I am excited to share my latest article published in the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT) bulletin. Also, huge thanks to MBOT for the lovely letter of recognition shown in below: Read the full PDF here: mbot.org.my/MBOT/files/a...
Ts. Suzaril Shah, Eng. Tech, PMP
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Microsoft MVP - Azure AI Services | Docker Captain | Developing AI Solutions. Founder of airail.uk
Hey everyone! If you are using a Plaud Note Pro and want to avoid the paywall for transcriptions, I have a solution for you. I just wrote a tutorial on how to configure it using Microsoft Foundry. Save those student credits! Read the full guide here: techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/educato...
Set Up Plaud Note Pro with Microsoft Foundry | Microsoft Community Hub
Prerequisites Riffado, up and running: follow the setup guide in the official Riffado repository to get it going with Docker Compose. A Microsoft Foundry...
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Hey everyone! If you are building with generative AI, you need a backup plan for when your primary model drops. I wrote a tutorial on adding a fallback model to Hermes using Amazon Bedrock to keep those apps running smoothly! Read it here: builder.aws.com/content/3Gzg...
Adding a Fallback Model to Hermes with Amazon Bedrock | AWS Builder Center
I already have Hermes running against a model I configured on Azure AI Foundry, and to be fair it works. The catch is in the word "already": one provider means one point of failure. A quota cap, a thr...
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How to Set Up Plaud Note Pro with AWS Bedrock and Riffado builder.aws.com/content/38LQ... #AWSBuilders
How to Set Up Plaud Note Pro with AWS Bedrock and Riffado | AWS Builder Center
Transcription with Voxtral, summaries with Amazon Nova, powered by one Bedrock API key. Bedrock exposes three different API surfaces, none of which speak Riffado's dialect, so this is the story of two...
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Proud to serve as Judge at the Codex Community Hackathon Kuala Lumpur 2026. See you there!
Thrilled to announce my renewal as a Microsoft MVP for 2026-2027! 🏆 That's 3 years in the program, focusing on Microsoft Foundry. Grateful for the community and excited for what's next! 🚀 www.credly.com/badges/4a3ce... #MicrosoftMVP #MVPBuzz #MicrosoftFoundry #TechCommunity
2026-2027 Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) was issued by Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals Program to Muhammad Suzarilshah bin Zakaria.
The Microsoft MVP Program recognizes outstanding members of technical communities for their community participation and willingness to help others. Above all else, it is a people-powered program, made...
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July 2026 is one of the most hectic month in 2026. Having to study for both the PMP and Google Professional Cloud Security is a massive task. I managed to pass both with flying colors :D View my verified achievement from @google credly.com/badges/2048b...
Professional Cloud Security Engineer Certification was issued by Google Cloud to MUHAMMAD SUZARILSHAH ZAKARIA.
A Cloud Security Engineer allows organizations to design and implement secure workloads and infrastructure on Google Cloud. Through an understanding of security best practices and industry requirement...
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All those long hours after work and weekend studies, the process to get through this exam, and other personal sacrifices finally paid off. Also, a huge thank you to Swift for sponsoring the training and exams needed to pass.
Nailed the Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate (KCSA) exam with a perfect score of 100/100! 🛡️☸️💯 (Passing score: 75%). www.credly.com/badges/3c646... #KCSA #Kubernetes #DevSecOps #CNCF #CloudSecurity
KCSA: Kubernetes and Cloud Native Security Associate was issued by The Linux Foundation to MUHAMMAD SUZARILSHAH BIN ZAKARIA.
Earners of this badge have demonstrated an understanding of the baseline security configuration of Kubernetes clusters to meet compliance objectives, including the ability to harden security controls,...
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Honored to be renewed as a Docker Captain for 2026! 🐋⚓ Sailing strong since 2024. Massive thanks to the community and the Docker team for the recognition. Ready for another year of deep-diving into containers, cloud-native tech, and AI orchestration! Let's build. 🚀 www.docker.com/contributors...
Honored to return to the German-Malaysian Institute (GMI) I shared my career journey, alongside deep insights into how AI is shifting the enterprise landscape, the vital importance of soft skills, and how continuous upskilling can unlock massive doors. www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4Bj...
GMI Open Day 2026 Live Podcast
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🚀 Celebrating 5+ years as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)! From freelance training to mentoring a massive community of Microsoft Certified Professionals, this journey has been all about dedication and perseverance. Grateful for the recognition! 💼💡 #MCT #Microsoft #Upskilling #TechTrainer
Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) 2026 was issued by Microsoft to MUHAMMAD SUZARILSHAH BIN ZAKARIA.
Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) are technical and instructional experts who deliver training on Microsoft technologies. Earners can teach Microsoft courseware, guide learners through hands-on scen...
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Attended the 4-day Certified Associate in Project Management course conducted by trainer: Dr. MC Leong at Iverson. The session was very informative and an an eye opening experience for someone who just learned about PMP framework. Wish me luck for the PMP journey! www.credly.com/badges/6a774...
CAPM Certified Associate In Project Management was issued by Iverson Associates to Ts. Muhammad Suzarilshah Bin Zakaria.
Earners of the CAPM Certified Associate In Project Management have gained the fundamental knowledge, terminology and processes of effective project management.
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Feeling like you're playing catch-up with AI? You're not too late. Microsoft AI Skills Fest is happening June 8–12, 2026. It’s free, online, and designed to help you build practical skills. Let's build together. Register here: aiskillsnavigator.microsoft.com/events/AISF2...
Signing into Microsoft Foundry from OpenClaw via Azure AD is now WAY cleaner. No more janky auth workarounds. Just a proper flow. New post walking through the full setup step by step 👇 techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/educato...
