Episode 34 - AI Innovation with Azure from Concept to Creation with Harshavardhan Bajoria
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Harshavardhan shares his journey as an Associate Product Manager working with Azure AI solutions, from development challenges to community engagement. He discusses creating AI-powered interview systems and adaptive mock tests that serve millions of users while explaining how combining Azure and Gemini enables more robust solutions than using either platform alone.
• Seven-time Microsoft certified professional working with AI solutions at Unstop • Developed an AI interview system that responds like a human and challenges vague answers • Created adaptive mock tests that generate personalized learning roadmaps for users • Combined Azure AI services with Google's Gemini to leverage strengths of both platforms • Faced challenges with documentation and support when working with preview services • Recommends Azure's prompt shielding feature for securing AI implementations • Hosted 55 community events teaching AI implementation in the past year • Focuses on helping students understand when and how to implement AI solutions Text Us About the Show
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