July 18th, 2024

Three New Premium Visual Studio Subscriber Benefits Announced

Jim Harrer
Senior Product Marketing Manager

A Visual Studio Subscription, whether Professional or Enterprise, delivers far more than just software usage rights; it’s a comprehensive toolkit designed to significantly boost your development capabilities and career growth. These subscriptions can save you thousands each year, offering everything from monthly Azure credits for cloud experimentation to complimentary access to premium training platforms like Pluralsight and LinkedIn Learning. You will also benefit from discounted rates on Azure Dev/Test pricing and significant savings at professional events like Visual Studio LIVE!

Before we explore the details of our three new exciting benefits, ensure you’re fully leveraging your Visual Studio Subscription. If it’s been a while, log in at my.visualstudio.com to review and activate your benefits, equipping you with all necessary tools and training to excel in the fast-paced tech environment.

Exclusive New Learning Paths for Visual Studio Subscribers

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Uncover special opportunities designed specifically for paid Visual Studio subscribers to keep you at the forefront of the rapidly evolving software development landscape. With the rapid emergence of AI tools like copilots, staying well-skilled is not just an option—it’s imperative.

These three new exclusive benefits are crafted to enhance your skills and ensure you’re well-equipped to leverage the latest advancements in Visual Studio, .NET, and Azure, helping your business maintain a competitive edge. Utilize these exclusive benefits to achieve annual savings exceeding $1,500, supporting your desire to stay informed of the latest advancements in technology and development practices. Here’s what’s new for you:

Dometrain Pro: Full Access to Premium Courses

  • Overview: Boost your technical expertise with Dometrain Pro. Gain unlimited access to over 380 hours of HD content covering everything from foundational programming to advanced development techniques, all curated to help you keep pace with industry changes.
  • Key Benefit: Enjoy a 50% discount on your subscription to Dometrain Pro for Visual Studio, granting you access to more than 36 comprehensive courses for a full year. This is an excellent resource for staying current and deepening your knowledge base.

Training by Tim Corey via DevPass Business Edition

  • Overview: Designed for developers at all career stages, DevPass Business Edition provides targeted, real-world training. This program, featuring renowned educator Tim Corey, includes courses that are directly applicable to daily development work and upcoming challenges in modern software practices.
  • Key Benefit: Take advantage of a 50% discount on DevPass Business and unlock all 28 courses and over 320 hours of HD training for a full year, ensuring your skills remain sharp and relevant.

Visual Studio LIVE! Events: Exclusive Subscriber Discounts

  • Overview: Engage with the latest in software development at Visual Studio LIVE! Events, available in-person and virtually. These professional development gatherings spotlight cutting-edge technologies and practical applications, with a particular emphasis on AI and cloud advancements. Gain insights that can transform how you and your business leverage new products and features to accelerate development and elevate your solutions in the market.
  • Key Benefit: Secure exclusive discounts on registrations, allowing you to gain invaluable insights from industry experts at a fraction of the usual cost. This is your gateway to learning about new features, tools, and strategies that can help your business partners achieve more.

ACCESS YOUR BENEFITS

Unlocking the full potential of your Visual Studio Subscription is straightforward and can significantly enhance your development experience. Here’s how you can start utilizing these opportunities today:

Access the Visual Studio Subscription Portal

  • Step 1: Navigate to my.visualstudio.com. This portal is your gateway to all the benefits available through your subscription.
  • Step 2: Log in using your Visual Studio credentials. If you’re uncertain about your account details, consult your subscription administrator at your company.

Understanding Your Subscription Level

  • Community: Ideal for individual developers, the Community edition provides access to essential tools and services to kickstart your development projects. Note, however, that access to premium benefits are not included.
  • Professional: Designed for professional developers, this subscription tier includes a more comprehensive array of tools and services. As a Professional subscriber, you’ll discover numerous benefits designed to enhance your productivity and broaden your skill set.
  • Enterprise: The most extensive subscription tier, tailored for teams and organizations aiming to leverage the full power of Visual Studio. Enterprise subscribers enjoy access to exclusive benefits, including advanced tools, services, and training opportunities that can make a significant impact on your business outcomes.

Some benefits are reserved for paid subscription levels, which includes: Visual Studio Enterprise (Standard), Visual Studio Enterprise subscription with GitHub Enterprise, Visual Studio Enterprise (Annual cloud), Visual Studio Professional (Standard), Visual Studio Professional subscription with GitHub Enterprise, and Visual Studio Professional (Annual cloud).

Explore Your Benefits

  • Each subscription tier offers unique benefits, varying significantly in terms of access and scope. Once logged in, dedicate time to explore the specific benefits associated with your subscription level. From software licenses and Azure credits to training modules and partner offers, each benefit is crafted to support different facets of your development work.

Take Action Today

  • We encourage all our subscribers to log in and explore their benefits today, while you’re thinking about it. By fully understanding and utilizing your benefits, you ensure that you are not only keeping pace with the latest technological developments but also securing a competitive edge in your projects and career.

Check out your full list of benefits, based on your subscription type by visiting my.visualstudio.com

Author

Jim Harrer
Senior Product Marketing Manager

Jim Harrer is a Senior Product Marketing Manager at Microsoft, with a focus on the Visual Studio Family. When he's not working, Jim loves training his 3-year-old Labradoodle, Coco, who excels in Agility Training and Scent Detection. Approachable and always eager to connect, Jim is always open to meeting with customers.