Summary

The team explored Microsoft Copilot's integration across platforms and discussed the differences between large and small language models, including their cost efficiency and potential for innovation. They addressed technical aspects of setting up and managing Microsoft subscriptions, including licensing options and activation processes for both personal and company accounts. The session concluded with demonstrations of Copilot's functionality in various Office productivity tools, covering features like document summarization, email automation, and integration with Power Automate, while encouraging participants to experiment with the platform.

Microsoft Copilot Integration and Applications

The team discussed the integration and functionality of Microsoft Copilot, focusing on its applications across various platforms like business applications, modern work, and operating systems. They explored the differences between large language models (LLM) and small language models (SLM), emphasizing how LLMs can be tailored for specific tasks to create SLMs. The discussion also covered the cost efficiency of using OpenAI models compared to Microsoft Copilot, highlighting the potential for innovation and product engineering with AI. The session concluded with an overview of the upcoming training program, which will cover Copilot for office productivity, enterprise applications, and agentic AI creation.

Copilot Subscription Requirements for Training

The team discussed Copilot subscription requirements for a training program, with Dinesh explaining that while enterprise access is limited, participants can use personal subscriptions or access Copilot Studio through Team Academy credentials. Dinesh clarified that while Copilot Pro is available for $20 per month, participants can use existing office licenses if their company already has Copilot, and he will provide lab access for enterprise applications. The team took a break to address licensing issues, with Dinesh offering to help participants activate their subscriptions and explaining that the Copilot subscription is a prerequisite for the training program.

Microsoft Copilot Company Account Setup

The team discussed setting up Microsoft Copilot for a company account. Fazal asked about the process of creating a company account and using it for business purposes. Dinesh explained the steps involved, including verifying the domain and uploading documentation to Microsoft. They also touched on the cost difference between personal and company accounts, as well as the benefits of a company account. The team encountered some technical difficulties accessing the Microsoft Admin Center, but Dinesh provided guidance on how to enable Copilot for users within a company.

Microsoft 365 Licensing Discussion

The team discussed Microsoft 365 licensing options, with Dinesh explaining that Microsoft Personal provides access to Office apps for one user across 5 devices, while a family license allows sharing among household members. Khalil inquired about the pricing discrepancy he observed, which Dinesh clarified was likely due to regional pricing differences. The meeting was briefly interrupted due to technical issues with Fazal's internet connection, leading to a suggestion to relocate to a room with better connectivity on the first floor. The session concluded with plans to begin learning about Copilot in Word for document drafting and content generation.

Microsoft Account Management Discussion

The team discussed how to view and manage Microsoft subscriptions through a personal account, including accessing the Microsoft Account Center and activating licenses. Fazal inquired about using Microsoft Copilot for email automation on a personal account when not allowed to use the company's license, and Team explained that a simple corporate registration would be needed for account validation, though Fazal expressed uncertainty about the process.

Microsoft Copilot Activation Overview

The team discussed the functionality and activation of Microsoft Copilot for Office productivity tools. They clarified that Copilot cannot perform automatic replies but can assist with drafting emails and generating summaries from various document types. The process of activating and using Copilot was demonstrated, including steps to open a Word document, enable Copilot, and use it to create summaries from multiple files. Some participants reported issues with activation, and the instructor offered to provide troubleshooting assistance.

Microsoft Copilot Activation Support

The team helped Khalil resolve technical issues to activate Microsoft Copilot in Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. They clarified that uploaded documents would not be shared with others unless explicitly shared with specific permissions. The team demonstrated Copilot's features, such as generating reports, summarizing documents, and interacting through a chat interface, encouraging everyone to experiment with prompts and verify functionality.

Word Copilot Integration Techniques

The team discussed using Microsoft Word with Copilot to work with various file types and create summaries. They explored how to insert and summarize content from PDFs, Excel sheets, and emails into Word documents. The discussion covered techniques for formatting documents and using Copilot's features to rewrite and summarize content for clarity and brevity. The team also touched on connecting Word to OneDrive and SharePoint for accessing files.

Microsoft Copilot Document Analysis

The team discussed how to use Microsoft Copilot to summarize and analyze documents stored in OneDrive, including PowerPoint presentations, Excel sheets, and Word documents. They explained that enabling Copilot initially takes one day to fully function as it maps and processes personal files. The team also demonstrated how Copilot can be used in Outlook to search for and respond to emails, including drafting professional and tone-adjusted replies.

Microsoft Copilot Implementation Overview

The team discussed the implementation of Microsoft Copilot and its integration with Power Automate for email processing and document management. Jitesh explained how to activate Copilot licenses and use semantic search capabilities, emphasizing the importance of prompt engineering for effective AI usage. The class covered basic Copilot functionality and outlined plans for future sessions to explore advanced features and productivity applications. Participants were encouraged to experiment with Copilot in Word and Excel, with technical support available through the WhatsApp group for any challenges encountered.