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It’s all about AI at Burton Borough School
October 7^th, 2024 in Artificial Intelligence, Community, News
On October 2nd, Lewis travelled from FrogPlex in Telford to Newport to share his expertise on artificial intelligence (AI) with students at Burton Borough School. During his presentation, Lewis covered several key areas, including: His journey into AI Lewis provided an overview of the foundational subjects that can support a career in data science, though he emphasized that it’s not strictly necessary to follow a specific path. He…
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FabCon Europe from a Community Point-of-View
October 2^nd, 2024 in Blog, Community, Fabric, Uncategorised
A community hub at a data conference serves as a vital central point for building connections, collaboration, and innovation among attendees. The Community Lounge at FabCon Europe in Stockholm was a great example of this. It was a hive of activity across the entire event. Microsoft’s community staff, MVPs, volunteers and members all came together to provide an entertaining way to network and ensure the right people are signed up to the right…
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Red Bull Racing’s Data Security Event with Kaseya Corp
September 13^th, 2024 in Community, Cybersecurity, News
In an exciting convergence of technology and motorsport, Hollie and Alex , Purple Frog’s Directors are attending a high-profile data security event at the Red Bull Racing headquarters, hosted in collaboration with Kaseya Corp. The event is bringing together industry leaders and innovators to explore the latest advancements in cybersecurity and data protection. With cyber threats becoming increasingly sophisticated, this event provides a…
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Purple Frog Joins Digital Route Panel and Employer Advisory Board for Digital Poverty Alliance
September 12^th, 2024 in Apprenticeships, careers, Community, News
We are proud to announce that one of our Directors, Hollie, has joined the ifATE Digital Route Panel and the Employer Advisory Board for the Digital Poverty Alliance. This appointment highlights our commitment to tackling digital inequality and fostering technology accessibility for all. Today marks #EndDigitalPovertyDay, a day to reflect on how we can contribute to bridging the digital divide. Ensuring access to essential tools, such as…
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Purple Frog Excited to Sponsor FabFest 2024!
August 23^rd, 2024 in Artificial Intelligence, Community, Fabric, Machine Learning, News
Are you ready for a day of non-stop learning and networking? BOOK TICKETS This October, Joe and Lewis are launching a FREE brand new in-person event: FabFest 2024. When: Thursday, 3rd October (all-day!) Where: Birmingham, Millenium Point What: A full day of Business Data-driven insights, Microsoft Fabric and AI learning, including food, at no cost! What to expect: 7+ sessions on Microsoft Fabric and AI Introduction to the latest news and trends…
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Hoppy News: Well Done, Alex, on Renewing Your MVP Award!
July 17^th, 2024 in Community, Just For Fun, News
We are thrilled to congratulate Alex for renewing the prestigious Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) award! This recognition, which Alex has now received for an incredible 9 years, is a testament to his unwavering dedication, exceptional expertise, and outstanding contributions to the Data Platform community. The MVP award is not just a title; it’s a mark of excellence bestowed upon professionals who have demonstrated a deep commitment…
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Lewis speaks at Data Left Unattended at Redgate HQ
July 16^th, 2024 in Community, News
On Thursday, Lewis journeyed to the Redgate Headquarters in Cambridge to deliver a presentation at the “Data Left Unattended” conference. This innovative event featured in-person presentations from speakers while attendees participated virtually. Lewis’s presentation, titled “Fast and Efficient Text Analysis Using Azure’s Language Cognitive Service,” captivated the virtual audience. The session delved into the…
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Women in tech, is it still a man’s world?
July 5^th, 2024 in Apprenticeships, Blog, careers, Community, Purple Frog Systems, school engagement
Looking back on my career, it dawned on me that I joined the tech community last century! The digital world was not something I thought I would end up in but I have always had a love of gaming starting with figuring how to code on my Amstrad 64k to make it say “hello world”. At the time, it was a very male dominated industry and things have moved on rapidly since the world of dial-up internet, floppy disks and taking the ball out of a…
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Inspiring Future Data Stars at Shrewsbury School Careers Fair
June 28^th, 2024 in Apprenticeships, careers, Community, News, school engagement
Purple Frog Systems took a hopping good trip to Shrewsbury School this week, participating in their Careers Fair and leaving a wave of enthusiasm for the data sector! Laura and Joe, two of our resident data whizzes, were on hand to showcase the fascinating world of data analytics to eager students. Through interactive exercises and engaging conversations about careers, the students were captivated by the diverse applications of data and its…
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From Sponsor to Speaker: Our Leap to DataGrillen!
May 24^th, 2024 in Community, News
At DataGrillen, Alex and Nick didn’t just dip their toes—they made a splash! On behalf of Power BI Sentinel Alex and Nick hopped over to DataGrillen. For those who are unaware what Data Grillen is, it’s a place to Meet colleagues and (new) friends at the best data platform BBQ (yes, barbeque) in the world. The old saying “It’s not what you know, but who you know” has never been truer at this community-led conference. …
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Alex Whittles (MVP)
Annabel Hemingbrough
Callum Bryant
Hollie Whittles
James Snow
Jeet Kainth
Joe Billingham
Jon Fletcher
Laura Adamson
Lewis Prince (MVP)
Matt Mair-Durrant
Nick Edwards
Tom Owen