Maryam Maleki, Ph.D. is a Principal User Researcher at Microsoft, where she leads strategic research on AI-assisted developer experiences and IT workflows across GitHub Copilot and Azure. With a background in Human-Computer Interaction and over 15 years of applied research experience, she specializes in ethnographic and mixed-method approaches to studying emerging technologies in context. Maryam’s recent work explores how generative AI is transforming both user behavior and research practice itself.
Sessions
Apr 29
11:55 AM - 12:15 PM EDT
Yellow Stage
AI & Research Workflows
Qualitative Research
Tech & Software Companies
How AI Can Scale Research Without Losing Its Soul
AI is rewriting the rules of qualitative research, but it isn't replacing what makes the craft valuable. Prayag Narula and Maryam Maleki, Ph.D., will reveal how AI takes the heavy lifting out of analysis, scales qualitative research beyond what was previously possible, and empowers organizations to uncover insights faster than before. Bring your toughest questions to this live Q&A. Key Takeaways: 1. Use AI to scale analysis and accelerate workflows while keeping human judgment at the center. 2. Discover real-world practices for empowering teams to surface insights without sacrificing rigor. 3. Learn how to apply these lessons directly to your organization’s challenges and opportunities.
