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reMIX 08 Australia

jorkeo — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 03:10:03 GMT

reMIX is back this year bigger and faster than ever. I know this is old news but I'm running a little behind at the moment.

Check out the website and Register now for a bargain price of $199 (Inc GST) - we are doing 1 day in 2 cities:

Sydney

    May 20
   Powerhouse Museum
   Harris Street, Ultimo

Melbourne

   May 22
   Melbourne Town Hall
   Cnr Swanston & Collins
   Street, Melbourne

Shanemo and delicategenius are the content head honchos and have done an awesome job of pulling together great speakers and content - checkout the session list.

I've managed to land a speaking gig right before drinks!;

"Bringing Hosters and Developers together with IIS7"* - Come learn about all the great new features in Microsoft Internet Information Services 7 for hosters and web farm managers including creating a highly customizable environment for building scalable and reliable media applications.*

* subject to change!

Many exciting things happening leading up to this, check out your chance to win free tickets, a zune or a silverlight skateboard.

- jorke

Technorati Tags: reMIX,reMIX08,Microsoft,Silverlight,IIS7,Windows Server 2008

Hosting Days Australia - Coming to a City Near you!

jorkeo — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:36:24 GMT

via Christian

This years Hosting Days is "Fast Tracking Your Success with FastLane" in a city somewhere close to you, unless you are in Darwin or Alice Springs or Cameron's Corner....

Phil and I have the first track, which is the fun track all about the HOW of hosting.

Go to https://partner.microsoft.com/australia/40048707 to see the agenda and register

see you there!

- jorke

Technorati Tags: Hosting Days,partners,events

MSExperts.org - a blog for.. er.. MS Experts

jorkeo — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 03:54:43 GMT

Cam told me about this blog a little ago and I've been following it so see what they're up to. I quite like the slogan - memoirs of a goldfish - make sure you blog it before you forget it forever.. although according to wikipedia - the myth of a goldfish having a 3 second memory is false..

There is really great quality posts there that address problems that a bunch of IT professionals run into every day of the week.

Check out some of the posts by Mark Rhodes - cracking good stuff for SharePoint.

- jorke

Technorati Tags: MSexperts,sharepoint,community

iis7forheroes.com - from Emantra

jorkeo — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 10:07:00 GMT

The guys at Emantra pinged me today with a project we've been talking about for a while, and I'm stoked these guys have pulled this off!

Go to their site http://iis7forheroes.com/ and get yourself some of:

The first SHARED IIS7.0 web hosting in Australia! (that I know of!)

Well done to Cam, Russ and Ross for a job well done, where can I get a shirt like the guy in the picture? :)

- jorke

Technorati Tags: emantra,hosting,iis7,iis7.0,windows server 2008

Dynamics Dev Sessions

jorkeo — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 05:12:15 GMT

Shout out for Dave Lemphers who's running Dynamics Dev days with what looks like a scorching agenda.

In Dave's words:

"No marketing fluff, no sales spiels, no PowerPoint (I've ditched that in favor of good ole' fashioned flip charts! and talkin'). Just honest, hardworking info on how to build solutions using Visual Studio, .NET and Dynamics... like mamma used to make!

So to kick things off this month, I'll be demonstrating how to use Dynamics NAV 5.0 as an ERP platform base to build a asset tracking app that has a WPF admin component, ASP.NET AJAX with Virtual Earth tracking component, and Windows Mobile 6 notification component. Hot damn!"

Go to Dave's post for more details.

Initially in Sydney and Melbourne only, but hopefully the content will be recorded for all to see.

-jorke

Technorati Tags: .net , dynamics , titan , crm

Action Pack tools for web partners

jorkeo — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 07:08:35 GMT

via Christian

Action Pack: Tools for Web Partners

If you're in the business of designing or developing Web sites or Web applications, you need the right tools to deliver the Web-based solutions your customers want. The toolkit to help you make the most of this growth opportunity has now been launched — the special edition Web Solutions Toolkit.

You'll receive tools and products specific to creating Web-based solutions every six months, as well as technology resources, business resource papers, and special offers — all created to support your business objectives. It takes only a few simple steps to qualify to receive the kit. And if you have a current Microsoft Action Pack Subscription, you can get the special edition kit at no additional charge.

What is an Action Pack? It's a full suite of Microsoft Not-for-Distribution (NFD) software to help you run your business, train your staff and demonstrate to your business customers. You'll receive four quarterly software updates which include Microsoft Partner Guides, Project Guides and Campaign Toolkits to easily implement position and sell Microsoft software and solutions. Marketing, sales, training tools and information are conveniently packaged and sent to you during the course of your year-long subscription. The Microsoft Action Pack is a benefit only for Registered members of the Microsoft Partner Program who promote Microsoft software or provide solutions based on Microsoft software and technologies to their customers. If you are a Certified or Gold Certified Partner you already receive the above.

