Posts by Joaoferreira

What’s new for Copilot – June 2025

June was absolutely wild for Microsoft Copilot updates—we’re talking 50+ new features dropping left and right. But here’s the thing that caught my attention: Microsoft is finally solving one of our biggest pain points.

Microsoft is basically saying “your agents should work everywhere you do”—and they’re actually delivering on it. The Researcher in Copilot Notebooks is now bringing serious research power right into your collaborative workspace. The Microsoft 365 Copilot app for iOS and Android is getting an Agent Store (hello, mobile productivity!). And here’s the game-changer: SharePoint agents are now accessible directly in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app. No more context-switching headaches.

This isn’t just another feature update—it’s Microsoft finally connecting the dots between all these different Copilot experiences. Your AI assistants can now follow you around just like your coffee mug does. ☕

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By João Ferreira Jul 1, 2025 Copilot 0 Comments

What’s new for Copilot – May 2025

May was an incredible month for Copilot enthusiasts, with almost 100 updates once again! Microsoft clearly isn’t slowing down with their pace of innovation, and the developments happening in the Copilot ecosystem continue to impress.

This month, I’m excited to spotlight two brand new agents that have just reached General Availability – and these are real game-changers for how we’ll approach complex work tasks!

First up is Researcher, which combines OpenAI’s deep research model with Copilot’s orchestration and search capabilities. This agent can tackle complex, multi-step research projects by simultaneously reasoning over both your work data and web information, including third-party sources through connectors. Think of it as having a research assistant that can pull from everywhere at once.

Then there’s Analyst, powered by OpenAI’s o3-mini reasoning model and built specifically for data analysis work. What makes this agent stand out is its chain-of-thought reasoning approach – it works through problems step by step, taking as many iterations as needed to refine its analysis. Plus, it can run Python code for complex data queries, and you can actually watch it work in real-time! It’s like having a data scientist collaborate with you directly.

Keep reading to catch up with all of May’s announcements and discover how these updates might transform your daily workflow!

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By João Ferreira Jun 2, 2025 Copilot 0 Comments

What’s new for Copilot – April 2025

Hey there, Microsoft 365 fans! April brought us an impressive batch of Copilot updates, and wow – some of these new features are absolute game-changers! The month delivered over 100 updates across practically every M365 application, including that massive Wave 2 Spring release. It’s honestly crazy how fast Copilot is evolving!

I’m particularly excited about the new audio overviews for Word and PDF files in OneDrive – imagine having your documents transformed into podcast-style summaries while you’re on the go! The redesigned Prompt Gallery app is another standout, making it much easier to browse and manage organizational prompts right from a sleek new home page.

Let’s check out what happened this month and how these updates might transform the way you work. Between us, keeping up with Copilot’s evolution feels like a full-time job these days!

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By João Ferreira May 6, 2025 Copilot 0 Comments

What’s new for Copilot – March 2025

Hey there, fellow Microsoft enthusiasts! Time for our monthly roundup of what’s new with Microsoft Copilot. Whether you’re looking to create videos without the usual headaches or need to keep your presentations perfectly on-brand, there’s something in this update worth knowing about.

This month, we’re seeing some really practical improvements across the Microsoft ecosystem. Clipchamp is getting AI superpowers for video creation, PowerPoint is making it easier to stay on-brand, Teams is giving you more control over your Copilot interactions, and you’ll soon be able to reference your cloud files directly in Copilot chats.

What I love about these updates is how they’re solving real workflow problems many of us face daily. Need to create a professional video but don’t have the time or expertise? Clipchamp Copilot has your back. Tired of hunting for the right brand assets for your presentations? The new PowerPoint features might be just what you need.

Have you started incorporating Copilot into your daily workflow yet? If not, these new features might be the perfect reason to give it a try. Let’s dive into the details and see what’s coming your way this April.

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By João Ferreira Apr 3, 2025 Copilot 0 Comments

What’s new for Copilot – February 2025

This month, Microsoft created quite a buzz by renaming Microsoft 365 to Microsoft 365 Copilot, adding a new layer of complexity for users already struggling to differentiate between the various Copilots. Thankfully, there was a small change in the logo, and the Microsoft 365 Copilot can now be distinguished by the black tag in the logo.

