VS Code Dev Days: How Global MVPs and Communities Brought AI-Powered Coding to Life
The VS Code Dev Days series was a global celebration of AI, community, and learning. Designed to reintroduce developers to Visual Studio Code and GitHub Copilot, this pilot program brought together Microsoft MVPs (Most Valuable Professionals), Microsoft employees, GitHub Campus Ambassadors, and Student Ambassadors. Over two months, 92 events across 36 countries transformed Microsoft offices, universities, and community spaces into innovation hubs. What made this truly special was the collaboration — MVPs and local leaders working hand in hand with Microsoft teams to empower thousands of developers eager to explore the next era of coding. From Toronto to Buenos Aires, Islamabad to Bengaluru, VS Code Dev Days showcased the vibrant spirit of the global developer community. Each region added its own unique energy and creativity. In Toronto, Canada, there were two VS Code Dev Days events by MVP Jack Lee who is leading North Toronto Cloud & DevOps User Group and another MVP Ehsan Eskandari who is leading the Metro Toronto Azure Community and celebrated the power of community-led innovation, “Hosting at Microsoft Canada HQ was incredible. Working closely with the Microsoft team made everything smooth — from logistics to content. The interest in VS Code and Copilot was stronger than ever” said Ehsan Eskandari. & DevOps User Group & DevOps User Group In Bengaluru, India, MVP Mohammed Azarudeen and the TechNexus community hosted over 300 developers at Microsoft’s Bellandur office. “It was a hit! The energy was unlimited,” Azarudeen shared. “Having Microsoft’s venue, content support, and FTE partners like Prasanna Nagarajan made the event seamless. Developers were thrilled about Copilot workflows and MCP integration — so many ‘aha!’ moments” continued Azarudeen. In Buenos Aires, Argentina, MVP Pablo Piovano described the day at the University of Buenos Aires as “a space for knowledge, collaboration, and networking that strengthens and empowers the local tech ecosystem.” ru, India In Islamabad, Pakistan, MVP Hamza Khattak led the city’s biggest developer event of the year. “We had 300+ registrations and 111 attendees — all passionate about AI and Copilot,” he reflected. “Microsoft’s support with content, logistics, and visibility made it feel like a true partnership. Seeing students and professionals code together was inspiring” Khattak continued. In Makati, Philippines, MVP Ziggy Zulueta also led inspiring event with more than 100 attendees. Zulueta said, “We not only demonstrated the basic features of the two platforms, Visual Studio Code and GitHub Copilot, but we also had a hackathon for the participants to test out advanced features of autonomous AI development. The energy and attendance inspire me to hold more events.” Across dozens of cities, organizers echoed the same sentiment — MVPs and Microsoft came together to create great events. Impact and Insights Thousands of developers attended in-person and virtual events with feedback indicating that the majority of participants plan to continue using VS Code with GitHub Copilot, citing its intuitive interface, AI-powered productivity, and integration capabilities. MVPs and local organizers highlighted how Microsoft’s regional support — from providing venues and SWAG to content mentorship — elevated the experience. “Access to Microsoft offices gave our communities credibility and excitement,” said MVP Ehsan Eskandari from Toronto. “Having direct connections with local FTEs created lasting bridges between Microsoft and grassroots communities.” These events also reinforced how global developers are at different stages in adopting AI-assisted coding. Some were using Copilot daily; others were encountering it for the first time. Yet all left inspired and equipped to use AI in their workflows. Ultimately, VS Code Dev Days proved what happens when Microsoft and its MVPs co-create experiences — a ripple effect of learning, curiosity, and empowerment. Call to Action VS Code Dev Days wasn’t just an event series — it was an endeavor of collaboration. Together, Microsoft teams, MVPs, and local user groups helped thousands of developers take their first steps into AI-assisted development. Now, the journey continues with the Microsoft AI Tour — a global event where developers and organizations can explore Microsoft’s latest AI tools, Copilot innovations, and real-world applications. Join us to connect with experts, experience hands-on learning, and see how AI can transform your coding journey. The future of development starts here. Resources Learn more about the MVP Program follow us on MVP Program Website and LinkedInMicrosoft Learning Rooms Weekly Round up 10/22
