Microsoft Build 2026 confirmed for June 2-3 in San Francisco with 'no-fluff' AI focus

Microsoft confirmed Build 2026 will be held June 2-3 at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco, the first in the city since 2016. The conference promises a 'no-fluff' event focused on real code, real systems, and real workflows for AI developers. Key session themes include developer tools/frameworks, cloud platform/data, model training, agents/apps, responsible AI, and Windows. Highlighted sessions include building local AI on Windows, using agents to build WinUI3 apps, and monetizing apps and agents with Microsoft Marketplace. Satya Nadella is expected to deliver the opening keynote. The session catalog is live at build.microsoft.com. Online broadcast available; in-person entry fee is $1,099.