"So, a booth babe and a geek walk in to a bar..."
Marketing talks about Windows Embedded (Or will, as soon as Marketing knows what's she's talking about)
Something I like: blogs with "Rocker!" in the title
Like this: https://blogs.msdn.com/officerocker/ Maybe my blog should be called "So, a booth babe and...
Author: Trika Date: 03/07/2007
Your Next Step in Windows Server Certifications: March 28 Live Meeting
At the end of this month we will host a Live Meeting about Server certs; I know there are a lot of...
Author: Trika Date: 03/05/2007
(Certification) Grids Gone Wild
A few more cert grids are now live on the Microsoft.com/learning site.... MCTS: Microsoft Windows...
Author: Trika Date: 03/05/2007
Exam Insurance TechNet Plus Direct offer extended through April 30
Sounds like there are now two more months to get in on the TechNet Plus Direct offer of Exam...
Author: Trika Date: 03/04/2007
Kidneys: Nothing To Be Ashamed Of
At the end of March, we are having a Live Meeting update on Windows Server certifications. Even...
Author: Trika Date: 03/02/2007
I have no idea what you're talking about. Seriously.
"Is ADSI edit still going to be available in 2007?" "...Stand-by Cluster Replication (SCR), coming...
Author: Trika Date: 02/26/2007
If you've ever thought to yourself... "How $%@!!# long can it possibly take to make a MS Press Training Kit? Publish it, already!"
...you might have to think again. I asked one of my friends from the Microsoft Press team--a...
Author: Trika Date: 02/23/2007
MCTS certification grids and information live for SPS, Exchange, Vista
MCTS: Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, Configuration MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007,...
Author: Trika Date: 02/21/2007
Rescheduled: First Session of February 21 MCA-led Exchange Live Meeting
If you registered for the February 21 Scott Andersen meeting (just the first session, at 7:30 AM...
Author: Trika Date: 02/19/2007
Business Certifications for Microsoft Office 2007
We have released new certifications (for Office workers) for MIcrosoft Office 2007... they are...
Author: Trika Date: 02/18/2007
Vista E-Learning 5103/5106 information for patient, good people Toby, Gary, and Megan
YOU ASKED: I am trying to study for 70-621. There are no e-learning courses yet, but there are for...
Author: Trika Date: 02/17/2007
Exchange Server 2007 Credentials and Exams: Live Meeting Recording
Two good meetings yesterday on Exchange 2007 credentials, exams, related training, and timelines. It...
Author: Trika Date: 02/16/2007
Check it: MCA blog
The Microsoft Certifed Architect program is a cool program. For this reason, I cannot blame you for...
Author: Trika Date: 02/15/2007
Reminder about tomorrow (Feb 15) Exchange Cert Live Meeting
A. We'd love to have you attend this live meeting tomorrow (which is today for some of you). We will...
Author: Trika Date: 02/14/2007
For those of you tracking my travel plans: Orlando, Fla., USA, June 4-8
I'm going to TechEd US in Orlando this summer. I felt really lucky to go to last year's TechEd in...
Author: Trika Date: 02/12/2007
retirements and recertification in 'new model' credentials
This is just a 'trailer' for info I'm planning to put up soon, so if you are hoping to learn...
Author: Trika Date: 02/08/2007
Messenger, Shot After Exam Announcements, Changes Subject
Not really shot; just sorry I had bad news for those of you who took the betas. Keep the comments...
Author: Trika Date: 02/05/2007
New Dates for Vista Professional-Series (MCITP) Exams
Hi. New dates, below. For the background and info on the related beta exams, read the update to my...
Author: Trika Date: 02/02/2007
OT: "Vow!"
I had fun yesterday at the Vista/Office launch party on campus here; it was kind of exciting. Top...
Author: Trika Date: 01/30/2007
What the Heck Happened to 71-623? (or, Update on Vista Exams)
FEBRUARY 2: ADDED NEW DATES AND BETA INFO, BELOW. For those of you who were asking about the 623...
Author: Trika Date: 01/30/2007
Q&A from the Jan 23 SQL2005 Cert Live Meeting
If you’re interested in SQL Server 2005 certifications, I recommend watching the recording or...
Author: Trika Date: 01/29/2007
Hey, watch this Live Meeting where I screw up!
Thanks to those of you who came to one of yesterday's meetings on the SQL Server 2005...
