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From Model Railroads to Azure Architect: Barret Blake's Journey and the Future of AI

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What happens when a childhood passion for model railroading and computers evolves into a top-tier career in technology? Join us as we sit down with Barret Blake, an Azure Solution Architect from Columbus, Ohio, who was awarded MVP status in 2023. Barret takes us on a journey through his life, sharing personal stories about his family, his love for cooking, and the pivotal moments that led him from a professional developer to a solution architect. You'll hear about the thrilling challenge of re-architecting a startup's application for scalability and cloud deployment, a project that sparked his enthusiasm for designing innovative solutions.
Ever wondered how versatile VB apps can be across different environments? Barret shares his insights on deploying VB apps both in the cloud and on older hardware, highlighting the adaptability of Power Automate Desktop. We discuss its seamless integration into Windows 11 and whether Microsoft envisions it for personal or enterprise use. The conversation takes an exciting turn as we explore the future of AI and Copilot, particularly their potential to revolutionize routine tasks and optimize user experiences. From handling emails to predicting user patterns, Barret's perspectives on the maturity and future of AI will captivate tech enthusiasts and professionals alike.
OTHER RESOURCES:
Microsoft MVP YouTube Series: How to Become a Microsoft MVP
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/barretblake
GitHub: https://github.com/barretb

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Chapters

1. From Model Railroads to Azure Architect: Barret Blake's Journey and the Future of AI (00:00:00)

2. The Journey to Becoming an MVP (00:00:06)

3. Automation and Personal AI Development (00:11:32)

574 episodes

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FULL SHOW NOTES
https://podcast.nz365guy.com/566
What happens when a childhood passion for model railroading and computers evolves into a top-tier career in technology? Join us as we sit down with Barret Blake, an Azure Solution Architect from Columbus, Ohio, who was awarded MVP status in 2023. Barret takes us on a journey through his life, sharing personal stories about his family, his love for cooking, and the pivotal moments that led him from a professional developer to a solution architect. You'll hear about the thrilling challenge of re-architecting a startup's application for scalability and cloud deployment, a project that sparked his enthusiasm for designing innovative solutions.
Ever wondered how versatile VB apps can be across different environments? Barret shares his insights on deploying VB apps both in the cloud and on older hardware, highlighting the adaptability of Power Automate Desktop. We discuss its seamless integration into Windows 11 and whether Microsoft envisions it for personal or enterprise use. The conversation takes an exciting turn as we explore the future of AI and Copilot, particularly their potential to revolutionize routine tasks and optimize user experiences. From handling emails to predicting user patterns, Barret's perspectives on the maturity and future of AI will captivate tech enthusiasts and professionals alike.
OTHER RESOURCES:
Microsoft MVP YouTube Series: How to Become a Microsoft MVP
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/barretblake
GitHub: https://github.com/barretb

90 Day Mentoring Challenge 10% off code use MBAP at checkout https://ako.nz365guy.com

Support the Show.

If you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.
Thanks for listening 🚀 - Mark Smith

  continue reading

Chapters

1. From Model Railroads to Azure Architect: Barret Blake's Journey and the Future of AI (00:00:00)

2. The Journey to Becoming an MVP (00:00:06)

3. Automation and Personal AI Development (00:11:32)

574 episodes

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