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Join the trailhead team for:

TechBash 2025

Date and Time

November 4, 2025

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November 7, 2025

Location

Poconos, PA

Cost

$699+

Fuzzy Wuzzy Was a Search: Semantic Search in .NET

Jonathan "J." Tower

Searching isn't just about exact matches anymore—users expect search results that understand context and adapt to their input. Enter the world of AI-driven fuzzy search! In this session, we’ll explore how to implement powerful search capabilities in .NET using Microsoft.Extensions.AI, Ollama, ChatGPT, and vectorization techniques. You’ll learn: * How to integrate AI into your .NET applications with Microsoft.Extensions.AI. * How ChatGPT and Ollama enhance contextual understanding. * Why vectorization is key to semantic search and how to implement it. Through live demos and practical examples, you'll leave equipped to build better, more user-friendly search experiences. Whether you're a .NET developer or an AI enthusiast, this session will give you tools to level up your search game.

Oops, I Leaked It Again: API Security Mistakes Fixed

Jonathan "J." Tower

APIs are the backbone of modern applications—but one small mistake can expose sensitive data, allow unauthorized access, or even take down your entire system. In this session, we’ll explore the most common API security blunders (yes, including some real-world horror stories) and how to fix them with practical, developer-friendly rules of thumb. From accidental data leaks to broken authentication, we’ll cover the pitfalls that put your APIs at risk and the best practices that will save you from disaster. Whether you’re building a new API or securing an existing one, this talk will help you go from “Oops” to “Locked Down”—with a few laughs along the way.

More Event Info

Trailhead Team Attending

Jonathan “J.” Tower

Microsoft MVP, Telerik Developer Expert, Software Architect

Montage Portal

Montage Furniture Services provides furniture protection plans and claims processing services to a wide selection of furniture retailers and consumers.

Project Background

Montage was looking to build a new web portal for both Retailers and Consumers, which would integrate with Dynamics CRM and other legacy systems. The portal needed to be multi tenant and support branding and configuration for different Retailers. Trailhead architected the new Montage Platform, including the Portal and all of it’s back end integrations, did the UI/UX and then delivered the new system, along with enhancements to DevOps and processes.

Logistics

We’ve logged countless miles exploring the tech world. In doing so, we gained the experience that enables us to deliver your unique software and systems architecture needs. Our team of seasoned tech vets can provide you with:

Custom App and Software Development

We collaborate with you throughout the entire process because your customized tech should fit your needs, not just those of other clients.

Cloud and Mobile Applications

The modern world demands versatile technology, and this is exactly what your mobile and cloud-based apps will give you.

User Experience and Interface (UX/UI) Design

We want your end users to have optimal experiences with tech that is highly intuitive and responsive.

DevOps

This combination of Agile software development and IT operations provides you with high-quality software at reduced cost, time, and risk.

Trailhead stepped into a challenging project – building our new web architecture and redeveloping our portals at the same time the business was migrating from a legacy system to our new CRM solution. They were able to not only significantly improve our web development architecture but our development and deployment processes as well as the functionality and performance of our portals. The feedback from customers has been overwhelmingly positive. Trailhead has proven themselves to be a valuable partner.

– BOB DOERKSEN, Vice President of Technology Services
at Montage Furniture Services

Technologies Used

When you hit the trails, it is essential to bring appropriate gear. The same holds true for your digital technology needs. That’s why Trailhead builds custom solutions on trusted platforms like .NET, Angular, React, and Xamarin.

Expertise

We partner with businesses who need intuitive custom software, responsive mobile applications, and advanced cloud technologies. And our extensive experience in the tech field allows us to help you map out the right path for all your digital technology needs.

  • Project Management
  • Architecture
  • Web App Development
  • Cloud Development
  • DevOps
  • Process Improvements
  • Legacy System Integration
  • UI Design
  • Manual QA
  • Back end/API/Database development

We partner with businesses who need intuitive custom software, responsive mobile applications, and advanced cloud technologies. And our extensive experience in the tech field allows us to help you map out the right path for all your digital technology needs.

Our Gear Is Packed and We're Excited to Explore with You

Ready to come with us? 

Together, we can map your company’s tech journey and start down the trails. If you’re set to take the first step, simply fill out the contact form. We’ll be in touch – and you’ll have a partner who cares about you and your company. 

We can’t wait to hear from you! 

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