here to share, learn, and innovate together—using Azure, AI, and Data to solve real-world problems and make a difference.

Secure your spot now! Whether you're a data scientist, developer, AI enthusiast, or just curious about the future, you don't want to miss this event.

Learn more: https://aimldatadurban.org/events/2025/season-of-ai-ignite/

Important Ticket Information

After you register, you will receive an email with the ticket(s) attached. Please bring that email and attachment with you to the event. It will make the sign-in process go so much smoother! Thank You!

The Azure, AI/ML & Data Community Group

The Azure, AI/ML & Data Community Durban group is a user group for the community, by the community. It is a learning experience where we share, learn, and encourage the community to do more with Azure, AI/ML, and Data to solve problems. Our mission statement as this group is to become and create heroes of society through Azure, AI/ML, and Data. We Do Positive Things through innovation and passion.

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