As we enter the New Year, many government agencies continue to resolve to take advantage of cloud computing. However, oftentimes, agencies find that they are stuck, unprepared and seeking ways to help them transition to the cloud.With these challenges in mind we are kicking off 2018 with this can't-miss Meetup featuring a speaker lineup of cloud experts who will help you figure out where to begin and what valuable training resources are availa...

Cloud is the ideal platform for leveraging the full value of artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies. Doing so, however, requires a solid grasp of what's possible -- and a clear plan for turning the available tools and technologies into mission-enabling applications. Don't miss this opportunity to network and learn with fellow developers and AI practitioners. During this special evening meetup, you can dig into cloud-based Wats...

While cloud is becoming the new normal for government, agencies are still challenged with the daunting task of IT modernization and developing a cohesive cloud migration strategy. Oftentimes, what’s holding back progress is that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all cloud playbook. That, combined with agency culture, hinders many agencies from making their move to cloud.Please register and join the Azure Government DC user community for...

For government, cybersecurity isn’t only a challenge—it can be a roadblock standing in the path of long-awaited digital transformation. Agencies are tasked with balancing the highest security measures with innovation, as today’s employees and citizens alike insist that their data be conveniently available anytime, anywhere. Be sure to register and join us for this special-edition Microsoft Azure Gov Meetup on "The Intersectio...

You’re invited to a special-edition Microsoft Azure Government Meetup, "Intersection of Cybersecurity & Digital Transformation for Gov" Wednesday, Oct. 18, 6 - 8:30 p.m. at 1776 in Washington, DC. This can’t-miss Meetup features Mark Russinovich, Microsoft Azure CTO, a widely recognized Microsoft Technical Fellow, and accomplished author. Mark will share his vision on the outlook for cloud computing; confidential computing; cyb...

We're excited and gearing up for our next Microsoft Azure Gov DC Meetup, The Power of Data Analytics to Transform Government, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 6 – 8:30 p.m. at 1776 in Washington, DC. Be sure to RSVP to join us to hear about the advancements in big data and predictive analytics, see demos, and get insight to how analytics is helping emergency preparedness, response and recovery missions. As always this Meetup is FREE and open to the...

Hybrid cloud is critical to government IT transformation, which means storing data on-premises and in the cloud. Keeping up with ever-changing IT environments presents myriad challenges for organizations. Please register today and join us for the Microsoft Azure Government DC Meetup, Managing the Changing Hybrid Cloud Environment in Gov, on Wed., May 31, from 6 - 8:30 p.m., at 1776. We are excited to feature Brian Harrison, cloud solution arch...

Data is all around us, and it is becoming increasingly hard to abstract relevant insights from our data that lead to intelligent action. With this in mind, we invite you to join us for this can't-miss Meetup where you will hear about the advanced analytics capabilities, and see how raw data is transformed into actionable insight used to save lives. One use case we'll discuss is the recent White House “call to action” around traffic...

Offering myriad possibilities, cognitive services teach computers to understand the world as humans do. This emerging technology can provide exciting and powerful capabilities for government agencies to better meet their unique missions and improve citizen services and engagement. To hear how cognitive services can advance government, RSVP and join us for this Meetup, Learning How to Apply Cognitive Services to Your Agency's Mission. We are ex...