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subscriptions/subscription-level-changes.md

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 title: Effects of changing Visual Studio subscription levels | Visual Studio Marketplace
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/19/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: conceptual
 description: Learn about the effects of upgrading or downloading your Visual Studio subscription level.
 ---

subscriptions/subscription-removed.md

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 title: What happens when your subscription is removed?
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/19/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: troubleshooting
 description: Understand what happens when an admin removes a Visual Studio subscription, including changes to benefits and available resources.
 ---

subscriptions/use-connected-identities.md

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 title: Use connected identities in subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/06/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: conceptual
 robots: "noindex, nofollow"
 description: Work with connected identities such as Microsoft accounts and Microsoft Entra ID identities in Visual Studio subscriptions.

subscriptions/use-visual-studio-without-key.md

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 title: Use Visual Studio without a product key
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/06/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: Learn how to install and use Visual Studio if you don't have access to downloads.
 ---

subscriptions/using-admin-portal.md

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 title: Get started in the Admin Portal
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/19/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: overview
 description: Manage an organization's Visual Studio subscriptions with the Subscriptions Admin Portal, access subscriber information and agreement details, and get notifications.
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subscriptions/using-the-subscriber-portal.md

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 title: Get started in the subscription portal
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/06/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: overview
 description: Explore the full range of benefits available with your Visual Studio subscriptions from the subscription portal, including tools, services, and partner offers.
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subscriptions/volume-license.md

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 title: Access Admin Portal for Volume License customers
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/17/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: conceptual
 description: Access the Visual Studio subscriptions Admin Portal as an admin on a Volume License agreement and manage subscriptions and other admins as the super admin.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-azure-devops.md

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 title: Azure DevOps benefits eligibility for subscribers
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: conceptual
 description: Check if your Visual Studio subscription level makes you eligible for Azure DevOps benefits in each organization in which you're a member.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-azure-eligibility.md

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 title: Azure Dev/Test eligible credits in subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 07/19/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: conceptual
 description: Check if your Visual Studio subscription includes Azure Dev/Test credits so you can try various Azure services at no cost.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-c-sharp-dev-kit.md

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 title: C# Dev Kit for Visual Studio Code
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 04/11/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: Explore the C# Dev Kit for Visual Studio Code that provides a rich C# editing experience, AI-powered development, solution management, and integrated testing.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-code-magazine.md

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 title: The CODE Magazine benefit in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/21/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description:  Learn about the CODE Magazine benefit included in your Visual Studio subscription.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-community-support-options.md

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 title: Community support offerings in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/21/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: conceptual
 description:  Learn about the various community-based support offerings in Visual Studio subscriptions
 ---

subscriptions/vs-concierge-chat.md

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 title: Concierge Chat benefit in Visual Studio subscription
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description:  Learn about the Concierge Chat benefit included in Visual Studio subscriptions.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-datacamp.md

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 title: Activate DataCamp and grow your data science skills
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: Activate and explore the Datacamp training benefit available in eligible Visual Studio subscriptions, and find answers to frequently asked questions.
 ---
 
 # The DataCamp training benefit in Visual Studio subscriptions
 
-Eligible Visual Studio subscriptions include subscriptions to DataCamp.  With DataCamp, you can learn all the data science skills you need from the comfort of your browser. You get to choose when and what you learn. With no software to install and no special hardware requirements, learning data science is easier than ever.
+Eligible Visual Studio subscriptions include subscriptions to DataCamp. With DataCamp, you can learn all the data science skills you need from the comfort of your browser. You get to choose when and what you learn. With no software to install and no special hardware requirements, learning data science is easier than ever.
 
 ## Activation steps
 
@@ -20,12 +20,12 @@ Eligible Visual Studio subscriptions include subscriptions to DataCamp.  With Da
    > [!div class="mx-imgBorder"]
    > ![DataCamp Benefit Tile](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-tile-2.png "Screenshot of the Data Camp tile.  The Activate button is highlighted.")
 
-3. On the DataCamp page, you can create a new account.  You can choose to enter an email address and password, or sign in using existing accounts from Facebook, LinkedIn, or Google.  Provide your sign-in information and select **Get Started**.
+3. On the DataCamp page, you can create a new account. You can choose to enter an email address and password, or sign in using existing accounts from Facebook, LinkedIn, or Google. Provide your sign-in information and select **Get Started**.
 
    > [!NOTE]
-   > When you begin creating your account, you may receive the following error message: "OOPS!  Your promo code is invalid or expired."  This happens because when your promo code is created, it expires after a few minutes.  If you receive this message, simply return to the [Benefits](https://my.visualstudio.com/benefits) page and select on the **Activate** link on the DataCamp benefit tile.
+   > When you begin creating your account, you may receive the following error message: "OOPS! Your promo code is invalid or expired." This happens because when your promo code is created, it expires after a few minutes. If you receive this message, simply return to the [Benefits](https://my.visualstudio.com/benefits) page and select on the **Activate** link on the DataCamp benefit tile.
 
