Developing in the Cloud with Azure Functions - In Depth

In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, serverless computing has emerged as a powerful paradigm, enabling developers to build scalable and efficient applications without the overhead of managing infrastructure. "Developing in the Cloud with Azure Functions - In Depth" delves into the core of Microsoft Azure's serverless offering, Azure Functions. This session will provide a comprehensive exploration of Azure Functions, their key features, and practical use cases. Attendees will gain a thorough understanding of how to leverage Azure Functions to create event-driven, scalable solutions seamlessly. We'll uncover best practices for developing, deploying, and managing serverless applications on the Azure platform through detailed discussions and live demonstrations. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to cloud computing, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to harness the full potential of Azure Functions in your cloud development projects.

Speaker: Tamir Al Balkhi

Tamir Al Balkhi is a technology problem solver with 15 years of experience developing innovative and effective solutions for clients across various industries, including healthcare, finance, and retail. From steering small to medium-sized business projects to overseeing large enterprise implementations, Tamir has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and technical prowess. As a cloud architect and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Tamir specializes in designing and delivering best-in-class cloud solutions within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. His agile-first mindset and commitment to a test-driven delivery approach have been instrumental in his ability to deliver projects on time, within budget, and beyond client expectations.

Schedule:
6:00 - 6:30 - Meet 'n Greet with Pizza and Pop
6:30 - 6:45 - Introduction and Welcome - David Rodela
6:45 - 8:00 - Main Presentation - Tamir Al Balkhi
8:00 - ? - (Optional - whoever would like to join) Continue our conversations at Coopers Pub, 780 Burnhamthorpe Rd W (just down the street)

Please note the NEW location - our host TEKSystems has moved to 1290 Central Pkwy W.