Microsoft Windows Server "Longhorn" Virtual Training Series are available on demand:
Please click on the sessions which interest you to begin the training.
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Session 1: Windows Communication Foundation Labcast [Show Details]
In this lab you will work with the DinnerNow application to build and consume services created with Windows Communication Foundation. You will get the chance to build both services and clients while learning about the security and manageability features of Windows Communication Foundation. In addition, you will also see how the Windows Communication Foundation provides a single, unified communications API by also building a Plain Old XML (POX) service that returns data for HTTP Get requests. |
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Session 2: Windows Workflow Foundation Labcast [Show Details]
In this lab you will get an introduction to Windows Workflow Foundation by examining, modifying and extending the workflow components of the DinnerNow sample solution. You will create custom activities, manage workflow persistence and tracking, and take some time to understand how Windows Workflow Foundation was applied in this application. |
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Session 3: Windows Eventing Labcast [Show Details]
In this lab you will learn how to take advantage to the new improvements to the event logging, viewing and management features in Windows Server “Longhorn”. You will learn how to create event manifests for your application, use tools for compiling and installing event information, and how to use the APIs to write events. In addition, you will learn about some of the improvements to the Windows Event Viewer to simplify querying and viewing events in Windows. This lab is based on the DinnerNow sample scenario. |
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Session 4: Windows PowerShell and MMC Labcast [Show Details]
In this lab you will learn about two powerful management technologies that encompass both the command line and graphical user interface (GUI). Windows PowerShell is the new command shell and scripting language from Microsoft that helps IT professionals and developers achieve greater productivity. In this lab, you will write cmdlets for Windows PowerShell which will allow an operator to retrieve workflow data from the workflow tracking system. In addition, you will build a snapin for the Microsoft Management Console 3.0 (MMC) using managed code. Version 3.0 of MMC has greatly improved the managed code model for building management consoles or your applications and services. This lab is based on the DinnerNow sample scenario. |
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Session 5: IIS 7.0 Labcast [Show Details]
In this lab you will learn about the new features of the latest version of Internet Information Services available in Windows Server “Longhorn”. Taking advantage of IIS 7 modularity, extensibility, and .NET integration – you will create a new managed handler as well as extend the IIS 7 user interface to configure the handler’s actions. In addition, you will see how to use built IIS7’s built in tracing and diagnostics to see the events in the http request processing pipeline, using the DinnerNow sample scenario. |
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Session 6: Windows CardSpace Labcast [Show Details]
In this lab you will get an introduction to Windows CardSpace and see how you can integrate information card support into your web applications. Information cards provide an alternative to the authentication methods used today and a new model for managing your digital identity. CardSpace is the software that enables you to manage and select information cards. This lab will show you how to integrate CardSpace using the DinnerNow sample application as a scenario. |
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Session 7: Transactional File System Labcast [Show Details]
In this lab you will get a chance to work hands on with the new transactional file system in Windows Server “Longhorn”. In the past, it was extremely difficult to ensure consistency between work done on the file system and work done with transactional resources such as SQL Server or Microsoft Message Queuing (MSMQ). Systems that manage documents or files along with other data, often had a tendency to become inconsistent. You will get a chance to see how you can now move, create, copy, etc. files right within the TransactionScope in your .NET code and ensure that when the transaction commits or rolls back, your file operation has completed or reverted as expected. This lab is based on the DinnerNow sample scenario. |
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Session 8: Virtualization [Show Details]
In this lecture, you will learn about how you can leverage Virtual Server 2005 R2 in your existing infrastructure, and what you will possibly gain by doing so. You will also learn about Microsoft’s new virtualization offering, Windows Virtualization and what enhancements it will bring to Microsoft’s virtualization platform. |
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Session 9: High Performance Computing [Show Details] |
realDEVELOPMENT_07 is coming. This half-day event is your chance to get a closer look at the technologies you use to create real web applications.
In the sessions, you’ll learn how to use:
· Visual Studio® development system to debug and trace your web application
· Third party tools and utilities such as the Internet Explorer® internet browser Readiness Toolkit, Developer Toolbar, and Fiddler
· the Enterprise Library to implement best practices
· ASP.NET AJAX to create more immersive and interactive experiences
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It's been quite a while since I have posted here. There have been lots of things going around. Upcoming Innovation Briefing Webcast is one of them. We have scheduled a one-hour web cast on October 3rd for all those ISV’s that are unable to attend the live Innovation Briefings.
Please join Microsoft for a productive 1-hour Innovation Briefing session on Microsoft’s next generation application platform technologies. As the launch of several exciting new product versions approaches, don’t miss out on how you can get a head start on leveraging these products to enhance your software solutions.
This Innovation Briefing session will provide a developer focused overview and descriptions of new features for:
· Microsoft Visual Studio® 2008 development system (codenamed Orcas) including the .Net Framework 3.5
· Microsoft Windows Server® 2008 operating system (codenamed Longhorn) including Internet Information Services 7 (IIS)
· Microsoft Windows SQL Server™ 2008 (codenamed Katmai)
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As many of you have already discovered, Windows Sidebar gadgets are mini applications that give you information at a glance and provide easy access to frequently used tools.
Would you like to be one of three winners in the ultimate competition to find the latest, greatest Canadian Windows Vista gadget?
Prove your mettle and steely resolve by building the next coolest gadget. Show your fellow developers what you’ve got. Score serious bragging rights—not to mention wicked prizes (a widescreen LCD HD TV, Xbox 360 Pro and a Dell LCD Monitor). And set the standard for future gadgets to come. Competition closes August 15, 2007 5:00 pm EST.
