Dunnam, April: The Copilot Compass

In a world where AI is seamlessly woven into everyday tools, The Copilot Compass helps you cut through the noise to understand Microsoft's growing Copilot ecosystem and choose the right tool for the right task. The book starts by untangling the different Copilots in Microsoft 365. You will learn about the ideal uses of Copilot in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel compared to Microsoft 365 Copilot, and how each supports productivity in a different way. From there, you will get a clear look at agents built in Copilot Studio and why they matter for people who want results without writing code.  Along t he way, we will clear up the buzzwords that make this space feel intimidating. Tokens, prompts, models, orchestrators-all explained in plain language. You will also get a realistic view of what AI can and cannot do, and how to spot strong use cases versus poor ones.  By the end of the book you will not only know the difference between a bot, a workflow, and an agent, you will know when each is the right choice. What You will Learn: How to choose the right Copilot or agent for your needs.  The fundamentals of how large language models work behind the scenes.  Clear explanations of AI terminology without the jargon.  When low-code tools like Copilot Studio are the right fit, and when pro-code solutions such as Azure AI Foundry are better.  , including considerations like cost, accuracy, and environmental impact. Who This Book Is For: Business users, Developers and Power Platform makers