Here's a chance to take a step back from the technology treadmill and consider your career.

John Bristowe posts that my colleagues with Microsoft Canada are hosting a series of 5 webcasts, not on technology X or Y, but on the fundamentals of being a more effective developer and managing your career. 

They have some excellent speakers lined up for the webcasts which run from September 11th through October 9th.

1. Becoming a Better Developer - September 11
2. Building your Skill Set - September 18
3. Discovering your Trusted Resources - September 25 
4. Becoming your own Boss - October 2
5. Creating your Startup Business - October 9

Details and registration.

Of course, some tips may be specifically for Canadian-based developers, but I'm sure all developers regardless of technology and location would find these worthwhile.

-Chris