What do you receive:

Microsoft Visual Studio Standard 2008—a comprehensive, high-productivity, professional development environment that you can use to build high-performance, multi-tier applications for Windows, Web, and common consumer mobile devices.
Expression Studio—a suite of tools for creative designers, including:
- Expression Web—a professional design tool that you can use to create modern, standards-based sites that deliver superior quality on the Web.
- Expression Blend—the professional design tool to create engaging, Web-connected, user experiences for Windows.
- Expression Design—the professional illustration and graphic design tool that enables you to build compelling elements for both Web and desktop application user interfaces.
- Expression Media—the professional asset-management tool that enables you to visually catalog and organize your digital assets for easy retrieval and presentation.
Technology Resource Kits

The Windows Live Resource Kit:
Find out how you can build new applications to create business opportunities using the Windows Live platform. Here’s what you get:
- Links to technical and commercial information, demos, and software development kits (SDKs) geared to your business needs
- Access to shared code
- Presentations and case studies that demonstrate how building solutions with the Windows Live platform can benefit your business
The Custom Web Development Jumpstart Kit:
Learn how to create business solutions and offer services on the Microsoft Windows Live and Office Live platforms that you can adapt, customize, and expand to fit your customers’ unique needs. The kit includes:
- Windows CardSpace labs
- Windows Sidebar Gadget labs
- Office Live training
- Silverlight videos, demos, and quickstarts
Business Resource Papers

How do you receive it?

Step 1: Become a Registered Member of the Microsoft Partner Program. It takes as little as 15 minutes and there is no cost.
Note: Only Registered Members are eligible for the Microsoft Action Pack Subscription. Certified and Gold Certified Partners in the Custom Development Solutions competency will receive copies of the Web Solutions Toolkit in their December highlights kits.
Step 2: Successfully complete one of three free online courses and the associated assessment with a score of 70 percent or higher at least 30 days prior to January 2008, the estimated ship date for the kit. Meanwhile, please My postal address is:">My postal address is:">email me if you are a web partner and I'll send you a Web Experience DVD, see my earlier post for more detail.
Note: If you successfully complete one of the Web Solutions assessments, you’ll also meet the assessment requirement to receive the full Action Pack Subscription.
Step 3: Sign up for the Microsoft Action Pack Subscription. Your subscription offers a full suite of Microsoft not-for-distribution (NFD) software to help you run your business, train your staff, and demonstrate your Web-based solutions to your business customers.
Step 4: Order the Web Solutions Toolkit when you receive an email alert that it is available. For scheduled ship dates, visit the Standard Contents page.

When do you receive it?

Welcome Kits: Normally ship within 48 hours of approval of payment. Allow 15-30 business days to receive your kit.
Update Kits: Shipping starts October 3, 2007, depending on region, and continues with the first month of each subsequent quarter (January, April, July, and October). Allow 15-30 business days to receive your kit. If you don’t receive your kit by the end of the shipping month, please contact your nearest Regional Service Center.

Update: At Tim's request, I have included the direct links to the English courses rather than displaying all 11 languages (as per the comments)

Update 2: Shane, Jon & Simon wanted more information on what an action pack is and click here for a FAQ.

-jorke

ISV Innovation Days

jorkeo — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 05:06:14 GMT

This is a great opportunity for hosters to network with Independent Software Vendors (ISV's) - as we all know that hosters are the platform of the future.

Here are the details from Luisa in our partner team:

ISV Innovation Days will allow you to connect with the Microsoft ISV Virtual Team (including representatives from the Microsoft Partner Team; and our Developer Platform Evangelism - DPE) and learn about the advantages and resources of becoming an early adopter for the 2008 launch wave products (Windows Server 2008, Visual Studio 2008, SQL Server 2008) in a relaxed workshop environment.

The Agenda includes New Opportunities with the 2008 Product Launch (for senior management), Whats new in Visual Studio 2008 & .NET Framework for Smart Client and Next Generation Web Development, What’s new in Windows Server 2008 for ISVs, What's Hot in SQL Server 2008 for our Customers and ISVs, and Integrating Business Solutions with Microsoft Office SharePoint

• Register Today in a city near you!

• Brisbane: 20 November 2007 (Microsoft Brisbane Office, Level 9, Waterfront Place, 1 Eagle Street, Brisbane, Queensland 4000)

• Melbourne: 27 November 2007 (Microsoft Melbourne Office, Level 5, 4 Freshwater Place, Southbank Victoria 3006)

• Sydney: 3 December 2007 (Department of State and Regional Development, Parkes Room, Level 47, MLC Centre, 19 Martin Place, Sydney New South Wales 2000)

• Perth: 6 December 2007 (Perth Microsoft Office, Level 14 QV1 Building, 250 St Georges Terrace, Perth Western Australia 6000)

• Adelaide: 7 December 2007 (Adelaide Microsoft Office, Level 2 Santos Building, 91 King William Street Adelaide South Australia 5000)

P.S. – in the afternoon, partners will have the opportunity for partnering with Microsoft in the healthcare industry. We’ll give you an overview of the significant investments Microsoft is making in healthcare around the world including the Connected Health Framework, Common User Interface and Health Connection Engine. You’ll also see real examples of exciting mobile devices and applications and learn why Microsoft and Intel together provide the ultimate platform for mobility in healthcare.

- jorke