The new Developer marketing boy. : SQL Server

Innovation Days 2008

chlong — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 05:16:00 GMT

The dates for our ISV road show have now been published and we’re coming to a city near you.

What? “Get your feet on the ground, head in the clouds”

The day will concentrate on important announcements released at October’s Professional Developer's Conference, and will focus on our Software plus Services paradigm. This is Microsoft's vision for the next generation of computing that brings together the best of cloud-based services and traditional client computing software to deliver a richer experience to your customers.

When? 8.30am breakfast until 4pm

Canberra: 18 Nov
Sydney: 19 Nov
Brisbane: 21 Nov
Melbourne: 24 Nov
Perth: 27 Nov
Adelaide: 28 Nov

Who? Business/Technical Decision Makers in the morning… to become a little more detailed in the afternoon.
Click here to Register

September 2008 SQL Technical Roll Up

chlong — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:59:14 GMT

Full Technical Roll Up here: http://blogs.technet.com/trm/default.aspx

Resources

SQL – The Next Great Gaming Platform
Presentation from GameFest 2008
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=1&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d8b2a9674-13c4-42e3-8270-76813ab2a507%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server 2008 Report Builder 2.0 RC1
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Report Builder 2.0 provides an intuitive report authoring environment for business and power users. It supports the full capabilities of SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services. The download provides a standalone installer for Report Builder 2.0.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=2&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3dcc9acbbd-570c-4712-b74d-85f537a5a75f%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express with Tools
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express with Tools is a free, easy-to use version of SQL Server Express that includes more features and makes it easier than ever to start developing powerful data-driven applications for the web or local desktop.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=3&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d7522a683-4cb2-454e-b908-e805e9bd4e28%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express with Advanced Services
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=4&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3db5d1b8c3-fda5-4508-b0d0-1311d670e336%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft® Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR August CTP
Microsoft® Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR implements support for SQL Server 2008.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=5&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3dbb3ad767-5f69-4db9-b1c9-8f55759846ed%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server 2008 Release Notes
This Release Notes document contains information for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 that supplements the SQL Server 2008 Readme and Books Online documentation.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=6&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3ddaf00920-7214-418a-a4b0-727f4ce08f81%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Management Pack for MOM 2005
The SQL Server Management Pack monitors SQL Server services and features and their availability.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=7&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d79f151c7-4d98-4c2b-bf72-ec2b4ae69191%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Data Services (SSDS) SDK (Beta)
This is a beta version of the Software Development Kit for SSDS including tools and client side components useful to developers building applications against SSDS.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=8&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d0b1fa5c6-ec9d-440b-939e-481dd05f2627%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server Protocol Documentation
The Microsoft SQL Server protocol documentation provides technical specifications for Microsoft proprietary protocols that are implemented and used in Microsoft SQL Server 2008.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=9&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d91ef5106-944a-41e1-b3a0-5bd3f2356f32%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server 2005 Best Practices Analyzer
This download is the August 2008 release of SQL Server 2005 Best Practices Analyzer.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=10&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3dda0531e4-e94c-4991-82fa-f0e3fbd05e63%26displaylang%3den
Visual Studio 2008 Team Foundation Server SP1
This Service Pack contains bug fixes and new features that address feedback from customers and provide support for recent operating system and database releases. This service pack applies to Team Foundation Server 2008, Team Foundation 2008 Proxy, and Team Foundation Server 2008 Build.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=11&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d9e40a5b6-da41-43a2-a06d-3cee196bfe3d%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 Books Online and Samples
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 is an embedded database that allows developers to build robust applications for Windows desktops and mobile devices. The download contains the Books Online and samples for SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=12&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d07829770-73a7-41e4-880d-e74b1a353623%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 for Windows Mobile
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 for devices Windows Installer (MSI) file contains the CAB files and the DLLs for installing SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 on the Windows mobile devices.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=13&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3dfce9abbf-f807-45d6-a457-ab5615001c8f%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 and Synchronization Services for ADO.NET v1.0 SP1 for Windows Desktop
