Hi Lothar,
Congratulations on starting your Visual Studio annual subscription! It's great to hear that you have a need for Dev/Test servers and that you've found the benefits provided by Pluralsight. Let me address your questions.
Regarding the limited time benefits from Pluralsight, typically the activation period starts when you activate them. However, to be absolutely sure about the specific terms and conditions, I recommend reaching out to the Pluralsight support team or checking the documentation that came with your subscription. They will be able to provide you with accurate information regarding the activation period for the benefits.
For architecture discussions related to on-premise environments, the Microsoft Tech Community is an excellent place to engage with fellow professionals and experts. While Azure and cloud-related topics are quite prevalent, you can still find valuable discussions and resources for on-premise environments. I suggest exploring the community forums, joining relevant groups, and posting your questions and thoughts there. The community is active and supportive, so you're likely to receive helpful insights and guidance from knowledgeable individuals.
If you have any further questions or need assistance with your Visual Studio subscription or any other Microsoft-related topics, feel free to ask. Happy coding!
Best regards,
@ow6nmusk
