UPDATE January 5, 2024: All vouchers have been given away! Congratulations to everyone and thanks for your incredible responses! We look forward to more opportunities in the future.
In the spirit of the season, we are excited to announce a unique and special giveaway to our incredible User Groups! We know that many of our Community User Groups are actively building their skills and knowledge through certifications on Microsoft Learn. We have 250 50% off vouchers for Microsoft Learn exams available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you'd like to be one of the community members to benefit from this giveaway, please make sure you read all of this post!
Because this is to celebrate our User Groups, to have your chance for the voucher we need you to:
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KUDO this post.
- Copy and paste the URL of the User Group you're a member of in the comments, including the group name and location.
EXAMPLE: Biz Apps Community User Group - Power Platform Community (microsoft.com) Biz Apps Community User Group, Redmond, WA
Remember, there are only 250 vouchers to give away, so don't delay! Kudo and comment as soon as you can! Not a member of a group? Now would be a great time to join! Find a group to be part of and join today (find a group here). The first 250 community members to follow all the directions across all our communities will receive a private message in the community from the Community Engagement Team with details on how to claim the vouchers.
Thanks to all our amazing User Groups across our Power Platform Communities!
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We’re thrilled to announce significant enhancements to our Community Blogs and Forums, designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and connection in the Community. 🚀💡 Please access the Copilot Community Blogs & Copilot Community Forum Boards and save the new deep links. Note: As we continue our journey towards a fully updated platform, we want to keep you informed of the current known issues you may encounter on the Community site: Deep Link Discrepancies: You may find that previously saved deep links are not functioning as expected. They are currently redirecting to the "Read Only" Forums & Blog boards. We understand the inconvenience this may cause and we are working to resolve the issue. In the meantime, you can access the updated: Copilot Community Blogs & Copilot Community Forum Boards and save the new deep links. Profile and Contribution visibility: Your profile, contributions, badges and other related elements may appear incomplete or not fully updated. Rest assured; this is a temporary state due to the ongoing transition. We are making every effort to ensure a complete and accurate migration of all of your valuable contributions. What’s New? 🌟 Revamped Community Blogs: Dive into a more intuitive and enriched blogging experience, where sharing knowledge and insights is easier and more enjoyable than ever. Enhanced Forums: Engage in discussions, ask questions, and connect with peers through our improved forums, now with better navigation and user-friendly features. Why Check It Out? ✔ Stay Informed: Keep up with the latest trends, tips, and tricks from Copilot experts and fellow community members.Expand Your Network: Connect with like-minded professionals and build lasting relationships within the community.Share Your Voice: Contribute your own stories, solutions, and successes to inspire and educate others. Stay tuned for more details as we approach the launch date. We can’t wait for you to join us in this new chapter of the Copilot Studio Community. Together, let’s make it a hub of innovation and inspiration!
Markus Franz is a phenomenal contributor to the Power Apps Community. Super Users like Markus inspire others through their example, encouragement, and active participation. The Why: "I do this to help others achieve what they are trying to do. As a total beginner back then without IT background I know how overwhelming things can be, so I decided to jump in and help others. I also do this to keep progressing and learning myself." Thank you, Markus Franz, for your outstanding work! Keep inspiring others and making a difference in the community! 🎉 Keep up the fantastic work! 👏👏 Markus Franz | LinkedIn Power Apps: mmbr1606
We are excited to announce the "The Copilot Cookbook Community Challenge is a great way to showcase your creativity and connect with others. Plus, you could win tickets to the Power Platform Community Conference in Las Vegas in September 2024 as an amazing bonus. Two ways to enter: 1. Copilot Studio Cookbook Gallery: https://aka.ms/CS_Copilot_Cookbook_Challenge 2. Power Apps Copilot Cookbook Gallery: https://aka.ms/PA_Copilot_Cookbook_Challenge There will be 5 chances to qualify for the final drawing: Early Bird Entries: March 1 - June 2Week 1: June 3 - June 9Week 2: June 10 - June 16Week 3: June 17 - June 23Week 4: June 24 - June 30 At the end of each week, we will draw 5 random names from every user who has posted a qualifying Copilot Studio template, sample or demo in the Copilot Studio Cookbook or a qualifying Power Apps Copilot sample or demo in the Power Apps Copilot Cookbook. Users who are not drawn in a given week will be added to the pool for the next week. Users can qualify more than once, but no more than once per week. Four winners will be drawn at random from the total qualifying entrants. If a winner declines, we will draw again at random for the next winner. A user will only be able to win once. If they are drawn multiple times, another user will be drawn at random. Prizes: One Pass to the Power Platform Conference in Las Vegas, Sep. 18-20, 2024 ($1800 value, does not include travel, lodging, or any other expenses) Winners are also eligible to do a 10-minute presentation of their demo or solution in a community solutions showcase at the event. To qualify for the drawing, templates, samples or demos must be related to Copilot Studio or a Copilot feature of Power Apps, Power Automate, or Power Pages, and must demonstrate or solve a complete unique and useful business or technical problem. Power Automate and Power Pagers posts should be added to the Power Apps Cookbook. Final determination of qualifying entries is at the sole discretion of Microsoft. Weekly updates and the Final random winners will be posted in the News & Announcements section in the communities on July 29th, 2024. Did you submit entries early? Early Bird Entries March 1 - June 2: If you posted something in the "early bird" time frame complete this form: https://aka.ms/Copilot_Challenge_EarlyBirds if you would like to be entered in the challenge. Week 1 Results: Congratulations to the Week 1 qualifiers, you are being entered in the random drawing that will take place at the end of the challenge. Copilot Cookbook Gallery:Power Apps Cookbook Gallery:1. @Mathieu_Paris 1. @SpongYe 2. @Dhanush 2. @Deenuji 3. n/a3. @Nived_Nambiar 4. n/a4. @ManishSolanki 5. n/a5. n/a
