MS-4014: Build a Foundation to Build AI Agents and Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot
Course Overview
Lay the groundwork for next-generation AI automation with MS-4014: Build a Foundation to Build AI Agents and Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot. This instructor-led course equips developers, IT architects, and technical professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to design, develop, and extend intelligent AI agents that enhance Microsoft 365 Copilot capabilities.
Explore foundational AI concepts, Microsoft 365 Copilot architecture, and the declarative framework for building custom AI agents. Gain practical insights into integrating AI agents with Microsoft Graph, Power Platform, and other Microsoft 365 services to automate workflows, improve productivity, and drive innovation within your organization.
Audience Profile
This course is ideal for:
Developers and solution architects focused on Microsoft 365 AI extensibility
IT professionals and technical leads building intelligent automation solutions
Power Platform developers aiming to integrate AI-driven Copilot agents
Technical consultants preparing for advanced AI and Microsoft 365 integration projects
Prerequisites include foundational knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure services, and programming experience with JSON, YAML, or related declarative languages.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to AI Agents and Microsoft 365 Copilot
Understanding AI agents and their role within Microsoft 365 Copilot
Overview of Copilot’s extensibility framework and architecture
Exploring AI fundamentals relevant to agent development
Module 2: Designing AI Agents with Declarative Frameworks
Writing declarative definitions for AI agents using JSON and YAML
Defining intents, triggers, and responses for intelligent workflows
Best practices for modular and maintainable agent design
Module 3: Integrating AI Agents with Microsoft 365 Services
Using Microsoft Graph API to connect AI agents to data and services
Extending Copilot with Power Platform workflows and connectors
Managing authentication, permissions, and security considerations
Module 4: Developing and Testing AI Agents
Utilizing Visual Studio Code and other tools for agent development
Debugging and validating agent behaviors
Deploying AI agents in Microsoft 365 environments
Module 5: Advanced Concepts and Use Cases
Building multi-turn conversations and complex workflows
Leveraging adaptive cards and dynamic content generation
Exploring real-world scenarios for AI agent automation
Module 6: Governance, Security, and Compliance for AI Agents
Implementing secure deployment practices
Managing data privacy and regulatory compliance
Monitoring and maintaining AI agents in production
Hands-on Experience
This course offers 40% to 50% hands-on activities, giving participants the opportunity to build, test, and deploy foundational AI agents that extend Microsoft 365 Copilot’s capabilities, preparing them for advanced AI-driven automation.
Hands-On Labs
This course includes practical, hands-on laboratory exercises to reinforce your learning:
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