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About Blogathon

Attention developers and cloud innovators! The Azure Blogathon has returned, bigger and better. Get ready to put your ingenuity and mastery of Azure to the test. Unleash your creativity by crafting functional prototypes that solve real-world applications on Microsoft Cloud and help drive innovation.

This isn't just a challenge; it's a celebration of innovation and a chance to build for the next generation The top 3 blogs will be awarded a Microsoft Surface Pro X, and exclusive goodies, your expertise in Data, AI, Apps, Infra-Core, or Security will turn your vision into impact with Microsoft Azure.

So, why hold back? Ignite your passion, harness the power of Azure, and let your ideas resonate with the world. Check out the Blogger’s Guide. Go Blog it Out!

Themes & Topics

The Azure Blogathon challenge invites you to select a topic that aligns with your professional interest. Your blogs must be rigorous technical explorations, filled with detailed analysis, concrete examples, and functional source code. Delve into real-world scenarios and use cases on the Microsoft Azure platform, displaying a mastery that reflects your competence and creativity.

This is your opportunity to leverage the Microsoft Cloud as the best foundational investment for others to learn and adapt in Data, AI, Apps, Infra-Core, or Security, and win rewards. Don't just follow the trends; set them.
Join us in the Azure Blogathon challenge. Together, we'll innovate, inspire, and lead the way.

Pick your topic & take the challenge.
DATA AND AI
Explore the boundless possibilities of Data & AI. Discover the power of Open AI and its industry-specific applications on real-world challenges faced by diverse industries.
APPS
Explore the dynamic world of Apps and the realm of cutting-edge applications and solutions. Dive into PowerApps and uncover industry-specific best practices.
Code; Without Barriers
Beyond Bits and Bytes:
Unveiling Code; Without Barriers

Prizes and Rewards

Winnings are big at the Microsoft Azure Blogathon. Here are all the things that you can win during each of the four quarters:

Top 3 winners stand a chance to win
a Croma Gift Card worth 40,000 INR.
The top 20 winners will receive an
a Flipkart online voucher worth 1000 INR.
The next 50 outstanding submissions will get a special Microsoft-branded swag bag.
Selected blog entries will be rewarded with an Azure Certification Exam Voucher. T&C.

Winner’s Experiences

What’s in it for you

Ignite Your Expertise: Ignite your passion as a tech expert, showcasing your innovations on Azure.
Global Recognition: Feature on Microsoft Azure's official website, gaining worldwide acclaim
Connect with Visionaries: Network with Microsoft Industry leaders and Azure influencers.
Inspire Worldwide: Empower and mentor developers on a global scale.
Build a Supportive Network: Forge connections with like-minded developers.
Shape the Future: Join the esteemed Jury panel and influence key decisions.

Participate Now

Participating in the Microsoft Azure Blogathon is an easy process. Simply follow the step-by-step guide outlined below:

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Register for the Blogathon
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Select a programming language of your choice
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Convert your experiences into words
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Submit your blog

Timeline for Phase 2

FAQs - Blogathon

The Microsoft Azure Blogathon is a blogging challenge that brings together technology enthusiasts, developers, and professionals to express their expertise through blogging on specific topics. It offers an opportunity to contribute to the community and showcase technical potential.

Anyone passionate about technology and eager to share their expertise can join the Blogathon challenge. Whether you're an early-stage cloud practitioner or an experienced professional, we welcome all to contribute unique perspectives.

To participate, visit our website at https://azureblogathon.com/ and click on the "Register" button. Follow the instructions for registration and begin sharing your knowledge.

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Terms and Conditions

Winners of previous phases cannot participate/submit blogs in the upcoming phases.

One participant is eligible to make ONE blog submission only. More than one blog submission will be disqualified.

The participant/winner/content shall be disqualified:

  • • if the submission is after 26th December 2023.
  • • if substantial or full content of the submission is a re-publication of content written earlier.
  • • if any or significant parts of the content is plagiarised.
  • • if the same submission is made under multiple categories or if the content does not fall under any of the categories covered in this contest.

Microsoft Azure reserves the right to change the prize details without notice.

The prizes are subject to availability with transport/courier services available and allowed.

Unless otherwise stated, all taxes, insurance, fees and surcharges on any prize are the sole responsibility of the winner; any applicable Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) or other applicable statutory charges will be applied on the prizes as per the prevailing laws in India.

Prizes are non-transferable and will only be awarded to the winner.

The winners will be contacted directly by email or phone.

In case of any disputes on the selection of the winners or on the submitted content of the developer blog, the decision by Microsoft Azure and the review panel shall be considered absolute; no further correspondence shall be considered in that regard.

You give Microsoft permission to publish and share the content on the Microsoft online resources, newsletters, social media and other platforms (you will still own all the rights to your submission).

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