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DailyTech posted a story that Windows Phone 7 team manager Joe Marini leaves the company after Twitter posts about Nokia



As you might guess Microsoft wasn't thrilled about these developments (it probably was especially bothered by him criticizing a partner's unlaunched product. A Microsoft policy document (PDF) warns employees to "be smart", when posting to Twitter about their job. They warn employees not to disclose confidential details to the public.

A Microsoft spokesperson has confirmed to Geekwire that Mr. Marini has left the company after eight years, declining to confirm why he departed and whether the Twitter posts were to blame.
  Windows Phone Manager Leaves Company After Twitter Posts About Nokia