What we’re about
The monthly Azure Meetup Konstanz is a vibrant community-driven event designed for Microsoft Azure enthusiasts, professionals, and newcomers alike. Normally held every 1st Monday of the month, this meetup serves as a platform for sharing knowledge, discussing updates, exploring future developments, and diving into the diverse and ever-evolving Azure technology stack of Microsoft.
See also our Code of Conduct: https://tomow.de/azure-meetup-konstanz-region/
🗝️ Key Facts:
- Community-Centric 🎯 Open to everyone, the Azure Monthly Meetup encourages contributions from all attendees. Whether you are a seasoned Azure expert or just starting your cloud journey, your insights and questions are valued.
- Updates & Announcements 📢 Stay informed with the latest Azure updates and announcements. The session covers recent changes, new features, and important updates across various Azure services, ensuring attendees are always in the loop.
- Epic Discussions 💬 Dive into in-depth discussions on significant Azure projects and initiatives. These epic sessions provide detailed insights into major developments, sharing experiences, challenges, and solutions.
- Future Developments 🧑💻 Get a look into the future of Azure. Learn about upcoming features, strategic directions, and innovations that will shape the Azure ecosystem and help you to involve.
- Interactive Sessions 🤝 The meetup fosters an open environment where participants can speak freely, ask questions, and share experiences. Get in contact with experts! Interactive Q&A sessions and roundtable discussions allow for dynamic engagement.
- Diverse Topics 🎙️ Each meetup covers a broad range of topics, including DevOps, Cloud (Web) Development, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Azure Infrastructure (using IaC), and more. The diversity ensures there is something for everyone, regardless of their area of interest or expertise.
👥 Who Should Attend?
- Developers interested in building or optimizing cloud applications.
- IT Professionals looking to enhance their skills in Azure infrastructure and services.
- Tech Enthusiasts eager to stay updated on the latest in cloud technology.
- Community Members who want to contribute and engage with like-minded individuals.
- Beginners who are new to Azure and cloud technologies.
🥇 Benefits of Attending:
- Knowledge Sharing 🧠 Gain insights from Azure experts and peers.
- Networking 🧑🤝🧑 Connect with other professionals and expand your professional IT network.
- Skill Enhancement 🪙 Learn about new tools, techniques, and best practices.
- Community Contributions 💪 Share your experiences and help shape the community's understanding of Azure.
Join the monthly Azure Meetup to stay ahead in the cloud technology landscape, share your passion for Azure, and be part of a thriving community dedicated to continuous learning and innovation.
Suggestions for topics, speaker requests and offers of support regarding rooms and so on, feel free to contact directly Thomas Tomow (thomas@tomow.de) or Stefan Rapp (info@blog.misterazure.com). #CommunityRocks🤘🪨
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Breaking Free: Kubernetes Unleashed for small .NET Teams (ENG)Link visible for attendees
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Are you tired of wrestling with IIS or Docker Compose? Do .NET deployments in Windows environments feel like navigating a labyrinth of complexity? Fear not! In this session, we’ll demystify Kubernetes for small teams. Discover how to keep it simple while achieving powerful deployment scenarios. Learn how to build, version, and store code artifacts as images. We’ll unveil the secret sauce to effortlessly achieve 10 deployments a day. Say goodbye to the old ways—embrace Kubernetes and revolutionize your .NET deployment game!Join our Meetup to unlock the potential of Kubernetes, simplify your life, and empower your team to deploy with confidence. No more IIS headaches—just smooth sailing toward faster, more reliable releases. Let’s break free together!
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Marius Boden is a passionate technologist with expertise in software development, architecture, and DevOps. He excels at understanding the big picture and helping teams elevate their development practices. Marius is currently associated with Xebia, contributing to cutting-edge technology solutions. Fluent in both German and English, he actively participates in industry events and has certifications in Scrum, GitLab, and software architecture.Language: 💬
English - AVD: Building automated & reliable golden Images with HashiCorp PackerLink visible for attendees
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Golden Images are the cornerstone of a consistent and efficient Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environment. But why choose Golden Images over traditional management tools like Ansible or a modern approach with Microsoft Intune? This session dives into the advantages of Golden Images, highlighting the pitfalls of manual image creation and the knowledge gaps it can leave behind.Join us as we demystify HashiCorp Packer in this session. We will cover the basics of Packer, including its functionality and terminology, and explore how it integrates with Azure’s Shared Image Gallery to streamline deployment. Learn best practices for application packaging using Azure Files, handling Windows updates, and managing customized base images to accelerate deployment cycles. Discover how to implement a CI/CD strategy for release changes using pipeline artifacts and incorporate unit testing for your images with PowerShell Pester.
Whether you’re new to automation or an experienced Azure Virtual Desktop administrator, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to build, test, and deploy Golden Images efficiently and reliably. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your AVD environment!
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Julian Mooren is an experienced IT Architect with more than 13 years of expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-wide IT architecture solutions that improve system performance, reduce downtime and align with the needed business goals. Skilled in researching and evaluating new technologies and tools to drive the innovation and improve system reliability. With a profound understanding of Azure services, he is specialized in creating cost-effective and automated cloud infrastructure. Julian is recognized as a Citrix Technology Professional, Microsoft MVP, and Parallels Very Important Professional with focus on Virtual Desktop infrastructure with the secure delivery of business applications.Language: 💬
English - Azure Cost Optimization in 7 Schritten: Mehr als nur Sparen (DE)Link visible for attendees
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Azure Cost Optimization ist weit mehr als nur Reserved Instances und der Azure Hybrid Benefit. Es geht darum, eure bestehenden Ressourcen so effizient wie möglich zu nutzen – und das bedeutet nicht zwangsläufig, die Kosten zu senken.
In dieser Session zeige ich euch in 7 klaren Schritten, wie ihr einen erfolgreichen Einstieg in die Azure-Kostenoptimierung findet. Anhand von praxisnahen Beispielen aus über 10 Jahren Azure-Erfahrung, erfahrt ihr, wie ihr den Business Outcome steigert und eure Ressourcen optimal ausschöpft.
Die Session richtet sich gleichermaßen an Entscheider, Fachbereiche und Techniker, die einen umfassenden Einblick in effektive Kostenoptimierungsstrategien suchen.
Bereit für mehr Effizienz bei gleichem Einsatz? Dann ist diese Session genau das Richtige für dich!Speaker: 📢
Ich bin Christian Forjahn und dein Azure Optimizer mit Fokus auf Foundation, Security und Kosten. Seit über 10 Jahren begeistert von Azure. Als Dienstleister bin ich immer wieder mit Herausforderungen in Kundenprojekten konfrontiert. Oft dreht es sich dabei um das gleiche Problem. Wie kann ich meine Cloud-Umgebung in Bezug auf technische und organisatorische Maßnahmen, Sicherheitslage und Kosteneffizienz so optimieren, dass ich das Beste herausholen kann?
Ich teile mein Wissen gerne mit der Community. Dies tue ich in Vorträgen, auf LinkedIn und in meinem Blog cloudcoffeebreak.comLanguage: 💬
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