Author: Trika Date: 01/24/2007
Certification help for those of you who work in a Microsoft Partner organization
There are special offers set up to help Microsoft Partner companies get skilled to deliver and work...
Author: Trika Date: 01/23/2007
Prepare for SQL 70-431 without leaving your desk… (more info on SQL Server 2005 cert prep)
Microsoft Learning recently introduced this new product (Microsoft Official Distance Learning) that...
Author: Trika Date: 01/23/2007
E-learning, practice test offers to help MCDBAs earn SQL Server 2005 certifications
We'll have a page on Microsoft.com about this soon, but the offers are available now so I didn’t...
Author: Trika Date: 01/23/2007
Reminder: SQL2005 certifications live meetings on January 23
We'll poast the recording, too, if you can't make it to one of the live sessions....
Author: Trika Date: 01/22/2007
seeking MSFT certified models for photo shoot (being fabulously attractive a plus, but not required)
We're looking for some Microsoft Certified types to feature as MCP peers in the MCP newsletter...
Author: Trika Date: 01/17/2007
a few notes on Microsoft Press Training Kits for VS2005 exams
A customer asked if we're bundling any books for the developer certifications, and here's what I...
Author: Trika Date: 01/15/2007
Guess what is delicious?
What is delicious is Segura Viudas Aria Pinot Noir Brut Cava. My manager (her name is Deborah and...
Author: Trika Date: 01/12/2007
If you think you know everything (and if you do, quite possibly, know everything), you might be a good candidate for MCT.
MCT enrollment is open. I’ve had the privilege to work with a bunch of Microsoft Certified Trainers...
Author: Trika Date: 01/12/2007
"May I use 70-620 as an MCSE elective?" and other FAQ about Vista cert exams
This is going to be long and ugly, but hopefully functional. These questions came from the Vista...
Author: Trika Date: 01/11/2007
info/help for job seekers on Office Online
Resume help, tips, templates, looks helpful:...
Author: Trika Date: 01/09/2007
I tell you what! It's early.
I drove a friend to the airport this morning at 4:10 a.m. PST and decided to come right to the...
Author: Trika Date: 01/08/2007
Don't be alarmed; what you're experiencing is perfectly normal (or, news about Vista exam 71-620)
If you are waiting for your exam results from 71-620, you're not the only one... unfortunately....
Author: Trika Date: 01/08/2007
Vista Exam 70-620 (TS: Microsoft Windows Vista, Configuring) is live
Check it, you can register for 70-620 now. Here's the prep guide....
Author: Trika Date: 01/05/2007
What we're planning for .NET 3.0 certifications
Howard just posted this, good info....
Author: Trika Date: 01/03/2007
check in with MSL at U.S. Office, Vista, Exchange launch events
Hi - Microsoft Learning will have a booth at the U.S. 'Ready for a New Day' launch events in 15...
Author: Trika Date: 01/03/2007
my blog isn't racy.
I need some help to fancy up my blog, like from a blogging specialist technical consultant or a blog...
Author: Trika Date: 01/03/2007
Read this if you give a hoot about SQL BI certifications
Hello. You might recall some news about a new path for SQL Server 2005 Business Intelligence...
Author: Trika Date: 01/03/2007
Don't Sleep! Live Meeting to Introduce Exchange 2007 Certifications
February 15, 2007 - English language Live Meeting. Rob Linsky (he's Microsoft Learning's cert...
Author: Trika Date: 01/02/2007
SQL Server 2005 Certifications: MCP Live Meeting on January 23
Registration links for the SQL cert live meeting are now live, feel free to pass this on. Join this...
Author: Trika Date: 01/02/2007
All I want for Christmas is... an IDC study on the value of certification?!?
All of your holiday wishes are coming true. You can find a PDF version of this new report here, if...
Author: Trika Date: 12/28/2006
update on exam path for MCSDs interested in VS2005 Credentials
On the developer upgrade landing page, we talked about a four-exam upgrade path for MCSDs to earn...
Author: Trika Date: 12/27/2006
My vanpool is called The Tick.
My favorite thing about working at Microsoft is my vanpool. It is called the Tick and is...
Author: Trika Date: 12/27/2006
Are you kidding me?
Everything fun happened before I worked here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voOPHVvIz1Y
Author: Trika Date: 12/18/2006