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 is an embedded database that allows developers to build robust applications for Windows desktops and mobile devices. The download contains the files for installing SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 and Synchronization Services for ADO.NET version 1.0 SP1 on Windows desktop.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=14&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3ddc614aee-7e1c-4881-9c32-3a6ce53384d9%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 Server Tools
SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 Server Tools Windows Installer (MSI) file installs replication components on the computer running the Internet Information Services (IIS) for synchronizing data with SQL Server 2005 and SQL Server 2008.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=15&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3dfa751db3-7685-471b-ac31-f1b150422462%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services Datasheet
Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2008 helps enable organizations to build comprehensive, enterprise-scale analytic solutions that deliver actionable insights through familiar tools.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=16&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d1ad953e6-2ca9-4d8b-95ff-d5242c4c627a%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server 2008 Predictive Analysis Datasheet
Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2008 empowers informed decisions with predictive analysis through intuitive data mining; seamlessly integrated within the Microsoft Business Intelligence platform and extensible into business applications.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=17&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3dbfcc3ded-9a3d-4a32-85e2-e71fd90ee645%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Advisor
Download the Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Advisor. Upgrade Advisor analyzes instances of SQL Server 2000 and SQL Server 2005 to help you prepare for upgrades to SQL Server 2008.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=18&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3df5a6c5e9-4cd9-4e42-a21c-7291e7f0f852%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Data Mining Add-ins for Office 2007
Download SQL Server 2008 Data Mining Add-ins for Office 2007. This package includes two add-ins for Microsoft Office Excel 2007 (Table Analysis Tools and Data Mining Client) and one add-in for Microsoft Office Visio 2007 (Data Mining Templates).
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=19&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d896a493a-2502-4795-94ae-e00632ba6de7%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Feature Pack, August 2008
Download the 2008 Feature Pack for Microsoft SQL Server 2008, a collection of stand-alone install packages that provide additional value for SQL Server 2008.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=20&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3dc6c3e9ef-ba29-4a43-8d69-a2bed18fe73c%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Reporting Services Add-in for SharePoint Technologies
The Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services Add-in for Microsoft SharePoint Technologies is a Web download that provides features for running a report server within a larger deployment of Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 or Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=21&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d200fd7b5-db7c-4b8c-a7dc-5efee6e19005%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server 2008 Privacy Statement
Read the Privacy Statement document for Microsoft SQL Server 2008.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=22&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3de7f89bf5-d80c-46b5-a12f-fade6d41330d%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server Data Services
SQL Server Data Services
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=23&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d2539d851-1e68-42fd-bee0-d36806a732fb%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Books Online
Download the documentation and tutorials for Microsoft SQL Server 2008.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=24&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d765433f7-0983-4d7a-b628-0a98145bcb97%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Enterprise Evaluation: Trial Experience for IT Professionals
Download SQL Server 2008 180-day Trial Software. Microsoft SQL Server 2008 is a database platform for large-scale online transaction processing (OLTP), data warehousing, and e-commerce applications; it is also a business intelligence platform for data analysis and reporting solutions.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=25&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d265f08bc-1874-4c81-83d8-0d48dbce6297%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Enterprise Evaluation: Trial Experience for Developers
Download SQL Server 2008 180-day Trial Software. Microsoft SQL Server 2008 is a database platform for large-scale online transaction processing (OLTP), data warehousing, and e-commerce applications; it is also a business intelligence platform for data analysis and reporting solutions.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=26&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d6b10c7c1-4f97-42c4-9362-58d4d088cd38%26displaylang%3den
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express
SQL Server 2008 Express is a free edition of SQL Server that is ideal for learning and building desktop and small server applications, and for redistribution by ISVs.
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=27&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d58ce885d-508b-45c8-9fd3-118edd8e6fff%26displaylang%3den
Install_cc_triggers
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=29&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d0f30eb82-0ca2-40cd-b6dc-1ce637dd7838%26displaylang%3den
SQL Server 2000 Service Pack 4 and MSDE 2000 (KB948110)
Security Update for SQL Server 2000 Service Pack 4 and MSDE 2000 (KB948110)
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=30&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d4fd1f86a-94a2-43d8-9b0a-774c81426d9e%26displaylang%3den

