Popfly Alpha Launch
Since I joined MS last year, I have been amazed at the range of new services and technologies that are being released. The latest that I have discovered in a new platform for non programers to develop Web 2.0 Mashups. Previously known as "Springfield", it is now being branded under the name Popfly ( Who came up with that one?). Utilizing silverlight as a plaftorm this solution allows users to dynamically connect services in the cloud to build applications. Check out the video that decribes some of the features. Here are some pictures of the development environment.
Sign up for the Alpha now...but be patient I believe there is a bit of a line.