Below is a summary of what is happening within our Learning Rooms (Groups) so that you can stay in the loop and discover something new. To get frequent updates of their content you must follow/join the group that interests you. Make sure to join one of our Learning Rooms (Groups) today! Learning Room (Group) Details Date/Time Link to discussion/event/blog Microsoft Hero Community Event: FSI and Gen AI: Wealth management advisor with Azure Foundry Agents and MCP October 21, 2025 19:00 PM AEST October 21, 2025 10:00 AM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyankashah/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/Vb5rUWMBN9YN?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 11:00 AM PDT ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: The Role of Sentence Syntax in Security Copilot: Structured Storytelling for Effective Defence October 25, 2025 06:00 PM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/monaghadiri/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/EtPkn2EZkauD?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: The Integrated World of Microsoft Cloud Frameworks Thursday, Oct 30, 2025, 2:00 PM GMT+13 The Integrated World of Microsoft Cloud Frameworks | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Event: Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework Sunday, Nov 02, 2025, 08:00 PM PST Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Blog: 🚀✨ Get ready for a power-packed November with the Microsoft Zero to Hero Community! ✨🚀 🚀✨ Get ready for a power-packed November with the Microsoft Zero to Hero Community! ✨🚀 | Microsoft Community Hub
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I'm using VBA in Word 2013. My OS is Win10. I'm having a problem with macros that I created that will no longer work. When I click to run them, I get: "Run-time error '91': Object variable or With block variable not set." I have no idea what the problem could be. These macros ran fine before. Then, this started happening. For example, here's a very simply-written one to zoom out in order to be able to see 5 pages at once in Word: Sub Five_Page_View() ' ' Zoom 45% to see 5 pages ' ' ActiveWindow.ActivePane.View.Zoom.Percentage = 45 End Sub Used to work. Now, doesn't. I get the error above. Why? Does anyone have any idea what the problem might be? Thanks!Join the M365 Community Team at Power Platform Conference
We’re heading to Las Vegas for the Power Platform Community Conference—and you can still join us! If you’re part of the Microsoft 365 community, this is your chance to see how Copilot Studio and AI Agents are transforming productivity and workflows—shaping the future of M365 with automation, integration, and intelligent solutions across Teams, SharePoint, and more. 👉 Register today and come find us in the Community Lounge! 📍 Location: MGM Grand Hotel, Las Vegas, NV 📅 Dates: October 28–30, 2025 🔗 Register now: https://powerplatformconf.com/#!/register Come explore the Community Lounge on the 3rd floor! Join us for interactive sessions, networking, demos & Ask a Pro stations. Don’t miss “Building Your Career” & “Don’t Start from Scratch” sessions—bookmark them in the Whova event app! 💬 How are you using Copilot today, or what’s your dream use case? Drop your thoughts below! Karuana Gatimu, Jonathan Jones, Bryan Wofford Microsoft Power Platform Community hashtag#PowerPlatform hashtag#MicrosoftCommunity hashtag#PPCC hashtag#LasVegas hashtag#CommunityEvents hashtag#CommunityLuv hashtag#M365 hashtag#CopilotStudio hashtag#AI cc: Heather CookMicrosoft Learning Rooms Weekly Round up on 10/16
