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Get ready to be captivated by Marlene's remarkable journey from Zimbabwe to Microsoft, as she shares her passion for artificial intelligence and Python on Azure. In this episode, Marlene recounts her beginnings with ZimboPy, a groundbreaking initiative she founded to empower girls through coding in Python. Her deep love for Python's simplicity and versatility shines through as she discusses her extensive involvement in the global Python community and her impactful five-year tenure on the Python Software Foundation Board. Marlene's story is a testament to the power of community and diversity, inspiring listeners to engage and contribute, no matter their technical background.

Ever wondered how PyCon Africa came to life? Marlene walks us through the exciting development of this vibrant event, rooted in the Ghanaian Python community and supported by prominent figures like Daniele Porcita from EuroPython. Transitioning into the world of AI, we delve into how Python developers can effortlessly pivot to AI roles, thanks to Python's dominance in the AI landscape and its seamless integration with the Azure ecosystem. Discover innovative Python libraries and tools like Promptflow and Prompti, designed to revolutionize AI projects and make cutting-edge technology accessible to all.

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