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Hi everyone!I’ve recently been preparing for the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) exam, and I found some really useful resources along the way. Azure is such a vast platform, and understanding its core services can be a bit overwhelming at first. For those of you who have already taken the exam or are preparing for it, what study strategies or materials have been most helpful to you?For me, practice tests have been super valuable, especially in understanding the types of questions that come up. If anyone else is looking for practice tests, I found a really helpful site here: AZ-900 Practice Tests. It has a variety of questions that simulate the real exam.I’d love to hear your tips and experiences with preparing for this exam!

WOW! It's August. The summer is flying by. Take time to enjoy moments and memories with the ones you love.     Progression of engineering education:   A good planner needs to know at least a little bit about a great variety of topics.   Engineers often succeed by specializing.   So planners like to say that over time, planners learn less and less about more and more until eventually they know nothing about everything.   While engineers learn more and more about less and less until they eventually know everything about nothing.

Toasty next couple of days in Michigan!!! Hope you are enjoying the summer before the fall routines kick in...     What do you call careful oxygen?   Air on the side of caution.   Bonus points for the () reference in the title...

Last Friday in July. Wow, time flies. Better fit in some more summer before summer slips into fall...     What happens if the average number of bullies at a school goes up?   The mean increases!

Is your assembly design process ready for greater efficiency and control? Join our Creo Advanced Assembly Extension (AAX) Lunch & Learn on August 14th. Discover how to incorporate top-down design with skeleton models, concurrent engineering via secure data sharing, and optimized large assembly management. This session will equip you to streamline workflows, minimize errors, propagate design intent effectively, and build robust assemblies that handle late-stage changes with ease. Join BUG on 8-14 at noon CT for a presentation by 3HTi on: Advanced Assembly - AAX Debra Weich is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82304334979?pwd=TJMEQKuPdglbqBQ3P9LQskFMP7KssH.1 Meeting ID: 823 0433 4979Passcode: 201932

So how is your summer going? Fast? It's hard to believe that we are over halfway through summer. What fun things have you done so far? Any big plans for the rest of the year.        I just learned that sulphuric acid should never be left in a metal beaker.   It’s an oxidant waiting to happen.

Arthrex, a global leader in orthopedic medical device innovation, is hiring a PLM Developer II to join our team in Naples, FL!We’re looking for a skilled professional with experience in ThingWorx, PTC Windchill, and REST services to support our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) initiatives. This role will work closely with Product Development, Design Engineering, and Quality teams to drive IT projects that enhance our PLM capabilities.Key Responsibilities:Develop and manage applications using ThingWorx Mashups, services, and data modelsIntegrate ThingWorx with other enterprise systemsCollaborate on business process improvements and technical implementationsEnsure compliance with FDA, ISO, and internal quality standardsQualifications:Bachelor’s degree required2+ years of relevant experienceProficiency in JavaScript, Java, SQLStrong communication and analytical skillsExperience in the medical device or pharma industry is a plusWhy Arthrex?Competitive c

Having several short weeks in a row.... I could get used to this real quick. Heading up north to do some freighter chasing this weekend. Also to enjoy the Army Corps of Engineers open house at the Soo Locks. ( https://boatnerd.com/boatnerd-news-june-26-2025/ )   Found this a while back in my dad's machinist hand book. He started out tanning leather at the local tannery and retired a VP of Engineering at an automotive supplier. Graduated from night school with a BA in Business when he was almost 50. Unfortunately passed away 1.5 years after retirement. Being a tail-ender, I didn't get to know him very well since I was 24 when he died. Enjoy some thoughts.        

PTC will speak at our Zoom - Import Data Doctor Deep Dive with Mark DeCraeneCreo LEARN and Online Tips&Techniques Library with Tom QuagliaCommercial Grant Program for Universities with Kim Long  Debra Weich is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/81261764734?pwd=rGRn59clD1t391tGTlqIrZvgt14aMA.1 Meeting ID: 812 6176 4734Passcode: 946987

Any big plans this weekend? Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there. Be Blessed.       Weight (force) removed when grace has been given to you = 1 john-newton

Block picnic this Saturday afternoon. The street will be closed off so the kids can bike in the street.Drop on by if your in Holland.   Do you know your neighbors? Do you have block parties?       Weight an evangelist carries with God = 1 billigram   Basic unit of laryngitis = hoarsepower

Hello fellow PTC Community members!We are exploring interest from community members in the connections and collaboration opportunities around the PTC/USER Windchill Technical Committee (TC). The Technical Committees are a part of PTC/USER, an independent user group, run by PTC customers. The TC offers opportunities for working with PTC Product Management to improve Windchill. The TC also offers networking, sharing knowledge, and staying updated on the latest developments and best practices. If you are interested in learning more, reply to this thread. You can also login and sign up for the Technical Committee on ptcuser.org. The PTC/USER Windchill Technical Committee Chair is Patrick Williams AKA @pwilliams-3. Here are some topics that are currently covered by the PTC/USER Windchill Technical Committee, that includes PTC's Windchill product, which is a PLM solution and includes the following:Creating and Managing Complex Assemble-to-Order ProductsCAD Data ManagementDesig

Have a terrific weekend this last weekend in May. Do something special for the ones you love.       I made a new password: “Beef Stew”.   The IT department made me change it, because it wasn’t Stroganoff.