Below is a summary of what is happening within our Learning Rooms (Groups) so that you can stay in the loop and discover something new. To get frequent updates of their content you must follow/join the group that interests you. Make sure to join one of our Learning Rooms (Groups) today! Learning Room (Group) Details Date/Time Link to discussion/event/blog Azure Cloud Commanders Event: AI Innovation With Azure: From Concept to Creation Friday, Oct 17, 2025, 7:30 AM GMT+13 AI Innovation With Azure: From Concept to Creation | Microsoft Community Hub Modern Development with Azure Integration and AI Event: Azure Live Voice API and Avatar Creation Friday, Oct 17, 2025, 10:00 AM PDT techcommunity.microsoft.com/event/43624d95-1cb4-43ab-8b6e-e67b78fe8b98/azure-live-voice-api-and-avatar-creation/4458942 Microsoft Fabric Café Event: Securing AI in Fabric: Defending ML Workloads from Advanced Cyber Threats Friday, Oct 17, 2025, 09:00 PM PDT Securing AI in Fabric: Defending ML Workloads from Advanced Cyber Threats | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: D365 Field Service 101 October 19, 2025 09:00 AM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeevarajankumar/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/RtDkftSxhn7P?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: Security Best Practices for Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) Monday, Oct 20, 2025, 12:00 PM PDT Security Best Practices for Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS) | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: FSI and Gen AI: Wealth management advisor with Azure Foundry Agents and MCP October 21, 2025 19:00 PM AEST October 21, 2025 10:00 AM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/priyankashah/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/Vb5rUWMBN9YN?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator Thursday, Oct 23, 2025, 11:00 AM PDT ASO(cial) Superpowers: Streamlined App Deployments with Azure Service Operator | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Event: The Role of Sentence Syntax in Security Copilot: Structured Storytelling for Effective Defence October 25, 2025 06:00 PM CET 📢 https://www.linkedin.com/in/monaghadiri/ 🖇️ https://streamyard.com/watch/EtPkn2EZkauD?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 Azure Cloud Commanders Event: Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework Sunday, Nov 02, 2025, 08:00 PM PST Mastering Full Stack with Azure: Effortless Infrastructure and Well-Architected Framework | Microsoft Community Hub Azure Cloud Commanders Discussion: [Share] AZD-for-beginners [Share] AZD-for-beginners | Microsoft Community Hub Global Cloud & AI Community Discussion: Why should one learn AI? Why should One learn AI ? | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft Hero Community Blog: 🚀✨ Get ready for a power-packed November with the Microsoft Zero to Hero Community! ✨🚀 🚀✨ Get ready for a power-packed November with the Microsoft Zero to Hero Community! ✨🚀 | Microsoft Community Hub🚀✨ Get ready for a power-packed November with the Microsoft Zero to Hero Community! ✨🚀
From modernizing legacy applications to building intelligent AI agents, this month is all about innovation, security, and smarter cloud solutions. Whether you’re exploring Azure Service Bus, learning AI on AKS, or discovering how Copilot Studio can extend your AI capabilities, we’ve got something for everyone. 🌍💪 Our incredible lineup of global speakers will help you modernize, automate, and innovate with real-world insights across Azure, AI, and app development. 🌟 💡 November Highlights: 📢 Matthew Hess 📖 Get on the Bus! - The Azure Service Bus 📅 November 8, 2025 – 06:00 PM CET 🔗 https://streamyard.com/watch/jTD8RpCcrvAD?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 📢 Jonathan "J." Tower 📖 Old to Gold: How to Modernize Your Legacy ASP.NET Apps Gradually 📅 November 15, 2025 – 06:00 PM CET 🔗 https://streamyard.com/watch/9cwXWNSeCW8R?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 📢 Dharanidharan Balasubramaniam 📖 Build and Extend AI Agents with Microsoft Copilot Studio 📅 November 17, 2025 – 09:00 AM CET / 07:00 PM AEDT 🔗 https://streamyard.com/watch/bfcqHQsYQjNz?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 📢 Lee Markum 📖 Modern SQL Server Features That Make Life Better 📅 November 22, 2025 – 06:00 PM CET 🔗 https://streamyard.com/watch/D4kqAMh83PUq?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 📢 Thiago Shimada Ramos 📖 Building Intelligent Applications: Quick Guide to AI on AKS 📅 November 25, 2025 – 09:00 AM CET / 07:00 PM AEDT 🔗 https://streamyard.com/watch/D8mhvsJFEqCS?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 📢 Wim Matthyssen 📖 Azure Bastion: One does (still) not simply walk into my VNet! v4.00 📅 November 29, 2025 – 06:00 PM CET 🔗 https://streamyard.com/watch/t6VZxDndvSkA?wt.mc_id=MVP_350258 🌎 With sessions across multiple time zones, from Europe to Australia, there’s always an opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. ✨ Don’t miss out on this month’s journey to modernization, intelligence, and security in the Microsoft ecosystem.