-4. After your account has been created, you can choose a learning path.  Options include:
+4. After your account is created, you can choose a learning path.  Options include:
     + Learning R for Data Science
     + Start Learning Python for Data Science
     + Develop your Data Science Skillset
@@ -34,20 +34,20 @@ Eligible Visual Studio subscriptions include subscriptions to DataCamp.  With Da
    > [!div class="mx-imgBorder"]
    > ![DataCamp Choose Path](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-choose-path.png "Screenshot of Welcome to Data Camp screen showing available learning paths.")
 
-5. After you've selected your path, you can further refine your learning path by selecting a goal.  For example, if you chose the "Develop your Data Science Skillset" path, you see the following options. Choose an option, or select **I am not sure.  Show me all career paths** to create a broader path.
+5. After you select your path, you can further refine your learning path by selecting a goal. For example, if you chose the "Develop your Data Science Skillset" path, you see the following options. Choose an option, or select **I am not sure.  Show me all career paths** to create a broader path.
    > [!div class="mx-imgBorder"]
-   > ![DataCamp Data Science Skillset](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-datascience.png "Screenshot of Develop your Data Science Skill set dialog. I am not sure.  Show me all career paths option is selected.")
+   > ![DataCamp Data Science Skillset](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-datascience.png "Screenshot of Develop your Data Science Skill set dialog. I am not sure. Show me all career paths option is selected.")
 
-6. Based on the path and options you've selected, you see a selection of Career Tracks.  Select the **Enroll** button for the track of your choice.
+6. Based on the path and options you select, you see a selection of Career Tracks. Select the **Enroll** button for the track of your choice.
    > [!div class="mx-imgBorder"]
    > ![DataCamp Career Track](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-all-tracks.png "Screenshot of Career Tracks dialog showing recommended tracks based on selected learning path.")
 
-7. After you've enrolled in your track, the first course in that track will open.  You see a tutorial explaining how to interact with the course, including navigation and completing the course exercises.
+7. After you enroll in your track, the first course in that track will open. You see a tutorial explaining how to interact with the course, including navigation and completing the course exercises.
 
    > [!div class="mx-imgBorder"]
-   > ![DataCamp Getting Started](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-getting-started.png "Screenshot of How it works course introduction.  A dismissable bubble with directions to get started is displayed.")
+   > ![DataCamp Getting Started](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-getting-started.png "Screenshot of How it works course introduction. A dismissable bubble with directions to get started is displayed.")
 
-You can stop at any point, and resume your training in your next session.  Just visit [https://www.datacamp.com](https://www.datacamp.com), and sign in.  You see your dashboard and can resume your training right where you paused. Select **Continue Track**.
+You can stop at any point, and resume your training in your next session. Just visit [https://www.datacamp.com](https://www.datacamp.com), and sign in. You see your dashboard and can resume your training right where you paused. Select **Continue Track**.
 
 > [!div class="mx-imgBorder"]
 > ![DataCamp Continue Training](_img/vs-datacamp/vs-datacamp-continue-training.png "Screenshot of the dashboard showing latest activity and any tracks in progress.")
@@ -56,30 +56,30 @@ You can stop at any point, and resume your training in your next session.  Just
 
 | Subscription Level | Channels | Benefit | Renewable? |
 |--------------------|----------|---------|------------|
-| Visual Studio Enterprise (Standard)   | VL, Azure, Retail, | 3-months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
-| Visual Studio Enterprise subscription with GitHub Enterprise   | VL | 3-months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
-| Visual Studio Professional (Standard) | VL, Azure, Retail  | 3-months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
-| Visual Studio Professional subscription with GitHub Enterprise| VL | 3-months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
-| Visual Studio Test Professional (Standard) | VL, Retail | 3-months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
-| MSDN Platforms (Standard) | VL, Retail | 3-months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
+| Visual Studio Enterprise (Standard)   | VL, Azure, Retail, | three months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
+| Visual Studio Enterprise subscription with GitHub Enterprise   | VL | three months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
+| Visual Studio Professional (Standard) | VL, Azure, Retail  | three months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
+| Visual Studio Professional subscription with GitHub Enterprise| VL | three months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
+| Visual Studio Test Professional (Standard) | VL, Retail | three months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
+| MSDN Platforms (Standard) | VL, Retail | three months |  No.  Available to new subscribers only |
 | Visual Studio Enterprise (Standard)  | NFR\* |Not available  | N/A |
 | Visual Studio Enterprise, Visual Studio Professional (monthly cloud) | Azure | Not available | N/A |
 
-\*  *Includes:  Not for Resale (NFR), FTE, Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Regional Director (RD), Microsoft Cloud Partner Program, Visual Studio Industry Partner (VSIP), Microsoft Certified Trainer, BizSpark, Imagine.  Excludes:  NFR Basic*
+\*  *Includes:  Not for Resale (NFR), FTE, Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Regional Director (RD), Microsoft Cloud Partner Program, Visual Studio Industry Partner (VSIP), Microsoft Certified Trainer, BizSpark, Imagine. Excludes: NFR Basic*
 
 > [!NOTE]
 > Microsoft no longer offers Visual Studio Professional Annual subscriptions and Visual Studio Enterprise Annual subscriptions in Cloud Subscriptions. There will be no change to existing customers experience and ability to renew, increase, decrease, or cancel their subscriptions. New customers are encouraged to go to [https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/vs/pricing/](https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/vs/pricing/) to explore different options to purchase Visual Studio.
 