Signing in to Microsoft Foundry from OpenClaw using Azure AD: a smoother way to bring your models in | Microsoft Community Hub
This post is a quick update to walk through the new flow. If you read the previous one, think of this as the easier path I wish I had the first time round....
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Supply chain attacks in 2026 aren't just targeting your code. They're targeting your scanners, your pipelines, and your trust. Docker broke down the threat landscape using Trivy + KICS, and the patterns are worth paying attention to. www.docker.com/blog/trivy-k... #DevSecOps #SupplyChainSecurity
Trivy, KICS, and the shape of supply chain attacks so far in 2026 | Docker
We caught a malicious image pushed to checkmarx/kics on Docker Hub, the image was quarantined, and we coordinated response with Socket and Checkmarx. This blog walks through what happened and why we b...
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AI on AWS in 2026 is no longer about one model or one service. It’s a full stack: models, agents, infra, data, and dev tooling, built to ship real systems. Read: blog.suzarilshah.uk/blog/ai-on-a... #AWS #AI #Bedrock #LLM #Cloud
AI on AWS in 2026: What’s New
A technical yet approachable guide to AWS AI updates across Bedrock, Nova, AgentCore, Trainium2, S3 Vectors, and Q Developer.
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So excited to share this news: I am officially an AWS Community Builder! I will be part of the AI Engineering category for the upcoming year. I cannot wait to connect with fellow builders, share knowledge, and dive deeper into the AWS ecosystem. #AWSCommunity #AIEngineering #AWSBuilder
AWS Certified AI Practitioner: Passed! That makes 2 exams passed in under 24 hours. I barely had a moment to study for this second one, but I trusted my gut and got it done. And with that, my exam marathon weekend is officially over! Time for a well-deserved break. www.credly.com/badges/aa2f6...
AWS Certified AI Practitioner was issued by Amazon Web Services Training and Certification to MUHAMMAD SUZARILSHAH BIN ZAKARIA.
Earners of this badge understand AI, ML, and generative AI concepts, methods, and strategies in general and on AWS. They can determine the correct types of AI/ML technologies to apply to specific use ...
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Just passed the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate! One month after getting my Google PCA, and with surprisingly little prep time (it actually snuck up on me), I’m happy to keep the momentum going Taking the AWS AI Practitioner exam today. Wish me luck! www.credly.com/badges/fffed...
AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer – Associate was issued by Amazon Web Services Training and Certification to MUHAMMAD SUZARILSHAH BIN ZAKARIA.
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Ready to build local AI agents that actually do things? 🤖🛠️ I just posted a guide on @MicrosoftTech about integrating OpenClaw with Microsoft Foundry. 🔗 techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/educato... #AIAgents #AzureAI #OpenClaw
Integrating Microsoft Foundry with OpenClaw: Step by Step Model Configuration | Microsoft Community Hub
Step 1: Deploying Models on Microsoft Foundry Let us kick things off in the Azure portal. To get our OpenClaw agent thinking like a genius, we need to deploy...
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I am a Microsoft MVP for a year and half now, but only now thought of switching the ranks in the Tech Community site
Building with Azure OpenAI Sora: A Complete Guide to AI Video Generation by Muhammad Suzarilshah bin Zakaria techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/educator-...
Building with Azure OpenAI Sora: A Complete Guide to AI Video Generation | Microsoft Community Hub
In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore how to integrate both Sora 1 and Sora 2 models from Azure OpenAI Service into a production web...
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I have been meaning to share this guide on setting up Claude Code with Microsoft Foundry models on macOS. If you are looking to integrate these models into your development workflow, check out the full walkthrough here: techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/educato...
How to Set Up Claude Code with Microsoft Foundry Models on macOS | Microsoft Community Hub
Introduction Building with AI isn't just about picking a smart model. It is about where that model lives. I chose to route my Claude Code setup through...
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After 3 months of work, my complete guide to Azure OpenAI Sora is finally live! • Sora 1 vs Sora 2 architecture • API integration & limitations • Cost analysis per generation Read it here: techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/educato...
Building with Azure OpenAI Sora: A Complete Guide to AI Video Generation | Microsoft Community Hub
In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore how to integrate both Sora 1 and Sora 2 models from Azure OpenAI Service into a production web...
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Proud to judge the 2026 Imagine Cup! It is inspiring to see student startups building real products with such clarity and purpose. The AI solutions I saw have the potential to shake up the market. Truly impressed by the innovation and rooting for these teams to reach the Finals!
I officially passed the Google Professional Cloud Architect exam! ☁️ This completes my "Triple Crown" of highest-level certs across AWS, Azure, and GCP. It wasn’t easy, balancing the exam, my Master’s Viva Voce, and multiple weddings all in one month was a wild ride! www.credly.com/badges/ec9d2...
Professional Cloud Architect Certification was issued by Google Cloud to MUHAMMAD SUZARILSHAH ZAKARIA.
Professional Cloud Architects enable organizations to leverage Google Cloud technologies. With a thorough understanding of cloud architecture and Google Cloud, they design, develop, and manage robust,...
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I am so proud of myself of having achieved these in 2025. Despite the ups and downs, I persevered! More to come in 2026!
2025 Recap: ✅ Passed: 11 Certs 💀 Failed: 3 (CKA, CNPE, Databricks ML... rip) 💍 Unlocked: Marriage Badge Social media usually hides the L's, but those failures were my best teachers this year. Logging off now to touch grass and hang with the family. Happy holidays! ☁️ #TechSky #CloudNative #DevOps
