The software giant wants to get closer to its testers

Mar 12, 2015 06:46 GMT  ·  By

The Windows Insider program already counts more than 2.8 million members across the world, and as a way to show its appreciation for all the efforts that users make to help improve Windows 10, Microsoft is now offering them the chance to visit its Redmond headquarters.

An announcement made today in the Insider Hub reveals that Microsoft is offering a 2-day trip to a group of Windows insiders who want to meet with senior Windows leaders, tour the hardware design labs, check out prototypes not seen by the public, and discover the Windows design process.

Obviously, it all sounds like a dream come true for many people out there, so let's go straight to the official requirements to find out how you can win the experience.

First and foremost, you need to submit a video that's 1 to 3 minutes long to describe what you like the most about Windows 10 Technical Preview and the Windows Insider Program. The video must be submitted in English and can be accompanied by an optional description that would provide more information about the features you like in Windows 10.

Only 10 winners will be picked

Microsoft says that it will analyze every single submission and will then get 500 finalists, 10 of which will be picked as winners based on votes from other users.

The deadline for new submissions is March 24, while the trip to Redmond will take place on April 23-24, 2015. Obviously, all meals, accommodations, planned activities, and flights will be covered by Microsoft. Basically, all you need to do is go to the airport and Microsoft takes care of the rest.

Needless to say, you must be 18 years old to participate and you must not be living in Cuba, Burma/Myanmar, Iran, North Korea, Sudan or Syria.

More information on the contest, as well as the registration form, is available here.