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<\/a><\/p>\nAs I talk with Visual Studio developers about the learning and skilling benefits included in their subscription, one thing I hear often is:<\/p>\n
\u201cI wish I had more time to actually use Pluralsight.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n Starting today, I\u2019m pleased to share that we\u2019re doing something about that.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve extended access to Pluralsight for all Visual Studio subscribers\u201412 months for Enterprise<\/strong> and 6 months for Professional<\/strong>\u2014giving you more time to build skills, prepare for certifications, and stay ahead in a fast-moving industry.<\/p>\n Why this matters<\/strong><\/p>\n We know developers are juggling a lot\u2014projects, meetings, and ever-evolving tech. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve worked to extend the window of opportunity. Pluralsight is a powerful platform with thousands of expert-led courses, hands-on labs, and certification prep tools designed for real-world development.<\/p>\n Our internal data shows that Visual Studio learners typically spend 6 to 8 hours per course, and popular topics like C#<\/strong> and Angular<\/strong> align directly with enterprise needs. The extended access means you now have time to go deeper, revisit skills, or explore something entirely new\u2014on your schedule.<\/p>\n Get hands-on with Skills Labs<\/strong><\/p>\n Beyond courses, Pluralsight\u2019s Skills labs<\/strong> give you a chance to learn by doing. These labs offer fully provisioned environments where you can try things out without risk\u2014spin up virtual machines, configure Azure services, work with Git, or explore Power BI.<\/p>\n It\u2019s the kind of practice that builds confidence\u2014and makes the learning stick.<\/p>\n Here’s what\u2019s included<\/strong><\/p>\n With your extended access, here\u2019s just a sample of what you can tap into:<\/p>\n Your growth is our commitment<\/strong><\/p>\n At Visual Studio, we\u2019re invested in helping you succeed\u2014not just with tools, but with the resources to support your career. This expanded Pluralsight benefit is just one part of that commitment. Whether you\u2019re diving into cloud tech, prepping for a cert, or just trying to sharpen your day-to-day workflow\u2014we\u2019ve got your back.<\/p>\n This benefit is available to Visual Studio Professional<\/strong> and Enterprise<\/strong> subscribers with a standard Visual Studio subscription<\/strong>. If you’re unsure about your subscription type or want more details, check out the Visual Studio + Pluralsight documentation on Microsoft Learn<\/a>.<\/p>\n How to get started<\/strong><\/p>\n If you’re a Visual Studio Enterprise or Professional subscriber<\/strong>, head to my.visualstudio.com<\/a> and activate your extended Pluralsight access. It\u2019s already waiting for you.<\/p>\n You\u2019ve got more time. Now\u2019s the moment to make the most of it.<\/p>\n Thanks for being part of the Visual Studio community. We can\u2019t wait to see where your learning journey takes you next.<\/p>\n Check out the new Visual Studio Hub<\/strong><\/p>\n Stay connected with everything Visual Studio in one place! Visit the\u202fVisual Studio Hub<\/a>\u202ffor the latest release notes, YouTube videos, social updates, and community discussions.<\/p>\n Appreciation for your feedback<\/strong><\/p>\n Your insights help us improve Visual Studio, making it an even more powerful tool for developers. We are immensely grateful for your contributions and look forward to your continued support.<\/p>\n\n
Eligibility: Who Gets Extended Access<\/strong><\/h3>\n