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> I heard Microsoft has a similar team to go out and fix a customer's software. About 20 years ago, they were called Rangers, modeled after the Army Rangers, s
by BrentOzar 3y ago
> I heard Microsoft has a similar team to go out and fix a customer's software.
About 20 years ago, they were called Rangers, modeled after the Army Rangers, soldiers who could venture out into enemy territory with no support and accomplish missions out there.
About 15 years ago, the program evolved into Microsoft Certified Masters, and it included both internal staff and specialized outside consultants. (I was one of about 200 MCMs worldwide for SQL Server.)
- runlaszlorun 3y agoThis old soldier is cringing at the fact that they called themselves Rangers. I’m guessing no actual Rangers were involved. If they called themselves SEALs though, I’d be laughing my ass off.