Despite the confusion, Copilot continued to receive numerous updates across the board, improving its integration in multiple applications. One of the highlights this month is the introduction of Rich artifacts in Copilot Pages, powered by Microsoft Loop. You can now create rich artifacts, including interactive charts, tables, complex diagrams, and code generated with Copilot from enterprise or web data. These artifacts can be added to Pages for further editing and refinement with Copilot. They are interactive and stay in sync across Microsoft 365 when shared for collaborative work.

Another notable improvement is that chat sessions will now have titles generated by large language models (LLM). This feature, which requires a Microsoft 365 license, will enhance organization and discoverability. Users can still rename or delete sessions as needed.

There’s a lot more to catch up on within the Copilot suite of products from Microsoft. Stay tuned for more updates and enhancements that will continue to improve your experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot.

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By João Ferreira Mar 5, 2025 Copilot 0 Comments

Reading Corner: “Source Code” by Bill Gates

I’ve been eagerly anticipating the release of Bill Gates’ latest book, “Source Code,” ever since I saw him announce it last year. Finally, the day arrived, and I wasted no time in purchasing it online on the day it was released. Although I usually prefer reading my books in English, I couldn’t wait a few extra days for the English version to arrive, so I opted for the Portuguese translated version, which you can see illustrating this post.

“Source Code” is not a book about Microsoft, as the title might suggest. Instead, it explores Bill Gates’ early days, long before he co-founded Microsoft with Paul Allen. Gates shares stories from his childhood, highlighting how he always felt different and was self-aware of this uniqueness. He recounts growing up in a privileged environment and how he managed to make a difference in various schools, with his family, and among different groups of people. The book is engaging and addictive, making it an easy read that I highly recommend not just to Microsoft fans but to anyone who loves computers.

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By João Ferreira Feb 11, 2025 Books 0 Comments

What’s new for Copilot – January 2025

The start of 2025 brings exciting new updates for Microsoft Copilot, enhancing productivity and creativity across various applications. One notable update is the Copilot in Excel with Python for Web, allowing users to perform advanced analytics using everyday language, with Copilot writing Python code and inserting it on the grid for deeper insights and stunning visuals.

Another significant feature is the Copilot in Microsoft 365 admin centers, which will be generally available by late March 2025, enhancing productivity with AI for routine tasks, insights, and maximizing Microsoft 365 investments.

Each month, Copilot continues to receive more updates, making it an indispensable tool for users. Continue reading to explore all the exciting new features and innovations.

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By João Ferreira Jan 31, 2025 Copilot 0 Comments

Hands-On tek Turns 13!

Last year, I shared the story of how Hands-On Tek began, but this year, I want to take you even further back in time to 1999. This was the year I started to build my very first website, at the age of 12, at a time when the Internet in my hometown was almost science fiction.

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By João Ferreira Jan 10, 2025 HANDS ON tek 0 Comments

What’s new for Copilot – December 2024

Discover the latest updates for Microsoft 365 Copilot and related technologies from December 2024. Learn about the upcoming rename of the Copilot app, new features in Viva Insights, and enhanced capabilities Microsoft Teams channels to improve user interaction and productivity.

Stay informed and make the most of these updates by reading more about all the announcements and see how these changes can benefit you and your organization.

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By João Ferreira Jan 2, 2025 Copilot 0 Comments

Farewell to Microsoft Delve: A New Era in Microsoft 365 begins today

Today, we bid farewell to Microsoft Delve, a tool that has been part of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem for a really long time. Delve was designed to help users discover and organize the information most relevant to them across Microsoft 365. Powered by the Office Graph, Delve provided personalized insights by mapping connections between people, content, and interactions within the organization. Over the years, Delve has played a crucial role in enhancing productivity and collaboration by making it easier to find documents, view profiles, and connect with colleagues.

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By João Ferreira Dec 16, 2024 Microsoft 365 0 Comments