# microsoft ignite (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover microsoft ignite. Page: Feed: --- ## [How to use the magnifier in Windows 11 to zoom in on content](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-to-use-the-magnifier-in-windows-11-to-zoom-in-on-content-amandasterner) _2026-06-10 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ n my 12th blog post in my Windows 11 series I wanted to share how to use the magnifier in Windows 11 to zoom in on content! ## [My first impressions of Copilot Cowork](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/my-first-impressions-of-copilot-cowork-amandasterner) _2026-04-03 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ The hottest thing since the sun - Copilot Cowork just came to Frontier in Microsoft 365 Copilot. I had to try it, join me for my first impressions . Copilot Cowork was announced on the 9th of March as a natural next step in Copilots journey from ask \> respond to ask \> DO. And fast-forward less than a month and Copilot Cowork is already here to test. I AM EXCITED and here are my first impressions… ## [The hidden features in the Windows 11 calculator (conversion is the best )](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/the-hidden-features-in-the-windows-11-calculator-converting-is-the-best-amandasterner) _2026-01-02 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ In my 11th blog post in my Windows 11 series I wanted to share hidden features in the built in calculator ! So lets dive into what can you do with the calculator in Windows 11! ## [How I use Microsoft Loop to organize, plan and write my social media content ✨](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-i-use-microsoft-loop-to-organize-plan-and-write-my-social-media-content-amandasterner) _2026-01-01 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ Today I wanted to share a practical tip on how I organize, plan and write my social media content with the help of Microsoft Loop! ## [My thoughts about Microsoft Ignite 2025 - a lot of Copilot](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/my-thoughts-about-microsoft-ignite-2025-a-lot-of-copilot-amandasterner) _2025-12-29 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ It's been many weeks since Microsoft Ignite 2025 but it wouldn't be a proper Ignite without my yearly take on the news . This year I attended from home, even though I missed the vibrant feeling of being there live it was relaxing at home. Here are some of the news I enjoyed! And as always for a better understanding of the news the book of news is the place to be - read it here: Microsoft Ignite… ## [My recommended Microsoft Ignite 2025 sessions](https://blog.siliconvalve.com/posts/2025/11/best-ignite-2024-sessions-for-anz-developers) _2025-11-12 · Simon Waight · siliconvalve_ I'm coming in hot with Microsoft Ignite 2025 session recommendations! As usual I've spent some time reviewing the session catalog to find what I think will be most interesting. Check out the post for more details! ## [Eight apps I use one a daily basis in Windows 11](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/eight-apps-i-use-one-a-daily-basis-in-windows-11-amandasterner) _2025-10-13 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ In my 10th blog post in my Windows 11 series I wanted to share a few of my favorite apps that I use in Windows 11 everyday. Since this is a Microsoft focused blog and my everyday job includes working with Microsoft 365 I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to combine the subjects . Join me when I share eight apps I use one a daily basis in Windows 11! ## [Teamsdagen 2025](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/teamsdagen-2025-amandasterner) _2025-10-11 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ A month has passed since Teamsdagen 2025 and I wanted to share a few words as always. This year we celebrated five years since the first... ## [Dictation in Windows 11 with WIN + H](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/dictation-in-windows-11-with-win-h-amandasterner) _2025-10-02 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ Hi welcome to my series on how to start loving Windows 11 now that it's time for Windows 10 to say bye . Until 14th of October I will... ## [How you can lower your carbon footprint with Windows 11 and energy recommendations](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-can-you-lower-your-carbon-footprint-with-windows-11-amandasterner) _2025-09-25 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ n the eight blog post in my series on how to fall in love with Windows 11 I just want to help you save the world . And how can you help save the world? By lowering your carbon footprint of course. Let Windows 11 help you with the energy recommendations to make sure you use your computer in an efficient way. Lets reduce your carbon footprint! ## [Countdown to Getting Paid (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/aNlvwU0mg4TY) _2025-09-25 · **Sponsored**_ Create a shareable wallet timer — deposits buy back time and pay debt down ## [How to use Snap Layouts in Windows 11 to make the most of your screen space](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-to-use-snap-layouts-in-windows-11-to-make-the-most-of-your-screen-space-amandasterner) _2025-09-02 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ n the seventh blog post in my series on how to fall in love with Windows 11 I want to talk about how to use the built-in snap layouts to use the property on your screen without any third-party apps! ## [Reducing bike-shedding using GitHub Copilot](https://blog.siliconvalve.com/posts/2025/07/reducing-bike-shedding-with-github-copilot) _2025-07-20 · Simon Waight · siliconvalve_ When I moved my blog from Wordpress to a template based on Next.js, I knew that I'd be have to pick up some maintenance tasks that I had previously delegated to the Wordpress platform. One of those tasks was going to be ensuring my codebase was up to date with the latest security patches and updates for Node.js. See how I used GitHub Copilot to help me with this task. ## [How to find everything you copied in Windows 11 with the WIN + V clipboard](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-to-find-everything-you-copied-in-windows-11-with-the-win-v-clipboard) _2025-06-17 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ Hi welcome to my series on how to start loving Windows 11 now that it's time for Windows 10 to say bye . Until 14th of October I will... ## [Get things done with focus sessions in Windows 11 - pomodoro style](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/get-things-done-with-focus-sessions-in-windows-11-pomodoro-style) _2025-06-11 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ Have you ever had issues with getting things done, one million different tasks and ideas just flowing around making it hard to prioritize? Use focus sessions in Windows 11 to stay focused. ## [How to use the built-in snipping tool in Windows 11 - no need for third-party tools!](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-to-use-the-built-in-snipping-tool-in-windows11) _2025-06-03 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ In the fourth blog post in my series on how to fall in love with Windows 11 I want to talk about how to use the built-in snipping tool and what you can do. ## [How to move your Windows 11 start menu from the center to the left](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-to-move-your-windows-11-start-menu-from-the-center-to-the-left-amanda-sterner) _2025-05-18 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ In the third blog post in my series on how to fall in love with Windows 11 I want to talk about the menu being in the middle of the screen. Does it feel weird and different? Yes! Will you adapt to it quickly? Yes! ## [How to get started with Microsoft Recall as an end-user](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/how-to-get-started-with-microsoft-recall-as-an-end-user) _2025-05-05 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ In the second blog post in my series on how to fall in love with Windows 11 I want to talk about Microsoft Recall and how you as an end-user can tailor it to your needs. ## [Why you as an end-user should want Windows 11 right now](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/why-you-as-an-end-user-should-want-windows-11-right-now) _2025-04-28 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ Did you know that it's time to leave Windows 10? October 14th is the last day when Windows 10 officially will be supported, and it is time for you to start enjoying Windows 11. ## [Best Microsoft Build 2025 sessions for developers](https://blog.siliconvalve.com/posts/2025/04/best-build-2025-sessions-for-developer) _2025-04-26 · Simon Waight · siliconvalve_ Microsoft Build is one of the key events in my annual calendar, so I couldn't miss the chance to share the Build 2025 sessions I think developers won't want to miss. ## [My thoughts about Microsoft Ignite 2024 – live in Chicago ✨ my best Microsoft Teams and Copilot news from Ignite](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/mirosoft-ignite-2024-my-best-microsoft-teams-and-copilot-news-from-ignite-amanda-sterner) _2024-12-02 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ More than a week has passed since Microsoft Ignite and here are my highlights✨. I had the opportunity to attend live in Chicago and to... ## [PixelRift — Platforming with Level Editor (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/qB4LG5PsmRSA) _2024-12-02 · **Sponsored**_ Includes a built-in level editor, campaign with elemental heroes, and boss encounters. ## [Teamsdagen 2024](https://www.amandasterner.com/post/teamsdagen-2024-amanda-sterner) _2024-11-18 · Amanda Sterner · Amanda Sterner ✨_ Yet another Teamsdagen have passed and I want to share my thoughts – even though it’s been more than a month since. On1st of October it... ## [Best Microsoft Ignite 2024 sessions for ANZ developers](https://blog.siliconvalve.com/posts/2024/10/best-ignite-2024-sessions-for-anz-developers) _2024-10-28 · Simon Waight · siliconvalve_ Ignite is back for 2024, and I've taken the time to review the session catalog to pull out the gems for developers in ANZ. Check out the post for more details! ## [Taking your AI application from concept to production](https://blog.siliconvalve.com/posts/2024/08/27/taking-ai-from-concept-to-production) _2024-08-27 · Simon Waight · siliconvalve_ I was recently invited to present at the Microsoft Reactor on what you should consider when taking your Generative AI apps from proof-of-concept to production. This post goes into a bit more detail and provides useful links for content from the talk.