Year in Review...

As 2018 comes to a close, I’d like to reflect back on the events of the past 12 months. The beginning of the year saw the implementation of Windows Insiders for Business within my organization. This, along with Windows Analytics signaled a new direction with cloud services and a new vision for the future.

I am truly honored to have had a chance to work very closely with some incredible people within Microsoft. I’m talking about Blair Glennon, Dona Sarkar, Jeremiah Marble, Zach Dvorak, Deepam Dubey, and so many others that if I listed them all this blog would go on forever.

As an Insider I have been able to provide feedback and see the results in the final product. This comes from installing over 40 builds this year from the fast ring…twice. Once on my corporate build and once on my personal device. Taking the time to review release notes, trying things out, doing quests, and leaving feedback.

There have been improvements in Edge’s PDF functionality, improvements to Timeline, a new Snip & Sketch tool, and countless other new features.

September came and off to Ignite! I was able to meet so many wonderful people from the Insiders team, MVPs from all over the world, and connected with other Insiders from all over the globe!

Then came the 1809 release…and pause…and release. I won’t go on about this as I have already said my peace on this one.

My journey as a Windows Insider has been a wild ride for most of 2018. As I plan for 2019 there is a lot more in store. One thing I’m looking at now is Desktop Analytics. Can’t share much right now, but stay tuned! Other things on the docket are local meetups in the Raleigh, NC area, lots more blogging, more speaking engagements and more builds!! I hope to share what I have learned (and continue to learn) with anyone and everyone!

Looking forward to 2019! Happy New Year!

-Eddie