Documents

SQL Server 2008 Licensing Overview
This document explains key licensing considerations for SQL Server 2008 customers.
SQL Server 2008 Pricing and Licensing
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/info.aspx?na=22&p=28&srcdisplaylang=en&srccategoryid=&srcfamilyid=&u=%2fdownloads%2fdetails.aspx%3ffamilyid%3d7b133660-36b9-4a02-b0d8-dd7f7f19aa4f%26displaylang%3den

XML Best Practices for Microsoft SQL Server 2005
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/library/ms345115.aspx
SQL Server 2005 Full-Text Queries on Large Catalogs: Lessons Learned
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/prodtechnol/sql/bestpractice/ftslesld.mspx

Events/Webcasts

TechNet Webcast: SQL Server 2008 (Part 3 of 3): Integrate Growing Data Volumes (Level 300)
Attend this session to learn how to integrate growing volumes of data with the new enhancements in Microsoft SQL Server 2008. We cover new technologies, like Change Data Capture and MERGE SQL statement, in addition to scalability improvements in SQL Server Integration Services, like lookup enhancements and data profiling.
https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/WebCastEventDetails.aspx?EventID=1032365552&EventCategory=5&culture=en-US&CountryCode=US
TechNet Webcast: Mastering Time Series Prediction with SQL Server 2008 Data Mining (Level 300)
Time series data is one of the most useful sources for data mining. Whether it be estimating future gasoline prices or understanding the relationship between the weather and sales, there is a role for time series analysis. In the new release of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Data Mining, Microsoft has introduced some important enhancements to our support in this area, making powerful analysis both more effective and easier to use. In this webcast, we not only introduce these new features, but we also cover many of the business scenarios for which time series prediction is invaluable.
https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/WebCastEventDetails.aspx?EventID=1032359362&EventCategory=5&culture=en-US&CountryCode=US
MSDN Webcast: Introducing SQL Server Compact 3.5 (Level 200)
With Microsoft SQL Server Compact 3.5 and Microsoft Visual Studio 2008, developers have an easy-to-deploy solution for local data. Ranging from caching reference data to full offline scenarios, developers can use a single engine for their Windows Mobile-powered devices, or their full desktop clients–benefiting from the power of SQL Server in a compact footprint. Using Visual Studio 2008, we show how SQL Server Compact can be transparently deployed with unique features including updatable result sets and a custom document format, and how to manage the creation and maintenance of your local data. This session is packed with demonstrations that can get you started today.
https://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/WebCastEventDetails.aspx?EventID=1032364883&EventCategory=5&culture=en-US&CountryCode=US

April 2008 SQL Technical Rollups

chlong — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 09:26:11 GMT

Just came across this Technical Rollup blog from the Premier Field Engineering team listing the latest news; documents; whitepapers; downloads; event & webcasts and new knowledge based articles every IT administrator should know about :)

http://blogs.technet.com/trm/archive/2008/04/01/april-2008-technical-rollup-mail-sql.aspx

Other rollups exist for Security; Platforms; Internet and Unified Communications.

Sydney Wave Launch Photos

chlong — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 03:18:34 GMT

The photos from the Sydney Wave launch have been published to Flickr and there's some beauties! Mike Heald also took some pictures, including me behind the Partner-TV camera!

Below, from left to right are pictures of Dave Glover, Martin Gregory, Nick Mayhew, Oscar Trimboli, David Lean, me, Callum Meek, Jorke Odolphi, Andy Coates and Richard White from CargoWise!

Visit http://www.flickr.com/photos/22862070@N05/ to see if you're there!

Also, keep an eye on the Heroes Happen Twitter feed to be kept up-to-date on who's where and what people are doing.

