Meet Baki Onur OKUTUCU – Windows Desktop Experience MVP from Turkey

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Tell us who you are?
I’m Baki Onur. I was born in Istanbul, Turkey in 1981. After graduating from high school, I trained myself to become an IT Specialist in areas related to Information Systems. I got a bachelor degree in Finance. Following this, I decided to continue education in this area which had always interested me. With this in mind, I decided that the US was the place that would best afford my expectations, and proceeded to study English language in Boston, USA.

With over 10-year experience in this area, as a 6-year MCT, I have been a technical player for BilgeAdam (Turkey’s most prestigious IT academy) for over four years, has significantly contributed to the emerging awareness of Microsoft Technologies in Turkey. I have written over 100 technical articles published on sistemuzmani.com, bakionur.com and yazgelistir.com. I have also written the first Windows Server 2008 book published in Turkey, have presented Microsoft technologies in over 50 universities and have been an active member of the IT platforms.

I have been working for BilgeAdam as a Senior Consultant at Microsoft Systems & Platforms Unit. Nowadays, I am currently focused on Windows 7 and the other Microsoft Client platforms. I also like to share my works on Virtualization Technology, Windows Server 2008 / R2, and Exchange Server. I also have been studying as a Grad school student in Computer Science at Okan University, in Istanbul, Turkey.

Tell us about your MVP history, when were you first awarded?
I was awarded as Windows Desktop Experience MVP in 2009. After 10-year experience, I put lots of things on my suitcase. Im very proud to be a part of this elite community.

What do you do in order to keep up with latest tools and technologies?
It is really important to be updated with recent technologies. In my case, I’m enriching my blog, writing technical articles, recording podcasts covering highlighted topics and presenting new technologies over technical communities such as universities.

What does being an MVP mean to you?
Well, To me, It really does mean an “Expert “ which really makes difference!

What do you do when you are not building software’s?
I’m an IT Professional, I do love my job and the stuff I work on. On the other hand, I love to entertain and relieve myself by playing guitar, spending hours playing billards. I also love to travel.

If you could ask Steve Ballmer one question about Microsoft, what would it be?
Why dont you give us a chance to share a meeting with you that we could ask more than one question? :)

Had a chance to attend “MVP Global Summit”? When and how was your experience?
No, not yet. I am looking forward to attend the summit in Feb 2010. I got my ticket!

What makes you a great MVP?
My persistent and born-to-learn personality I guess.

What you think about the MVP’s role in promoting technology in Middle East?
As we all know, MVPs are independent experts. That is the beauty of it. Every single individual in this community works really hard to contribute a piece of technology. I do respect this manner of it. I really like the way MVP’s run!

What is in your computer bag?
You wouldnt want to read the long list of stuff :) Let me try some;

  • MVP wallet card and badge
  • Laptop
  • Laser pointer
  • Board markers (Love to teach!)

Who are your top 5 favorite Middle East MVPs?

  • Alper Önsoy
  • Daniel Petri
  • Halil Öztürkçi
  • Daron Yöndem
  • Loay Mohammad Olabi

If you get a chance to suggest one conference in Middle East? What would it be and why?
TechED, it is a pure, technical, special occasion and suitable to deep dive

What is the best thing that has happened since you have become an MVP?
First of all, remarkable reputation in IT community. When you say something, it is listened!

Who are your top 5 technical experts in your professional circle (from your country)?

  • Emre Aydin
  • Alper Onsoy
  • Gokhan Senyuz
  • Anıl Erduran
  • Cenk Tarhan

Which was the last book you read?
Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Resource Kit

If there was one place you could travel to, right now, where would it be and why?
Australia, I always look for the furthest!

How can one be a part of MVP Club? Any suggestions for them?
It is a willingness! You really want to create and share something, this is the place where you should be! Do not forget! You may be the one who knows a lot but it is absolutely worthless without sharing.

Any Message you want to give to the readers of MicrosoftFeed?
Follow the Stars!

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