-Not sure which subscription you're using?  Connect to [https://my.visualstudio.com/subscriptions](https://my.visualstudio.com/subscriptions?wt.mc_id=o~msft~docs) to see all the subscriptions assigned to your email address. If you don't see all your subscriptions, you may have one or more assigned to a different email address.  You need to sign in with that email address to see those subscriptions.
+Not sure which subscription you're using? Connect to [https://my.visualstudio.com/subscriptions](https://my.visualstudio.com/subscriptions?wt.mc_id=o~msft~docs) to see all the subscriptions assigned to your email address. If you don't see all your subscriptions, you might have one or more assigned to a different email address. You need to sign in with that email address to see those subscriptions.
 
 ## Support resources
 
-+ Need help with using DataCamp?  Check out these resources:
++ Need help with using DataCamp? Check out these resources:
   + [DataCamp Community](https://www.datacamp.com/community/tutorials), featuring forums and tutorials.
   + [DataCamp Help Center](https://support.datacamp.com/hc), where you can search support articles and see user questions.
   + [Submit a support request](https://support.datacamp.com/hc/requests/new)
-+ For assistance with sales, subscriptions, accounts and billing for Visual Studio Subscriptions, contact [Visual Studio subscriptions support](https://my.visualstudio.com/gethelp).
-+ Have a question about Visual Studio IDE, Azure DevOps Services or other Visual Studio products or services?  Visit [Visual Studio Support](https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/support/).
++ For assistance with sales, subscriptions, accounts, and billing for Visual Studio Subscriptions, contact [Visual Studio subscriptions support](https://my.visualstudio.com/gethelp).
++ Have a question about Visual Studio IDE, Azure DevOps Services, or other Visual Studio products or services? Visit [Visual Studio Support](https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/support/).
 
 ## See also
 
@@ -94,4 +94,4 @@ Check out more professional development opportunities in your subscription:
 + [Pluralsight](vs-pluralsight.md)
 + [LinkedIn Learning](vs-linkedin-learning.md)
 
-If you haven't already activated the Azure DevTest individual credit benefit that comes with your subscription, visit [https://my.visualstudio.com/benefits](https://my.visualstudio.com/benefits?wt.mc_id=o~msft~docs).  Select the Azure tile in the Tools category to set up your Azure subscription and redeem your Azure DevTest individual credit.
+If you haven't already activated the Azure DevTest individual credit benefit that comes with your subscription, visit [https://my.visualstudio.com/benefits](https://my.visualstudio.com/benefits?wt.mc_id=o~msft~docs). Select the Azure tile in the Tools category to set up your Azure subscription and redeem your Azure DevTest individual credit.

subscriptions/vs-ide-benefit.md

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 title: Visual Studio IDE in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 03/06/2024
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: In this article, you learn how to download and install the Visual Studio IDE included in your Visual Studio subscription.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-linkedin-learning.md

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 title: Activate LinkedIn Learning benefit in subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 11/30/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: Activate and explore the LinkedIn Learning benefit available in eligible Visual Studio subscriptions, and find answers to frequently asked questions.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-m365.md

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 title: Activate Microsoft 365 developer subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 11/02/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: conceptual
 description: Activate and explore the Microsoft 365 developer subscription available in eligible Visual Studio subscriptions, and find answers to frequently asked questions.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-parasoft.md

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 title: Parasoft Virtualize/SOAtest Professional in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description:  Learn how to activate the Parasoft Virtualize/SOA Test Professional subscription included in your Visual Studio subscription.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-pbi.md

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 title: Activate Power BI Pro benefit in subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: Activate and explore the Power BI Pro benefit available in eligible Visual Studio subscriptions, and find answers to frequently asked questions.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-pluralsight.md

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 title: Pluralsight benefit in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: Activate and explore the Pluralsight training benefit available in eligible Visual Studio subscriptions, and find answers to frequently asked questions.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-tech-support.md

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 title: Activate Technical Support for subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description: Activate the technical support benefit included with your Visual Studio subscription, locate supported products and resources, and learn how to submit incidents.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-visual-studio-app-center.md

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 title: Visual Studio App Center benefit in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description:  Learn about the Visual Studio App Center benefit included in Visual Studio subscriptions.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-whitesource.md

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 title: WhiteSource Bolt in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 06/15/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description:  Learn how to activate the WhiteSource Bolt subscription included with your Visual Studio subscription.
 ---

subscriptions/vs-windows-dev.md

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 title:  Windows Developer Account benefit in Visual Studio subscriptions
-author: evanwindom
+author: joseb-rdc
 ms.author: amast
 manager: shve
-ms.date: 11/02/2023
+ms.date: 09/11/2024
 ms.topic: how-to
 description:  Learn about the Windows Developer Account included with your Visual Studio subscription.
 ---