See you in Melbourne tomorrow!

Technorati Tags: Heroes Happen 2008, Wave launch, Sydney

Complimentary testing vouchers for SQL Server

chlong — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 07:27:25 GMT

If you are building your solution on SQL Server and need a testing voucher to join the Microsoft Partner Program, you can join the Innovate On service to receive a number of benefits.

Complimentary testing voucher good for US$250 off the Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Platform Test for ISV Solutions (available for first 100 participants)
Discounted rates on adCenter keyword advertising (if you're based in the relevant geography)
Prominent placement in Microsoft product catalogs - a valuable source for leads

For more information visit http://www.innovateon.com/product_sqlserver.aspx

Get your 2008 Wave Launch T-shirt Here

chlong — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 03:20:50 GMT

As per the normal tradition of a launch, the obligatory T-shirt is an absolute must. Click here to take the quiz (you'll need to sign in) and correctly answer 8 out of 10 questions about Windows Server 2008, SQL Server 2008 and Visual Studio 2008 to win. Terms & Conditions apply naturally, including the need to be an Aussie member of the Partner Program and stocks are limited.

Need more info on the launch?

Click here to visit the Partner Hub and get up to speed on the biggest launch event of the year!

With the Australia-wide Heroes Happen {2008} launch events about to kick off in Sydney in February, you’ll want to make sure you’re up to speed on the new server products – Windows Server 2008, SQL Server 2008 and Visual Studio 2008. The WAVE hub is designed to be your one-stop-shop for all the training, sales and marketing materials you need to make the most of the launch opportunities. The hub also features a Blog Aggregator displaying the latest information and commentary from around the world including webcasts, case studies, tools, playbooks and personal opinions. Use these valuable resources to make sure your expertise is up to scratch so you can offer the best possible business solutions to your customers.

>>Visit the Heroes Happen {2008} hub now!

SQL Server 2008 Training

chlong — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 01:39:04 GMT

Greg & Andrew both beat me to blogging this.

The Australian Partner Readiness site has three SQL2008 sessions listed:

Also check these out from Andy's blog:

There are sessions in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Adelaide (not all events are in all cities)

Andrew has also posted the following recently:

SQL Server 2008 JumpStart training

chlong — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 03:18:47 GMT

The registration of the Partner Jumpstart event has now been opened. Jumpstart is happening one week prior to Tech Ready and is a superset of the Upgrade Your Skills course that will be rolled out to the partners.

Who should attend?

CPLSs that have signed up to deliver the Upgrade Your Skills course broadly, Jumpstart would be a good way to get the raw content, get trained and ready to redeliver the content.
For Partners like SIs, ISVs not enrolled in Metro this is a great opportunity to receive Level 200-300 technical training on SQL Server 2008.

Click Here to Register

What and when is it?

The JumpStart is a 5-day technical training on SQL Server 2008.
The training will take place in Redmond from Feb 5-9, 2008.
It provides early access to solutions-focused depth content created by Microsoft’s Developer & Platform Evangelism Group and is a beta delivery.
The first day comprises general sessions and the subsequent days are broken into four parallel tracks:

Database Infrastructure & Scalability
Business Intelligence
Developer & Software + Services
Upgrades & Application Compatibility

NOTE: This is an exclusive event open only to Microsoft employees, SQL Server partners (SIs, OEMs, VARs and ISVs), Regional Directors and MVPs.

Attendees are responsible for their own travel and expenses. You may also choose to register and watch the Live Streaming of this event.

Click Here to Register

Technorati Tags: SQL Server 2008, Jumpstart, TechReady

Andy Lees Videos

chlong — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 01:56:34 GMT

I have just posted the third Andrew Lees video to Partner-TV Australia. Andy visited Australia last month and we interviewed him on Bondi Beach as well as filming the 2008 Launch Wave Partner Briefing at our Sydney office.