For the third year, we invite you, our talented community members, to participate in the grand 2024 Power Platform Community Conference's Got Power Awards. This event is your opportunity to showcase solutions that make a significant business impact, highlight extensive use of Power Platform products, demonstrate good governance, or tell an inspirational story. Share your success stories, inspire your peers, and show off some hidden talents. This is your time to shine and bring your creations into the spotlight! Make your mark, inspire others and leave a lasting impression. Sign up today for a chance to showcase your solution and win the coveted 2024 PPCC’s Got Power Award. This year we have three categories for you to participate in: Technical Solution Demo, Storytelling, and Hidden Talent. The Technical solution demo category showcases your applications, automated workflows, copilot agentic experiences, web pages, AI capabilities, dashboards, and/or more. We want to see your most impactful Power Platform solutions! The Storytelling category is where you can share your inspiring story, and the Hidden Talent category is where your talents (such as singing, dancing, jump roping, etc.) can shine! Submission Details: Fill out the submission form https://aka.ms/PPCCGotPowerSignup by July 12th with details and a 2–5-minute video showcasing your Solution impact. (Please let us know you're coming to PPCC, too!)After review by a panel of Microsoft judges, the top storytellers will be invited to present a virtual demo presentation to the judges during early August. You’ll be notified soon after if you have been selected as a finalist to share your story live at PPCC’s Got Power! The live show will feature the solution demos and storytelling talents of the top contestants, winner announcements, and the opportunity to network with your community. It's not just a showcase for technical talent and storytelling showmanship, show it's a golden opportunity to make connections and celebrate our Community together! Let's make this a memorable event! See you there! Mark your calendars! Date and Time: Thursday, Sept 19th Location: PPCC24 at the MGM Grand, Las Vegas, NV
It's time for another TUESDAY TIPS, your weekly connection with the most insightful tips and tricks that empower both newcomers and veterans in the Power Platform Community! Every Tuesday, we bring you a curated selection of the finest advice, distilled from the resources and tools in the Community. Whether you’re a seasoned member or just getting started, Tuesday Tips are the perfect compass guiding you across the dynamic landscape of the Power Platform Community. To enhance our collaborative environment, it's important to acknowledge when your question has been answered satisfactorily. Here's a quick guide on how to accept a solution to your questions: Find the Helpful Reply: Navigate to the reply that has effectively answered your question.Accept as Solution: Look for the "Accept as Solution" button or link, usually located at the bottom of the reply.Confirm Your Selection: Clicking this button may prompt you for confirmation. Go ahead and confirm that this is indeed the solution.Acknowledgment: Once accepted, the reply will be highlighted, and the original post will be marked as "Solved". This helps other community members find the same solution quickly. By marking a reply as an accepted solution, you not only thank the person who helped you but also make it easier for others with similar questions to find answers. Let's continue to support each other by recognizing helpful contributions.
Calling all Super Users & User Group Leaders Reminder: To register for the Community Ambassador Call on June 13th—for an exclusive event for User Group Leaders and Super Users! This month is packed with exciting updates and activities within our community. What's Happening: Community Updates: We'll share the latest developments and what's new in our vibrant community.Special Guest Speaker: Get ready for an insightful talk and live demo of Microsoft Copilot Studio templates by our special guest.Regular Updates: Stay informed with our routine updates for User Groups and Super Users.Community Insights: We'll provide general information about ongoing and upcoming community initiatives. Don't Miss Out: Register Now: Choose the session that fits your schedule best.Check your private messages or Super User Forum for registration links. We're excited to connect with you and continue building a stronger community together. See you at the call!
Exam Voucher Terms
Discount exam vouchers will have the following terms:
Only 1 voucher is allowed per person. In no event should distribution of more than one voucher to a single candidate happen.
Eligible Exams - Vouchers will only be redeemable for Fundamentals and Advanced Role Based (ARB) exams.
These vouchers cover all AI, AZ, DA, DP, MB, MD, MS, PL and SC exams.
Voucher Expiration - Vouchers should be used within 3 months or less. The 3 months includes the time to schedule and take the exam.
No Extensions - Once ordered, voucher expiration dates cannot be extended.
No Retakes - Exam vouchers are valid for single exams only; retakes are not included.