Experts Live Kenya

Event Schedule

Welcome to Experts Live Kenya

Karibuni Experts Live Kenya 2024

Keynote Sessions

9:20 am – 10:05 am Main Auditorium

Opening Keynote

Opening Keynote

Catherine Muraga

Microsoft 365 Track

10:15 am – 11:15 am Room 4 (M365)

Privacy, Security and Compliance in Copilot for Microsoft 365

While the benefits of Copilot for Microsoft 365 are very well understood and appreciated by many large enterprises, there are a lot of factors which makes them skeptical about investing in this service and one such key factor is how does Microsoft go about addressing privacy, security, and compliance challenges in Copilot for Microsoft 365. Hence, in this session I’ll be talking how Microsoft addresses these challenges mentioned above with a deep dive demo and with some use cases so that the audience can gain confidence on this service. I’ll be talking about how Microsoft has designed this service in their datacenters and how they all fall within the compliance boundary of Microsoft 365, what are the native Microsoft tools that organizations can leverage to address their eDiscovery, Audit, and data security challenges as they start to adopt Copilot for Microsoft 365.

Vignesh Ganesan
11:25 am – 12:15 pm Room 4 (M365)

Enhance copilot development with Microsoft Copilot Studio

Building intelligent and powerful copilots for your customers and employees has never been easier. Microsoft Copilot Studio is an end-to-end conversational AI platform that lets you create and customize powerful AI-powered copilots using natural language or a graphical interface for a range of requests—from providing simple answers to common questions to resolving issues requiring complex multi-turn conversations. This session will cover how you can use Copilot Studio to extend Microsoft copilots, build your own copilot leveraging functionality such as Generative Answers to surface information from any number of data sources. AI-based topic authoring to create workflows, and publishing custom plugins and prompts to surface your business data where you need it. Join me and discover how Copilot Studio can help you transform your business, increase your agent productivity, and reduce your development costs.

Gomolemo Mohapi
12:25 pm – 1:15 pm Room 4 (M365)

Power Platform for the Code-first Developer

In this session we’ll learn how a code-first developer can use their skills in the power platform. – Brief Introduction to power platform – Ribbon Workbench Mastery Unleashing the power of the Ribbon Workbench. Customizing the command bar (ribbon) in model-driven apps. Adding custom buttons and executing JavaScript functions. Unified Interface compatibility. – Code-First Best Practices and Tips Balancing low-code and custom development. Version control strategies for Power Platform solutions. Debugging techniques for client-side scripts. Real-world scenarios and success stories.

Consolata Gicheru
2:30 pm – 3:10 pm Room 4 (M365)

Responsive & Beautiful Power Apps with Material Design

The OOTB Power Apps Components aren’t the cutest. And canvas Apps aren’t responsive by default. Join me as we dive deep into building responsive and articulate Power Apps using the Material Design Component Library.

Emmanuel Atemba
3:20 pm – 4:00 pm Room 4 (M365)

Developing a customized solution for Dynamics 365 Business Central

Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP, helps organizations to coordinate the flow of data between a company’s business processes, providing a single source of truth and streamlining operations across the enterprise. To ensure business agility, it is built to adapt to ones needs and grow with the organization. That’s where the rubber meets the road, over 30% of ERP project implementations end up failing and this is due to factors such as inadequate planning, lack of top management support, poor business process alignment, inadequate training, resistance from employees, and sometimes, technological issues. All factors held constant, as developers, users and implementers we play a huge role in the project life cycle. Most technological issues are our responsibility. How can we make ERP implementations a smooth and enjoyable journey? What kind of skillset is required of us to develop a solution that users will enjoy using? What should I focus on for me to become a Dynamics 365 Business Central consultant? Is Business Central a marketable product? Join me in this session as we slice and dice the development techniques and explore the different tools that will make one develop proper solutions that address unique business requirements, streamline processes, and enhance overall productivity.

Francis Msangi Masera

Security Track Sessions

10:15 am – 11:15 am Room 3 (Security)

Generative AI in cybersecurity: introducing Copilot for security

Discover the cutting-edge world of generative AI in cybersecurity at our dynamic session! Dive into the innovative features of Copilot for Security, and see firsthand how it revolutionizes day-to-day SOC operations and beyond. Get ready to be amazed by how AI transforms the landscape of cybersecurity, offering unparalleled insights and efficiency. Join us for an exhilarating exploration into the future of digital security!

Sean Wesonga
11:25 am – 12:15 pm Room 3 (Security)

Behind the Lines: Understanding and Mitigating Key API Security Risks

Behind the Lines: Understanding and Mitigating Key API Security Risks” is a dynamic and insightful presentation aimed at providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the various security challenges faced by APIs. In this session, we will utilize Microsoft’s API Management to demonstrate how to secure against these risks effectively. The presentation will take into account critical areas such as authentication flaws, authorization issues etc. Through real-world examples and practical insights, participants will gain knowledge on identifying, assessing, and mitigating these risks within their API ecosystems. By the end of the session, attendees will emerge equipped with actionable strategies and best practices to strengthen their APIs against different threats and ensuring best security measures are in place.

Jones Baraza
12:25 am – 1:15 pm Room 3 (Security)

Microsoft Defender XDR– The Ultimate Swiss Army Knife

The number of services in the Microsoft 365 suite has grown exponentially over the years and so does the threat vectors which target these services. So, in this session, I’ll be talking about what is an XDR and why it’s the need of the hour and then I’ll deep dive into Microsoft’s Defender XDR and the different products in the Microsoft Defender XDR suite such as Defender for Office 365, Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity and Defender for Cloud Apps and how they all can come together and beef up your tenant’s security.

Vignesh Ganesan
2:30 pm – 3:10 pm Room 3 ( Security)

No more identity theft! Harden your identity security today

This session is a level 300 session designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how to enhance the security of Entra ID using Conditional Access and passkeys. The session begins with an overview of Entra ID, a robust identity management solution, and the importance of identity security in the current digital landscape. The focus then shifts to Conditional Access, a critical component in maintaining security. Participants will learn how Conditional Access works and how it can be leveraged to strengthen Entra ID security. The session will delve into the steps for hardening Conditional Access, providing participants with practical knowledge they can apply in their organizations. The session also covers the use of passkeys as an additional layer of security. Participants will learn how passkeys can be integrated with Entra ID and Conditional Access for enhanced security and perhaps even a passwordless solution.

Per-Torben Sørensen
3:20 pm – 4:00 pm Room 3 (Security)

ENHANCE YOUR CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE'S SECURITY THROUGH AZURE SECURITY

Discover how to bolster your cloud infrastructure’s security through Azure Security at the upcoming experts live Kenya. Learn about leveraging Azure’s robust security features, including Azure Firewall, Microsoft EntraID, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel, to safeguard your data, applications, and resources effectively. Enhance threat detection, compliance, and overall security posture with Azure Security

George Njuguna

Data & AI Track

10:15 am – 11:15 am Room 1 (Data & AI)

Guardians of the Promptiverse: Ensuring LLM Safety and Security

Step into the world of promptiverse guardianship as we explore strategies to ensure the safety and security of your Large Language Model solutions. This talk is a fun and informative journey into defending against prompt hacking, covering techniques like prompt engineering and vigilant monitoring. Join us as we empower you to become a guardian of your LLM, safeguarding it against potential threats and ensuring its integrity in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Sammy Deprez