Partner-TV: 60 Seconds on the 2008 Launch Wave (just over 1 minute)
Partner-TV: Andy Lees on the 2008 launch wave (7 minutes 17 seconds)
Partner-TV: 2008 Launch Wave Partner Briefing with Andy Lees (56 mins 30 seconds)

You can watch the videos via a stream, or download them to watch offline and listen to the audio via our podcast. Visit http://blogs.msdn.com/ozpartnertv for more.

SQL Code Camps Event

chlong — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 13:11:42 GMT

The SQL Down Under Code Camp and Security Camp Oz are being held on 13-14 October
at the Charles Sturt University in Wagga Wagga. This is an annual event (as with CodeCampOz
for developers) and 400-500 attendees from around Australia are expected.

Head over to the Code Camp website for more information:
http://www.sqldownunder.com/CodeCamp/tabid/53/Default.aspx

Technorati Tags: Microsoft, SQL Code Camp, Windows Server, SQL Server, Visual Studio

ISV Innovation Days for 2008 launch wave products

chlong — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 13:37:00 GMT

ISV Innovation Days will allow you to connect with the Microsoft ISV Virtual Team (including the Partner Team - SMS&P; our Developer Platform Evangelism - DPE) and learn about the advantages and resources of becoming an early adopter for the 2008 launch wave products (Windows Server 2008, Visual Studio 2008, SQL Server 2008) and how you can better leverage your solution on these three products, in a relaxed workshop environment.

Agenda:

8.00am - 8.30am: Arrival & Registration
Introductions
New Opportunities with the 2008 Product Launch (for senior management)
Whats new in Visual Studio 2008 & .NET Framework for Smart Client and Next Generation Web Development
Morning Tea
What new in Windows Server 2008 for ISVs
What's Hot in SQL Server 2008 for our Customers and ISVs
Integrating Business Solutions with Microsoft Office SharePoint
1pm: Depart

Register Today in a city near you!

Brisbane: 20 November 2007 (Microsoft Brisbane Office, Level 9, Waterfront Place, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane, Queensland 4000)
Melbourne: 27 November 2007 (Microsoft Melbourne Office, Level 5, 4 Freshwater Place, Southbank Victoria 3006)
Sydney: 3 December 2007 (Department of State and Regional Development, Parkes Room, Level 47, MLC Centre, 19 Martin Place, Sydney New South Wales 2000)
Perth: 6 December 2007 (Perth Microsoft Office, Level 14 QV1 Building, 250 St Georges Terrace, Perth Western Australia 6000)
Adelaide: 7 December 2007 (Adelaide Microsoft Office, Level 2 Santos Building, 91 King William Street Adelaide South Australia 5000)
Canberra: 11 December 2007 (Canberra Microsoft Office, Level 2, 44 Sydney Avenue, Barton, Canberra Australian Capital Territory 2600)

P.S. – in the afternoon, partners will have the opportunity for partnering with Microsoft in the healthcare industry. We’ll give you an overview of the significant investments Microsoft is making in healthcare around the world including the Connected Health Framework, Common User Interface and Health Connection Engine. You’ll also see real examples of exciting mobile devices and applications and learn why Microsoft and Intel together provide the ultimate platform for mobility in healthcare.

Healthcare Agenda:

1pm: Arrival & Registration
The opportunity for Microsoft Partners in the health industry
Microsoft’s key health investments
Mobility solutions in healthcare
4.30pm: Depart

Register here:

Melbourne: 27 November 2007 (Microsoft Melbourne Office, Level 5, 4 Freshwater Place, Southbank Victoria 3006)
Sydney: 3 December (Department of State and Regional Development, Parkes Room, Level 47, MLC Centre, 19 Martin Place, Sydney New South Wales 2000)

Updated:

changed the depart time to the Health event to 4.30pm
we have added Canberra to the list of cities we are visiting on 11 Dec... if you are based in ACT please register here.

Technorati Tags: Microsoft Partners, ISV, Windows Server, SQL Server, Visual Studio, Christian Longstaff