AI Reportedly Powers 30% of Microsoft Operations

In Today’s edition:

1. Microsoft Reveals That AI Now Powers a Third of Its Codebase

2. PM TUTORIAL: How to build a simple Agile board in Trello

3. Adobe Integrates with LinkedIn to Simplify Identity & User Verification

4. TOOL REVIEW: Vy Is The AI Assistant That Serves As An All-in-One Desktop Task Automator

5. Exciting Career Opportunities for Product and Project Management Professionals

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Microsoft Reveals That AI Now Powers a Third of Its Codebase

During a conversation at Meta’s LlamaCon conference, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella revealed that 20% to 30% of the code in Microsoft's repositories is generated by AI. This signals a significant shift in software development practices, showing how deeply AI is embedding itself into core tech processes.

• Satya Nadella states 20–30% of Microsoft’s code is AI-generated.

• AI-generated code shows stronger results in Python, weaker in C++.

• Microsoft aims for 95% AI-generated code by 2030, says CTO Kevin Scott.

• Google reports over 30% of its code is generated by AI, per CEO Sundar Pichai.

• Measurement methods for AI-generated code vary and lack standardization.

This development is highly relevant for project managers, as it reflects the rapid integration of AI into core development workflows, potentially reshaping team roles and resource planning. Understanding AI’s growing role in code production can help project leaders better adapt strategies, timelines, and quality controls for AI-enhanced development cycles. Read more

PM TUTORIAL: How to build a simple Agile board in Trello

​Setting up an Agile board in Trello is an effective way to visualize and manage your project's workflow. By organizing tasks into stages, you can enhance team collaboration and track progress efficiently.

Key Steps

• Create a New Board: Log in to Trello and select “Create Board” to start a new project.​

• Add Workflow Lists: Set up lists such as “Backlog,” “To Do,” “In Progress,” “Testing,” and “Done” to represent different stages of your workflow.​

• Create Task Cards: Under each list, add cards for individual tasks or user stories.​

• Enhance Cards with Details: Click on each card to add descriptions, checklists, due dates, attachments, and assign team members.​

• Move Cards Through Workflow: As tasks progress, drag and drop cards to the appropriate list to reflect their current status.​

• Utilize Power-Ups and Automations: Enhance your board with features like Calendar view, Custom Fields, and Butler automation to streamline processes.

Why It Matters: By following these steps, you can create a functional Agile board in Trello that keeps your team aligned and your project on track. Regularly updating the board ensures transparency and facilitates effective project management.

Adobe Integrates with LinkedIn to Simplify Identity & User Verification

Adobe and LinkedIn have partnered to launch the "Verified on LinkedIn" program, merging identity verification with content authenticity tools. This integration allows users to carry their verified credentials across platforms, strengthening trust in digital interactions and creative ownership.

• LinkedIn users can now link their verification badges to Adobe's content tools.

• Verified creators can display content credentials with a LinkedIn badge on shared media.

• Adobe’s content authenticity tool is in public beta and part of a broader initiative.

• The system automatically credits verified content across LinkedIn and Adobe platforms.

• Other platforms and companies are joining similar content provenance efforts via the C2PA.

This development is crucial in managing digital authenticity and ensuring team outputs are securely credited and traceable. By integrating trusted verification tools, projects gain credibility and transparency—vital in an era of AI-generated content and collaborative digital workflows. Read More

Vy Is The AI Assistant That Serves As An All-in-One Desktop Task Automator

Vy, developed by Vercept, is an AI-driven desktop assistant aimed at transforming how users interact with their computers. By enabling natural language commands, Vy automates tasks across various applications, eliminating the need for complex shortcuts and repetitive manual steps.

• Natural Language Interface: Users can execute commands using simple, everyday language.

• Cross-Application Integration: Works seamlessly across different desktop software without extra setup.

• Task Automation: Efficiently handles repetitive tasks like uploading documents or managing files.

• Contextual Memory: Remembers user information when asked, enabling smart form-filling.

• Expert Assistance: Supports advanced workflows, from debugging in GitHub to design tasks in Figma.

Vy offers a new standard for productivity, especially useful for professionals looking to streamline digital workflows. For project managers, its automation, ease of use, and cross-platform support can boost team efficiency, minimize errors, and allow more focus on strategic decision-making. Currently, Vy is available for macOS 14.0 or later.

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Exciting Career Opportunities for Product and Project Management Professionals

• Project Manager I @ Duke Energy

  📍 Belmont, NC.

• Project Manager @ Fujifilm

  📍 Holly Springs, NC.

• Channel Program Manager @ Nutanix

  📍 Durham, NC.

• Senior Product Manager @ Accenture

  📍 Charlotte, NC.

• AI Software Product Manager @ Lenovo

  📍 Morrisville, NC.

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