Dennes Torres
Azure Data Engineer - DTower Software
AI Track: The AI Journey: From Models to Agents at Work
In just 30 minutes, we’ll take a thrilling journey through the fast-moving world of AI technologies to understand how they fit together in the bigger landscape. From large language models and vector search, through retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) and assistants, to the rise of agents and emerging standards like MCPs—you’ll see the evolution of today’s AI systems and the bigger picture they create together.
By stepping back to view this landscape as a whole, you’ll gain the clarity to place new concepts in context, bridge the gap between technical detail and business impact, and identify opportunities where AI can deliver real value. For technical professionals, it provides a framework to make sense of a rapidly changing field. For business leaders, it offers a way to cut through the jargon and engage in more meaningful conversations about AI strategy, adoption, and execution.
About Dennes ...
Dennes is a certified MCT, Azure Data Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect, and Microsoft MVP (2020–2023) with numerous other certifications in data and software development. He specializes in Microsoft Fabric Analytics, Azure Data Platform, SQL Server, and recently, Generative AI.
With over 20 years of experience across data, cloud, and software development, Dennes started as a software developer before focusing on data. He currently works at DTower Software and regularly speaks at SQL Saturday events across Europe. He has also led and contributed to PASS user groups, including devSQL in Rio and MMDPUG in Malta.