10 Year Anniversary Event Presentations

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Speaker:	James Arendt, Senior SetFocus Instructor
Topic:	Future of Microsoft Programming Languages
Abstract:	Programming languages are not written in stone. They evolve. Through influences from dynamic and functional programming languages , the Microsoft platform of programming languages are adapting to meet current and future demands for enhanced developer productivity. Come learn about the languages and programming styles influencing C# and Visual Basic. In the process, you will learn about some of the new features coming to your favorite .NET language.
Bio:	James Arendt hails from the sunny Gulf Coast of Florida. He is a senior instructor with SetFocus, LLC. Over the last six years, James has trained hundreds of students attending SetFocus's Master's Program and corporate training engagements. He has delivered training across the full spectrum of .NET technologies with an emphasis on distributed technologies. Aside from his interests in distributed technologies, he has a passion for the very languages that allow developers to craft applications. In addition, he is a graduate of the SetFocus Master's Program and he has spoken at developer events hosted by SetFocus and Microsoft. James also assists SetFocus in the pioneering of their vision for online training: The GRID.

Speaker:	Don Demsak, Microsoft MVP
Topic:	Introduction to LINQ - Reinventing Visual Basic
Abstract:	An introduction to .Net Language Integrated Query (LINQ) and its affect on how you will write programs with Visual Basic 9.0. Is object oriented programming the problem? Is functional programming a solution? What is the value of LINQ and what is the future direction of Visual Basic?
Bio:	Don Demsak (aka DonXML) is a Microsoft MVP for XML and an independent .Net Solutions Architect consultant, who specializes in architecting and programming multi-tier applications using Microsoft’s .Net framework. He is an evangelist that is known for preaching the benefits of XML, Web Services Contract First, and the .Net framework on various discussion groups across the web and on his blog. He also enjoys the intellectual comradery of working with developers and architects from around the world. Don is one of the founders of the Mvp.Xml open source project (www.mvpxml.org), which is helping to enhance the XML capabilities in the .Net framework, which includes the XPathmania project, which adds XPath testing support to the XML Editor in Visual Studio 2005.

Speaker:	Kevin S. Goff, Microsoft MVP
Topic:	Studio Team Edition for Database Professionals
Abstract:	Database developers typically face challenges, such as database schema control and unit testing of stored procedures and CLR managed code. This presentation will cover these challenges, and will demonstrate how to use Visual Studio Team Edition for Database Professionals to manage database schemas, create automated database tests, and provide an overall development and version control environment. In this session, I'll demonstrate some of the core functionality of Visual Studio Team Edition for Database Professionals, and will provide many online resources that you can study to see how industry professionals are using this tremendous product.
Bio:	Kevin S. Goff has been a Microsoft .NET/C# MVP since 2005. He is the founder and principal consultant of Common Ground Solutions, a consulting group that provides custom Web and client-server solutions in .NET, VFP, SQL Server, and Crystal Reports. Kevin is the author of Pro VS 2005 Reporting using SQL Server and Crystal Reports, published by Apress. He is a regular columnist for CoDe Magazine, and also maintains a companion blog for his column. Kevin is also the author of the Take Five with SQL Server 2005 series by SetFocus. His also offers custom .NET and SQL Server training, and participates in MSDN community events. Contact Kevin at kgoff@commongroundsolutions.net

Speaker:	Vito Jokubaitis, Senior SetFocus Instructor
Topic:	.NET Framework 3.0: Inside and Out
Abstract:	.NET Framework 3.0 represents a significant change in the way that Windows applications are created. With this version of the Framework come four major components: Windows Presentation Foundation; Windows Communication Foundation; Windows Workflow Foundation; and Windows CardSpace. What these components are, how they are used, and what support for them is available in Visual Studio 2005 will be the focus of this presentation.
Bio:	Vito P. Jokubaitis is an instructor with SetFocus LLC. During the past five years, he has guided several hundred developers through the process of learning how to use Microsoft’s .NET programming model and Framework in the creation of Windows and Web applications, including distributed applications and data-centric applications. Vito is a Microsoft Certified Professional Developer and a Microsoft Certified Trainer.

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