Lately we seem to be launching a ton of great new campaigns for students, small business, and now our IT Pro community.  And given how hard the economic changes of late have hit everyone I know in the IT community (among other places), this is a refreshing bit of good news.  Here’s a little more about Thrive:

We’ve heard from lots of developers that times are tough. You’re doing more with less, applying your skills more broadly, and maybe even learning new tools. That’s why we created Thrive – a one-stop community hub that offers job postings, technical content, and community resources. So whether you’re seeking new ways to differentiate yourself on the job, or you need to re-tool your skills for that next big role, Thrive has the resources to help you get there faster. 

Advance your Career

• Industry and career resources designed to help developers land a  new job  (i.e. training and certification, tips and tricks from CareerBuilder.com, Dice.com)
• Community member insights on career strategies
• Search functionality for thousands of developer job openings across the US (powered by Simplyhired.com)

Enhance your Skills – Web and Client Development

• Best of class resources outlined in a step by step format to help developers ramp on new tasks faster, saving time and money
• Product offers, training and certification discounts to get up to speed on MS tools and technologies quicker

Connect with your Community

• User groups and MS dev events search functionality
• Blogs feeds as well as industry leaders in the Web and client space
• Community leaders share their insights on success strategies handling the downturn.  (i.e. “Development in a Downturn” podcast series delivered by .NET Rocks and “Insider Advice” corner highlighting community content around “Thrive” related topics of career, training and community)

Visit the main Thrive site here: http://www.microsoft.com/click/thrivedev/