Microsoft Agent-a-Thon
Microsoft
📌 About the Event
Participants choose a track based on their skill level and build custom agents that can automate workflows, connect systems, or streamline enterprise processes. It is a “learn-by-doing” session hosted on the Founderz learning platform, combining pre-learning modules with a live 3-hour build sprint.
ℹ️ Event Overview
- Category: AI Agents, No-Code/Low-Code, and Enterprise Automation.
- Organizer: Microsoft (in partnership with Founderz).
- Format: Fully Virtual / Live.
- Target: Beginners (Explorers) to Advanced Developers (Masters).
- Status: Happening (May 6, 2026).
📅 Schedule & Tracks (May 6, 2026)
The event is organized into three distinct levels, repeated across global time zones (Americas, EMEA, and Asia):
| Level | Track Name | Tech Focus | What You’ll Build |
| Level 1 | Explorer | Copilot Agent Builder | Fundamental no-code agents for basic productivity. |
| Level 2 | Commander | Copilot Studio | Powerful agents that automate work and connect systems. |
| Level 3 | Master | Microsoft Foundry | Scalable, enterprise-grade multi-agent orchestration. |
Live Session Windows:
- EMEA: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM BST
- Americas: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM ET
- Asia: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM AEST
🏆 Prizes & Recognition
- Grand Prize: A Microsoft Surface Pro for the top-performing project.
- Recognition: Official digital credentials and potential feature in Microsoft’s “Customer Stories.”
- Learning Perk: Full access to the Founderz early-access learning platform.
🛠️ Participation Requirements
- Registration: You must register for a specific level and time zone.
- Pre-Learning: Complete the guided pre-learning course on Founderz to maximize your build time.
- Submission: You must build and submit your agent live during the 3-hour session to qualify for prizes.