For Details:
http://www.microsoft.com/canada/msdn/gadgetvsgadget/default.aspx
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I would like to invite ISV Solution Architects to the ISV Architect Forum which will be held on May 30th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 pm at the Microsoft office located at 1950 Meadowvale Boulevard, Mississauga, ON.
This unique forum is designed to provide an opportunity to the top solution architects to meet, network and discuss industry-wide issues in order to share ideas and experiences, hear details of Microsoft's architectural positioning and promote the development of a wider more engaged Canadian ISV Architect community. The event offers in-depth sessions covering real world topics relevant to solutions architects. |
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We have assembled a very distinguished set of speakers from the industry and Microsoft including Javed Sikander, Director of Microsoft’s Industry Architecture team in Redmond. We will discuss a variety of topics at the forum including Office Business Applications, SOA, Web 2.0 and others. We also plan to distribute books and journals relevant to Architects.
There is no cost for attending the forum but seating is limited, please register at your earliest convenience to reserve your spot.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at cigdemc@microsoft.com if you have any question about the event, I look forward to meeting you at the forum. |
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Cigdem Aygun |
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Voting phase has now started, visit the website to review the top five individual and team submissions.
Encourage your user groups to review the website and cast their vote to help chose who the best individual and team developers are in Canada.
Find full details on the website: http://msdn.microsoft.com/canada/codeawards/default.aspx
Join us for an inspiring and productive day event which will provide you with an overview of Microsoft’s thought leadership around SaaS as well as the details around creating a multi-tenant architecture for SaaS business applications.
This Innovation Briefing Session Will Cover:
· An Overview of SaaS
· The Business Value of SaaS
· Architecture Principles for SaaS
· Data Integrity in SaaS solutions
· Scalability in SaaS solutions
· SaaS Infrastructure Considerations
This is event is designed for ISV’s and Web Developers and is suitable for Technical Decision Makers.
Coming to a city near you...
Mississauga Wednesday, February 28, 2007
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time
Vancouver Tuesday, March 06, 2007
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Calgary Thursday, March 08, 2007
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mountain Time
Montreal Tuesday, March 13, 2007
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time
Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Service Pack 2 (SP2) enables SQL Server 2005 customers to take advantage of the enhancements within Windows Vista and the 2007 Office system. Specific enhancements include, but are not limited to:
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Enhanced BI Capabilities |
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Interoperability Enhancements |
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Performance and Manageability Enhancements |
Review what's new in SQL Server 2005 Service Pack 2 for information on new or improved features in Analysis Services, Database Engine, Integration Services, Reporting Services, and Shared Tools.
Attend this partner exclusive webcast designed to help you prepare both you and your customers for the US Government-mandated change to Daylight Saving Time (DST). This webcast will provide an overview of the Microsoft products affected, updates to apply prior to the DST change, and resources available to assist with your questions.
Duration: 90 minutes
Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Time: 12:00 PST (3:00 EST)
Please Register today!
We are hosting a Windows Server “Longhorn” Innovation Briefing Webcast. I encourage you to attend this webcast in case you will not be able to attend the Innovation Briefing in Mississauga.
This hour and a half session will be held on January 30th at 1:30 Eastern Time. Registration link: http://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/WebCastEventDetails.aspx?EventID=1032324049&EventCategory=4&culture=en-US&CountryCode=US
Web Client Software Factory has been released! You can get the bits from http://msdn.microsoft.com/webclientfactory .
With the Web Client Software Factory – January 2007 release, architects and developers can quickly incorporate many of the proven practices and patterns found while building enterprise, custom developed line of business web applications using ASP.NET 2.0.
These applications have one or more of the following characteristics:
· They have complex page flows and workflows
· They are developed by multiple collaborating development teams
· They are composite applications which present information from multiple sources through an integrated user interface.
· They can benefit from simpler deployment techniques (XCopy deployment)
· They are composed of loosely coupled modules that can be independently deployed
· They support online business transaction processing web sites
The factory contains a collection of reusable components and libraries, Visual Studio 2005 solution templates, wizards and extensions, How-to topics, automated tests, extensive architecture documentation, patterns, and a reference implementation. The factory makes use of the ASP.NET platform, Workflow Foundation, and Enterprise Library January 2006.
Windows Server “Longhorn” Innovation Briefings will be held in Montreal, January 16th and in Mississauga, January 23rd.
Please join us for an inspiring and productive half day of technology previews, resources, and business benefits that will help keep them competitive and energized to maximize their technology.
The sessions will cover:
- Roadmap to Windows Server code name ‘Longhorn’
- Developing with Windows Workflow Foundation
- Developing with Windows Communication Foundation
- Developing with Windows CardSpace™
- Internet Information Services 7.0
Jan 16th : Windows Server “Longhorn” Innovation Briefing in Montreal: http://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1032322910&Culture=en-CA
Jan 23rd : Windows Server “Longhorn” Innovation Briefing in Toronto : http://msevents.microsoft.com/CUI/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=1032322912&Culture=en-CA
My name is Cigdem Aygun, and I'm a Developer and Platform Advisor at Microsoft Canada in the Developer & Platform Evangelism group. I help ISVs review their existing architecture and provide guidance on emerging technologies to help them strategically align with Microsoft and plan for the future. I hope that sharing my experiences in design and implementation of large-scale Enterprise Application Integration (EAI), Business Process Automation (BPA) and Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solutions will be helpful to ISVs facing the same challenges.
On a technical level, my areas of interest include emerging application platform technologies, workflow technologies, EAI, BPA, ECM and Services Oriented Architecture (SOA).
Before joining Microsoft, I have worked as a developer and an architect specializing in alternative delivery channel projects for banking industry and I was a researcher at METU SRDC where I had the opportunity to gain an in-depth expertise on design and implementation of intelligent software agents for open marketplaces on heterogeneous platforms.
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