How to watch the Microsoft Build 2026 keynote with Satya Nadella live
Microsoft’s flagship developer gathering returns to San Francisco with a focus on AI breakthroughs, Windows enhancements, and cloud-first tooling. In-person seats are sold out, but the event remains accessible to a global audience via the online stream.
The main program kicks off with a keynote from Microsoft’s CEO on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. ET (9:30 a.m. PT). The keynote will be broadcast through the official developer channel, allowing you to follow the presentation in real time from anywhere.
What to expect from the keynote
This year’s spotlight is expected to center on AI-powered tools and services that span Windows, the cloud, and developer platforms. After Nadella’s opening remarks, attendees will likely see a lineup of sessions focused on agentic AI—building autonomous agents, refining models, and integrating intelligent capabilities into apps and workflows.
In addition to AI, look for deeper dives into Windows updates, enhancements to development tooling, and new capabilities designed to help developers ship smarter software more efficiently. Talks and demonstrations may introduce new AI models and bring forward refinements to Windows 11 and related ecosystems.
Key sessions to watch
- Building and deploying intelligent agents with open-weight models
- Implementing AI across Windows 365 and other Windows platforms
- New developer tools, SDK updates, and lifecycle improvements for apps
The event is known for its technical depth, offering hands-on labs, deep-dive talks, and previews of upcoming developer features. If you’re tracking potential announcements related to a next-generation Windows release or Xbox development efforts, the keynote’s follow-up sessions are a good place to catch official updates.
To follow along, tune into the official livestream and the event’s scheduled programming. The online experience is designed to be accessible to developers around the world, with content available without in-person attendance.
