Azure Back to School is an annual community event featuring IT professionals from across the world. This event was started in 2019 by Microsoft MVP and MCT Community Lead, Dwayne Natwick. Microsoft community Leader, Microsoft MCT, blogger, and public speaker, Derek Smith, joined the team as co-organizer in 2020. In 2025, Cloud Marathoner and Microsoft MVP and MCT, Elkhan Yusubov began assisting with social media and promotion of the event. Community members submit sessions, either videos or blog articles, to provide viewers with actionable knowledge. The event takes place every September, from 01 Sep to 30 Sep.