Frequently asked questions

I lead multiple user groups. Am I limited to one group in the program?

You are not limited to a single group in the Azure Tech Groups program.

I am the primary leader for one group and the co-leader for another. Is this okay?

Yes. Many program participants hold roles in more than one user group.

How do I communicate leadership changes for my group?

You can manage your leadership changes directly with Meetup. Review the Stepping down section on Meetup.

How do I remove a group from the program?

If you would like to remove your group from the Azure Tech Groups program, you can initiate that process by emailing azure-tech-groups@microsoft.com. By withdrawing from the program, all program benefits and communications for your group will be terminated.

Where can I find past communications?

The most recent communications can be found in the Leaders Hub on Microsoft Tech Community. There is also an archive of older communications and quarterly call presentations in Group Leader Resources on GitHub.

Why do we need a group code of conduct?

People are the foundation of a community. For a community to thrive, it needs diversity of thought and safety for its members. Microsoft is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion. All Microsoft employees enjoy a safe work environment and a culture of mutual respect and responsibility. Our team members and community partners should enjoy the same environment.

Read more in the program guide or check out the Azure Tech Groups Code of Conduct.

Do I need to reside in the same country as where my group is established?

While it's likely that most group leaders will reside in the same country or region where their group meets, this is not required to participate in the Azure Tech Groups program.

What should I do if I receive an error while trying to access the Azure Tech Groups - Leaders Hub?

If you are logged in to Microsoft Tech Community and receive the following error when attempting to access the Azure Tech Groups - Leaders Hub:

Access denied error message

Email azure-tech-groups@microsoft.com with your Microsoft Tech Community user ID, so we can assist with troubleshooting.

To find your user ID:

  1. Go to https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/.
  2. Sign in with your Microsoft account.
  3. Click on your avatar in the top right, and select My Profile.
  4. The number at the end of the URL is your user ID.

Example: The user ID for "https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/123456" is 123456.

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