After almost 15 years at my current job, I will be leaving it at the end of May. However, the community does not get rid of me that easily as my new job as a Windchill/Creo System Application Specialist at another company begins on June 2. The best part is I do not have to move as my new job is also in Oak Ridge.   If you know of anyone who wants to be a Windchill/Creo Application Specialist in Oak Ridge, my current employer is looking to hire someone. They are also looking for a configuration management manager and mechanical engineers, if that applies to you, too. Send me a PM  for contact information or Careers - Centrus Energy Corp 

Thanks for all that have given all in the service of their country. Be blessed this Memorial Day weekend in the States...   If you are in the Holland area, join us for breakfast at the beach (near the channel in the state park) for the annual Memorial Day breakfast.   I saw a snake that was 3.14159 meters long…   … I think it is a πthon.

    Happy 40th Birthday, PTC!  This Community Manager had some wonderful connect time with PTC colleagues at our Seaport Boston Headquarters last Thursday!    Kevin Wrenn, PTC EVP Chief Product Officer, opened the celebration with a brief nod to the beginnings of PTC and the acknowledgement that we are in our "BEST DECADE...ever yet!"           The decade started out great for me!  I won some PTC branded sneakers!             I started my PTC career 8 years ago in a "marketing overflow" cubicle in the Creo R+D Team wing in the old Needham building.  So, I thought fitting that I should eat the celebratory refreshments  provided with my Creo friends. Most over 20 years PTC experience!  Games and PTC Trivia were on the agenda, and I enjoyed some ping pong!         Remember Nick from Creo Challenges?  He is still here tucked in

Quite the storm passing through Michigan last night. Spent some quality time with the family in the basement. Fantastic light show!!! Amazing producer...         Our outdoor team building activity at the lake got cancelled….   IT Security flagged it as a phishing attempt.

at WCTC in Pewaukee, all day 9-3, 11 presentations, 13 sponsor tables.  Register on our website www.badgerug.com 

All About PTC/USER Technical Committees   PTC/USER Technical Committees (TCs) are a feature of PTC/USER that enables customers to partner with PTC to improve software.  Additionally, TCs allow PTC/USER members, with similar areas of interest around PTC products to stay connected.     Technical Committees provide opportunities to interact directly with PTC Product Management. Members can be informed on, and, moreover, can influence upcoming functionality improvements or new product offerings.  TCs have regular meetings and a TC Chair leader that helps define and lead the agenda for Technical Committee discussions.   Collaboratively, Technical Committee members decide what talk tracks or topics should be formulated into PTC Working Groups.     TCs are a great way to build your network across industry. Becoming a TC Chair provides an even greater opportunity to influence the product roadmap and develop your leadership skills and profe

PTC/USER is a world-wide organization that provides an independent voice and education for users of software produced by PTC. PTC/USER is a not-for-profit corporation, organized by volunteers from companies owning PTC products.   PTC/USER offers PTC/USER Technical Committees (TCs) and PTC/USER Regional User Groups (RUGs).   There are also some PTC/USER programs such as Working Groups that are in collaboration with the PTC Community  Team (community.ptc.com).   More information about PTC/USER can be found at: https://www.ptcuser.org   You are also welcome to email:  info@ptcuser.org for more information on how to join PTC/USER and become a member of Technical Committees (TCs) and Regional User Groups (RUGs).   Related PTC/USER related posts:   PTC/USER Technical Committees   PTC/USER Windchill Technical Committee - Interest? - PTC Community    

Tonight we are doing junk food night at Holland's annual Tulip Time Festival. Spend time making memories with the ones you love...   The only functioning windmill in the United States with its miller that was trained in the Netherlands. https://www.holland.org/windmill-island-gardens-dezwaan-windmill/     I CANNOT REMEMBER HOW TO WRITE 1, 1000, 51, 6, & 500 IN ROMAN NUMERALS   IM LIVID

PTC/USER RUG - NOPUG event on June 6th- located in Cleveland Ohio Registration is below. https://app.promotix.com/events/details/NOPUG--86-At-Think-Box--tickets

Have a blessed weekend. Here is one my favorite videos to watch on this particular day:     https://youtu.be/QS2wPotScZY?si=PFGM_wDw9dRCGgz1     Some recent definitions I came across. You may have seen these before: One millionth of a mouthwash = 1 microScope 2000 pounds of Chinese soup = Won ton Time between slipping on a peel and smacking the cement = 1 bananosecond

Our 5-15 BUG meeting will be the only in-person event for the year. It is the biggest RUG event in the USA, and I've met with PTC and PTC/USER and they are excited about our event.  We have 13 sponsor tables and 12 presentations. Please alert your co-workers and tell them the benefits of BUG - for learning and networking.  See agenda and sign up at www.badgerug.com  

Enjoy time out in creation this weekend. I am heading to Fredrick Meijer Garden this afternoon with the family to see the butterfly exhibit. Looking forward to seeing all the designs in action. https://www.meijergardens.org/butterflies-are-blooming/     Q: If H2O is water, what is H2O4     A: Drinking, bathing, washing, swimming,….