Take the #CloudSkillsChallenge to #BuildIntelligentApps
Tags: cloudskills, azure, beginners, ai
Published: 2023-10-17 11:37:34

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title: Take the #CloudSkillsChallenge to #BuildIntelligentApps
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description: Join @sherrrylst, @nitya & @devanshidiaries to #BuildIntelligentApps and skill up on Azure AI, Data & App Development with our #CloudSkillsChallenge
tags: cloudskills, azure, beginners, #ai
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series: Build Intelligent Apps
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👋🏽 | New to the #BuildIntelligentApps initative? Here are **3 things you can do right now** to skill up on AI, Apps, and Data technologies!

1️⃣ | Register for the [Intelligent Apps Cloud Skills Challenge](https://aka.ms/build-intelligent-apps/csc/apps)
2️⃣ | Register for the [AI Cloud Skills Challenge](https://aka.ms/build-intelligent-apps/csc/ai)
3️⃣ | Register for the [Data Cloud Skills Challenge](https://aka.ms/Build-intelligent-apps/csc/fabric)

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## About #BuildIntelligentApps

[#BuildIntelligentApps](https://azure.github.io/Cloud-Native/Build-IA/) is an ongoing initiative that will help you get familiar with tools and technologies to build intelligent apps on Azure using cloud-scale data, cloud-native technologies, and cloud-integrates AI. Here are just a few of the key initiatives in this year's program:

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Follow [#30DaysOfIA](https://azure.github.io/Cloud-Native/30DaysOfIA) for week-long posts on key topics, watch replays from [#LearnLive: Serverless](https://azure.github.io/Cloud-Native/Build-IA/LearnLive) where we deconstructed an E2E app, and join us for [#AskTheExpert](https://azure.github.io/Cloud-Native/Build-IA/AskTheExpert) sessions.

But today, we want to talk to you about our [#CloudSkillChallenge](https://azure.github.io/Cloud-Native/Build-IA/CloudSkills) initiative to help you skill up on key technologies using self-paced learning in a supportive community environment.

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## Explore Cloud Skill Challenges
The Microsoft Cloud Skills Challenge is a fun, free, and interactive skilling program that provides you with access to Microsoft skilling resources for your specific solution area! 

During the #BuildIntelligentApps initiative, we invite you to complete the following three Clould Skill Challenges:

#### Intelligent Apps Challenge
In the Intelligent Apps Challenge, familiarize yourself with the future of software: Cloud-native app development is your gateway to building modern, containerized, and serverless apps that form the foundation of innovative solutions. During this Cloud Skills Challenge, you'll explore how to kickstart your journey in creating intelligent apps with the power of Azure. Dive into **Azure Kubernetes Service**, **Azure Functions**, and **GitHub** to craft adaptive, responsive, and tailored experiences.

**Start today:** [aka.ms/build-intelligent-apps/csc/apps](https://aka.ms/build-intelligent-apps/csc/apps)

#### AI Skills Challenge
Through this challenge, you'll harness the power of AI to create groundbreaking apps. The Cloud Skills Challenge invites you to uncover the incredible **potential of large-scale, generative AI models**. Deepen your understanding of language and code to create applications that are both cutting-edge and responsibly designed.

**Start today:** [aka.ms/build-intelligent-apps/csc/ai](https://aka.ms/build-intelligent-apps/csc/ai)

#### Data Skills Challenge
For those curious about the power and role of data, the Understanding Big Data Challenge is for you. In this Cloud Skills Challenge, you'll explore cloud-scale data with **Microsoft Fabric**. Discover the capabilities that can supercharge your ability to build data-driven intelligent solutions.

**Start today:** [build-intelligent-apps/csc/fabric](https://aka.ms/Build-intelligent-apps/csc/fabric)

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## Meet The Team

Multiple teams within Microsoft are organizing the Cloud Skills Challenge. Let's take a minute to say hello to the core team members who are helping drive this effort.

[Sherry List](https://twitter.com/sherrrylst) - a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft. She often presents at conferences about AI and innovations. Find her on [Github](https://github.com/sazimi/) or follow her right here on dev.to 

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[Nitya Narasimhan](https://twitter.com/nitya)  -  a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, focused on AI. Find her on [Github](https://github.com/nitya/) or follow her right here on dev.to 

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[Devanshi Joshi](https://twitter.com/devanshidiaries) - a Product Marketing Specialist at Microsoft, focused on Cloud Native technologies. Find her on [Github](https://github.com/devanshidiaries) or follow her right here on dev.to

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## Get Started Today!