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Last year, Microsoft provided a program to help new start-ups get developer tools, discounts and a business network at practically no cost. BizSpark helped over 300 Irish start-ups in the last twelve months. This year, the Spark family is extending to
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Ever since MIX09 a few months ago, I’ve had lots of designers and developers asking me for preview copies of SketchFlow, demos, early access to Silverlight 3 builds and much more. I’m thrilled that Silverlight 3 was officially released on Friday joined
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As designers and developers know, it’s so critical to stay up to date on the latest technology, newest tools and ideas to keep yourself, your ideas and your applications fresh. MIX Essentials , happening in Dublin on Wednesday June 24th is all about that.
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But cool technology is worth writing about, so here we go. If you were watching the MIX09 Live Keynote yesterday ( http://live.visitmix.com/ ), you saw a couple of awesome applications which really take rich, Internet applications to a new level.
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The Irish Internet Association ( http://iia.ie ) has several working groups designed to focus on various areas of the Web. The Web Development Working Group have created a survey to find out what you would value them spending their time and
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I was on the MIX09 site earlier today and noticed a few interesting discounts I thought I’d mention here. Last Chance to Save on MIX: If you haven’t yet bought your MIX09 ticket, be sure to use RSVP code MIXLastChance to save $300 USD when you book by
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Voting is now open for DDD Belfast. As mentioned in my previous blog post, Developer Developer Developer is a free, day-long event with great presentations submitted by professionals. Now is your chance to make your voice heard and ensure
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If you were in Galway last year for the first ever Developer Developer Developer Ireland (Techprechaun!), you’re already familiar with the idea of a community-driven, developer-focused, multi-track day of talks, training, presentations and great fun,
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I now have the previously top secret agenda for the Silverlight Assault Course I mentioned yesterday. The course will be on Saturday, January 17th in Dublin and on Sunday, January 18th in Cork. We have some exciting news about our NxtGenUG
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The Cork Microsoft Technology User Group is hosting a great event for one day in January. It’s a free , one-day workshop on Sunday, January 18th at the Imperial Hotel . The Silverlight Assault Course was launched with great success last year for
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Mix09 is just around the corner, believe it or not. Early Bird registration expires on January 15th, which saves you $200. This is your chance to explore the future of the Web with fellow developers and designers. Where and When? MIX09 will
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I received excellent news late Friday of last week. Josh Holmes , RIA (Rich Internet/Interactive Application) Architect Extraordinaire, is coming to visit us in Dublin in early October. He will be speaking on the topic of “Developing RIAs
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For folks who haven't yet registered for the PDC, this week is the time to do so! If you register before August 15th, you'll save $200 on your conference ticket. This is a great deal, and the PDC will certainly sell out shortly after so get
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Curious about your website visitor statistics? Want a free solution? Microsoft’s adCenter Analytics (formerly Project Gatineau) is currently in beta but has some excellent functionality now that you can use just by filling out the registration form
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derStandard.at recently posted an interview with Moonlight & Mono lead Miguel de Icaza. It’s definitely worth a read. Miguel talks about the arrangement between the Moonlight project and Microsoft, how Microsoft is providing the media
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