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kopbeen
Copper Contributor
Jan 19, 2026

MVP membership

Good day, 

I would like to become a MVP - but I remember in the past you need to be sponsored and be active in the technical Microsoft forums ? I've got a MCSE. MSCD, MCDBA and MCT certifications under my belt. But not sure what the next step is ? I also my internship in the UK with the SRG team in Reading.... (and met the developer who designed and codes the old 'robocopy' console app :)

Thanks and regards,

Pieter Claassens

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  • thewatchernode1's avatar
    thewatchernode1
    MCT
    Feb 20, 2026

    There is no 1 true path to becoming a recognized Microsoft MVP, If you want to be an MVP you are doing it wrong. 

    You need to look at what you can contribute to the Microsoft Community whether thats blogging, vblogging, public speaking, running a UG etc.. but most importantly networking at events is key. As fellow MVPs can nominate you for MVP Award but you need to contributing regularly to the community. I hope this helps. 

    Ex-MVP