About me

Sharing Knowledge, Empowering the IT Community

Welcome to My Tech & Passion Hub!

Hi, I’m Sam Naqvi. Ever since I got my hands on my first piece of tech, I’ve been hooked, curious about how things work and how they can work better. That curiosity led me to an incredible journey at Microsoft, where I’ve spent over 18 years diving deep into cloud computing, global releases, and enterprise-scale migrations.

Along the way, I’ve worn many hats i.e. Technical Program Manager, Release Manager, and Cloud Platform (Azure) Expert, each role giving me a new perspective on solving complex challenges. From launching cutting-edge technologies to steering large-scale cloud transitions, I’ve been at the heart of innovation, always learning, adapting, and pushing boundaries. Technology is more than just my career; it’s my passion. I thrive on making cloud platforms smarter, helping businesses navigate their complexities, and sharing what I learn and adapt as things change around me.

Beyond my work in tech, I have a deep passion for coaching, photography, sports Baseball, American football, gourmet cooking, and restoring (old) classic cars. This blog is my way of sharing not just my technical expertise, but also my experiences, insights, and lessons I’ve learned with broader IT and tech community.

My Tech Journey

My career has been a thrilling ride, shaping the evolution of Microsoft’s cloud and enterprise solutions. Some of my most notable contributions include:

  • Microsoft Azure Expertise – Specialized in SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, Azure DevOps, and on-premises to cloud migrations.
  • Architect of Microsoft SCOM 2007 – Designed and built the original monitoring suite, leading the migration from MOM 2005 to SCOM 2007 R2.
  • Global Release Management – Managed release cycles for Microsoft Windows security updates, SQL Server Service Packs, and Azure migrations.
  • Gaming Industry Experience – Worked on high-profile launches like Xbox Kinect and Halo 4.
  • Security & Compliance – Certified Information Security Specialist, ensuring secure cloud migrations and infrastructure reliability.
  • Software Development Background – Former developer with expertise in Visual C++, C#, and XML.

Why This Blog?

Technology is always evolving, and I believe in sharing knowledge to empower others in the IT community. Whether you’re an IT professional, cloud architect, DevOps engineer, or tech enthusiast, this blog offers:

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Beyond Tech - My Passion & Interests

📸 Nature & Drone Photography – I love capturing breathtaking sunrises, sunsets, oceans, rivers, and blooming flowers from scenic vista points.
⚾ Coaching /President – Little League Baseball – Board Member and  15+ years coaching young athletes (ages 7 to 18) and mentoring future sports stars. (USA & Canada)
🏈 Sports Writing – Passionate about American Football & Baseball, I contribute sports columns to local newspapers.
👨‍🍳 Gourmet Cooking – Exploring and recreating Turkish, Italian, American, Asian, and Indian cuisines.
🚗 Classic Car Restorations – Fascinated by vintage cars, I follow YouTube channels like “Junk Yard Digs,” “Vise Grip Garage,” and “Budget Build”, watching abandoned cars from the 1960s get revived.
🏍️ Motorcycle Adventure Touring – Following world travelers on two wheels as they explore new landscapes and cultures.
🌍 Community Service & Volunteering – Former Rotary Club member in Oakland, CA, always looking for ways to give back.