The AI Collective Chicago Chapter and the Chicago Java Users Group (CJUG) are jointly hosting this meetup.
ABSTRACT:
Developers are using GitHub Copilot for much more than autocomplete. In this session, we will look at practical ways GitHub Copilot can help with day-to-day development, legacy application modernization, and building new AI-powered developer experiences.
We will start with GitHub Copilot App Modernization and how it can help development teams upgrade older applications, including dependency updates, build fixes, tests, security fixes, and containerization. (We will look at upgrading Java 8 and Spring applications for Java teams, as well as for teams that work with Python, .Net, or Node.js/Typescript.) We’ll also look at how GitHub Copilot works inside IntelliJ IDEA, with practical tips for getting better results without wasting time or burning through unnecessary AI usage.
From there, we will explore what’s coming next, including Microsoft’s new frontier AI models such as MAI-Code-1-Flash, and how more efficient coding models may change the way developers use AI in their daily workflow. We will also introduce the GitHub Copilot SDK for Java, Python, .Net, and Node.js/Typescript, and show how developers can start thinking beyond "using GitHub Copilot" and toward building their own GitHub Copilot-powered tools and experiences.
This is a practical session for all developers who want to understand where GitHub Copilot helps today, where it is headed, and how to get more value from it in real projects.
SPEAKER INFO:
Bruno Borges
Product Manager at Microsoft
Bruno Borges is a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft, where he has led global initiatives in software development, AI, and cloud innovation. He has driven the strategy and adoption of flagship products used worldwide, helping organizations modernize critical systems and embrace new technologies responsibly. With an Executive MBA from Simon Fraser University, Bruno combines technical depth with business acumen to deliver impact at scale. A frequent keynote speaker and advisor, he is recognized for advancing innovation, shaping product strategy, and guiding leaders through the future of technology.
Agenda (CDT/GMT-5)
5:00-5:30 Social networking / Refreshments
5:30-5:40Intro/Announcements
5:40-5:45 A word from our event Sponsor: Microsoft
5:45-6:45 Featured Presentation by Bruno Borges, AI/ML Product Manager at Microsoft
6:45-7:15 Q&A
7:15-7:45 Post-event social networking
7:45 Lights out
** Everyone is welcome regardless of your experience level, but please note that the presentation materials would be most relevant for technical developers and builders, solutions architects/engineers, software engineers, and anyone who is interested in computer design, architecture, programming, and implementations.
As always, food and drink, engaging conversation, and incredible company will all be provided!
Please be advised: Unfortunately, space is very limited at these community events and we can not always accept everyone we would like to. If you are not accepted to this event, please keep applying! We appreciate your application tremendously and we are looking forward to seeing you at a future event very soon!
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