I hope you had a lovely Christmas and that 2008 has started off well for you! 

If one of your new year resolutions is to start using Visual Studio 2008 as soon as possible, then you should check out the Microsoft Learning Portal to see what the have on offer.

Here is a summary: 

Stay ahead of the Curve with Microsoft Learning for Visual Studio 2008

Whether you are learning new features, improving expertise, increasing your productivity or just staying ahead of the curve, Microsoft Learning can help you get up to speed quickly. Microsoft Learning materials are the most reliable and up-to-date source of learning about Microsoft Products. With a robust set of offerings that can suit any leaning style, from free electronic books/references, to e-Learning, books, instructor-lead-training, and

certification exams, MSL has the right training solution to suit your need.

Come to the Learning Portal to see the latest training resources available for Visual Studio 2008.

http://www.microsoft.com/learning/vstudio/2008/default.mspx

Additional Offers:

Download a Free Visual Studio 2008 e-book

http://www.microsoft.com/learning/vstudio/2008/default.mspx

Get a free e-book and find other special training offers to help you get up to speed quickly on Visual Studio 2008.

Find Classroom Training on Visual Studio 2008

http://www.microsoft.com/learning/syllabi/en-us/6459afinal.mspx

This one-day clinic will introduce you to the new development features available in Visual Studio 2008. Find training in a city near you.

Get Ready for Visual Studio 2008 with Free E-Learning

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http://www.microsoft.com/learning/vstudio/2008/default.mspx