Great resources to check out
Hi Gang!
I am constantly impressed by the huge set of resources that Microsoft provides their partner ISVs. Often I find that the ISVs I work with are not aware of all of them. Please find below a list of some of the most useful resources for ISVS. Check them out. They will be worth your time.
General ISV Information
Partner Site for ISVs in the USA: This site provides a great view of Microsoft’s partner program as it applies to ISVs in the US
The TouchDown Briefing Site: This site is the registration site for the quarterly ISV briefings in their local geo
The ISV Web Seminars: The site contains links to current and archived web presentations on a huge number of technical and business topics that ISVs can capitalize on
FrontRunner: A current program that is designed to reward ISVs that are among the first to adopt SQL 2005
ISV Advisory Service page: Provides details about advisory service hours are one of the benefits of participation in the Microsoft Partner Program. It also provides a vehicle to start using this service
ISV Developer Sites
The MSDN Event Site: This site will lead ISVs to great developer events in their area.
Virtual Labs: This site contains links to a number of virtual labs that ISVs can utilize.
ISV Developer Training: This site points ISVs to training opportunities designed specifically for ISVs
Channel 9: is a great technical resource site for all developers
Patterns and Practices: A great resource for software architects
SQL Server Data Mining: This community site is a goldmine of information on SQL Server 2005 data mining information
Windows Workflow Foundation: This site has all the latest and greatest information on one of Microsoft’s most exciting emerging technologies.
Have fun!
W^3
