Learning Microsoft Azure • Jonah Andersson & Håkan Silfvernagel • GOTO 2024

This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club. #GOTOcon #GOTObookclub

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Jonah Andersson - Senior Azure Consultant at Solidify & Author of "Learning Microsoft Azure" @jonahandersson
Håkan Silfvernagel - Senior AI Architect at Sopra Steria & Microsoft AI MVP @hakansilfvernagel7566

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Jonah Andersson, interviewed by Håkan Silfvernagel, shared her experiences writing "Learning Microsoft Azure". With a focus on making the content accessible for beginners, she carefully structured the book to cover essential Azure topics such as cloud computing fundamentals, security, and AI, while drawing on insights from experts in her network, including Microsoft Certified Trainers and MVPs.

Over nearly two years, Jonah Andersson navigated the challenges of a rapidly evolving tech landscape, incorporating emerging trends like generative AI. Passionate about fostering inclusivity in tech, she emphasized the importance of mentorship and community support for underrepresented groups, particularly women. Looking ahead, Jonah Andersson expressed a desire to write a biography that reflects her life lessons and professional journey in technology.

TIMECODES
00:00 Intro
01:04 From civil engineer aspirations to Azure author
07:06 A beginner-friendly Azure guide
13:04 Transformation to a confident public speaker
17:26 Advocate for diversity, inclusion & mentorship in tech
20:56 Advice for aspiring tech professionals & women in tech
27:37 The journey of writing an Azure book
35:30 Outro

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