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3/12/25, 4:30 PM The Future of AI in the Middle East: Microsoft AI Tour & Community Growth | Microsoft Community Hub

Upcoming AI Skilling Initiatives & Events
To further AI adoption and skilling, Microsoft is launching several AI-focused training
events designed to equip local developers and tech professionals with the skills needed
to harness AI tools effectively. The upcoming Power Platform Bootcamp & aMP
Community Event on February 13, 2025, and the Copilot Developer Camp Dubai on
February 24, 2025, will provide hands-on training sessions and knowledge-sharing
opportunities.
Industry leaders such as Hatim Nagarwala (Azure GTM), Ahmad Uzair (Business
Application MVP), Mahmoud A. Atallah (Azure MVP), and Usama Khan (Azure MVP)
are at the forefront of these efforts. Their User Groups are pivotal in upskilling local
talent and fostering a culture of AI-driven innovation.
For those interested in engaging with the AI community, regional meetups like
the Cloud Mechanics UAE Meetup Group and the Microsoft Developers UAE
Meetup provide valuable networking and learning opportunities.

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