Events

RSVP opens Wednesday 2nd October 2024 (please RSVP via Meetup)

5:45pm – 6:00pm Registration

6:00pm – 6:45pm - TBC

6:50pm - 7:00pm - Quiz

7:00pm – 7:30pm Food and Drinks

7:30pm - Finish

Food & Drinks - Please do remember though if you can't make the event to cancel your ticket so we know what food to order or not. :)

How to find us - The Garment Factory has an out of hours intercom next to a single black door. Please press "Garment Factory"

🌟 Join Us for an Action-Packed Evening of Microsoft Security! 🌟

Are you passionate about cybersecurity or eager to learn the latest in Microsoft Security? The Experts Live UK User Group invites you to an exclusive event where industry experts delve into cutting-edge security practices that will elevate your knowledge and skills. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just getting started, this event is packed with insights, networking, and a hands-on demonstration you won’t want to miss!

🗓 Date: 19th September, 2024
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Advania Offices, 85 London Wall, London, EC2M 7AD

Agenda:

6:00 PM - 6:20 PM: Networking & Welcome
Kick off the evening with a chance to meet fellow security enthusiasts, exchange ideas

6:20 PM - 7:00 PM: Session 1 – Microsoft Security for MSSPs & the Unified Security Operations Platform
Presented by Marcus Burnap, this session dives into the intricacies of Microsoft’s modern security landscape. Discover the new Unified Security Operations Platform, its vital components, and why it’s a game-changer in the current threat environment. Whether you’re managing security yourself or through a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), learn how to effectively leverage this platform to stay ahead of adversaries. Plus, get a sneak peek at how Copilot for Security is revolutionizing the way teams respond to threats.

7:00 PM - 7:20 PM: Pizza & Networking
Refuel with some delicious pizza and engage in conversations with like-minded professionals. Share your thoughts on the session and get ready for the next big highlight!

7:20 PM - 8:00 PM: Session 2 – Cracking the Code: Live Ethical Hacking and Security Insights into M365 Tenants
Join Jon Jarvis (MVP) and Luke Evans (MVP) for an electrifying live session where they will demonstrate a real-time hack into a Microsoft 365 tenant using a well-known phishing attack technique. Ever wondered how hackers sidestep MFA and manage to sneakily extract data? This session is your golden ticket to those answers!

What you will learn from this session:

• The Hacker's Playbook: Understand the tactics attackers use to target your digital environment.
• Your Shield Against Phishing: Learn how to thwart 99% of phishing attempts with practical, effective strategies.
• Emergency Protocols: Find out the best steps to take when dealing with unauthorised access in your environment.

This session promises to be both fun and interactive, empowering you with the knowledge to fortify your Microsoft 365 tenant against intruders. Get ready to engage with our friendly experts in real-time, ask questions, and gain invaluable insights into safeguarding M365!

8:00 PM onwards: Networking & Drinks
After an evening filled with expert insights and thrilling demos, unwind and continue the conversation over drinks. This is your chance to connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry professionals in a relaxed setting. Share your thoughts on the sessions, exchange ideas, and expand your professional network.

Why Attend?

• Exclusive Knowledge: Gain insights from top experts on the latest Microsoft Security developments.
• Live Hacking Demo: Experience a real-time hack and understand how to defend against it.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals who share your interests and challenges.
• Interactive Learning: Engage directly with speakers and peers, and leave with actionable takeaways.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity prowess and connect with the Experts Live UK community!

To RSVP, please click HERE

5:45pm – 6:00pm Registration

6:00pm – 6:15pm - Teaching cloud native development with Azure - William Bell

Private and public sector companies continue to migrate services onto public cloud platforms such as Azure and competitors. Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching material has typically not included practical exercises that demonstrate modern cloud native development practices. This talk presents some of the challenges that are faced to enable teaching with Azure, solutions to some of the issues, as well as some longer-term developments that affect education.

6:20pm - 7:00pm - Maximizing Copilot Capabilities for Unit Test creation with Jaap Brasser

Discover how GitHub Copilot can improve your workflow for unit test creation by automating test generation. In this session, we will explore how Copilot leverages advanced AI to write efficient and effective unit tests, saving you significant time and ensuring higher code quality. You will learn how to seamlessly integrate Copilot into your existing development workflow, enabling it to suggest and generate unit tests based on your code. We'll dive into best practices for customizing these generated tests to fit your specific requirements and maintain your testing standards. Additionally, we will address common challenges and pitfalls when using AI-generated tests, providing practical solutions and tips to overcome them. This session is for you if you are a developer or a quality assurance engineer looking to enhance their productivity, reduce manual effort, and adopt AI-driven solutions to streamline their testing practices. By the end of this session, you will have a clear understanding of how to utilize GitHub Copilot to optimize your unit test creation process and ensure robust software development.

7:10pm - 7:20pm - Quiz

7:20pm – 8:00pm Food and Drinks

8:00pm - Finish

Food & Drinks
Please do remember though if you can't make the event to cancel your ticket so we know what food to order or not. :)

 

To register, click HERE

 

How to find us: The Garment Factory has an out of hours intercom next to a single black door. Please press "Garment Factory" then "Incremental" and head to the 3rd floor. You can use the stairs or the elevators.