Microsoft Events brings together experts Cyril Belikoff, Rob Ferguson, and Jonathan Sobel to discuss how software companies can leverage Microsoft’s AI and developer ecosystem for accelerated growth.

Building Agents and AI-Powered Apps for Software Companies (MS Ignite 2025 Breakout)

Overview

This session explains how agents and AI-powered applications are transforming software development for growth and innovation. It covers collaboration opportunities, technical integrations, and the use of advanced Microsoft technologies.

Key Topics

  • Partnerships in Graph Analytics and AI: Insights on how engaging with Microsoft’s ecosystem and partner network enhances graph analytics and AI capabilities.
  • Microsoft’s AI Infrastructure for Developers: Microsoft’s role in advancing AI infrastructure through strategic partnerships with software companies.
  • Open Source and Security Integration: Commitment to open source technologies and integrating Microsoft Defender with GitHub for improved development security practices.
  • Microsoft Startups and the AI Challenge: Exploration of the Microsoft Startups program and challenges developers face in implementing AI.
  • Rapid Development with Azure Logic Apps: Connecting over 1400 services using Azure Logic Apps to streamline app development and system integration.
  • Demo: Building Agents and Local AI Pair Programming: Live demonstration of building agentic solutions and local development workflows using AI-assisted pair programming.
  • Scaling AI—Experimentation to Implementation: Strategies for transitioning from experimental AI projects to large-scale production deployments.
  • Industrial AI Stack and New AI Offerings: Insights into building a robust industrial AI stack and new AI kit announcements available via the Microsoft Marketplace.

Speakers

  • Cyril Belikoff
  • Rob Ferguson
  • Jonathan Sobel

Technical Highlights

  • AI agents for software solutions
  • Secure code practices with Defender and GitHub
  • Rapid, scalable development using Logic Apps
  • Open source integration and developer support
  • Partner ecosystem for scaling software offerings

Resources

Conclusion

This session provides actionable insights and real-world demos showing how Microsoft’s AI, security, and development ecosystem enable software companies to innovate rapidly and scale confidently.