TLDR: Microsoft has officially announced its annual Build developer conference for 2025, scheduled to take place from May 19-22 in Seattle. The event is anticipated to heavily feature advancements in artificial intelligence, with keynotes from CEO Satya Nadella and other executives, focusing on new opportunities across Microsoft’s platforms in the AI era.
Microsoft has confirmed the dates and initial details for its highly anticipated Build 2025 developer conference, setting the stage for a deep dive into the future of technology, with a significant emphasis on artificial intelligence. The annual event will be held from May 19 to May 22, 2025, at the Seattle Convention Center in Seattle, Washington, with options for both in-person and online attendance.
The tech giant made the announcement via social media, signaling that this year’s Build will continue to build on the foundations laid in previous years, particularly the accelerating AI transformation. While specific agenda details are yet to be fully revealed, industry observers and Microsoft’s own messaging strongly suggest that artificial intelligence will be the central theme.
Attendees can expect a comprehensive experience structured around four key pillars: Connect with fellow developers, Code in hands-on sessions, Learn about new technologies, and Grow their skills with cutting-edge innovations. The conference is designed to provide developers and engineers with insights into Microsoft’s latest technologies and tools, fostering networking opportunities within the global Microsoft community.
The opening keynote, a traditional highlight, is expected to be delivered by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, likely alongside Chief Technology Officer Kevin Scott. Their presentations are anticipated to outline Microsoft’s strategic vision and major announcements, particularly how the company is ‘creating new opportunity across [its] platforms in this era of AI.’ Nadella’s previous Build keynotes have consistently highlighted how ‘every layer of the tech stack is changing’ due to AI workloads and technological advancements.
Expected topics include further developments in Copilot AI, with potential announcements regarding new AI agents for Windows 11 to automate tasks, and an in-depth look at features like Copilot Vision, which enables the AI assistant to interpret on-screen activity to guide users through tasks. Microsoft may also share updates on its own AI models for Copilot, potentially showcasing alternatives to OpenAI’s offerings, such as the Phi Silica small language AI model already used in Copilot+ PCs’ neural processing units (NPUs).
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While new hardware announcements are less likely at Build 2025, given recent launches of Surface Pro and Surface Laptop devices, the conference will undoubtedly showcase how AI integrates with Microsoft’s existing ecosystem, including Azure, Edge, M365, SQL Server, and Visual Studio. The event serves as a crucial platform for Microsoft to demonstrate its vision for the future of technology and provide developers with the tools to shape it.
