Partner Events
March 8, 2010
Are You Ready for the New Microsoft Partner Network? Watch March 17 Webcast
Come back to the Community homepage on March 17 to view a webcast sharing exciting news about new competencies and subscription offerings launching this year, including a subscription specially designed for solution providers, developers, and web designers. Learn how to make the most of these unique opportunities.
March 5, 2010
Watch Allison Watson’s Webcast on Cloud Computing Opportunities on March 10
On March 10, join Allison Watson, corporate vice president of Microsoft’s Worldwide Partner Group, as she speaks to members of the Microsoft Partner Network about the opportunities cloud computing offers for Microsoft partners. On-demand webcast will be available on the Community homepage.
March 3, 2010
Public Sector Community Calls on May 11
Improve your working relationship with Microsoft. Get industry insight from industry leaders. Voice your opinions to Microsoft executives. And meet other public sector partners. Join the Public Sector Partner, Quarterly Community Calls to discover what Microsoft is doing to increase your revenue and business opportunities.
May 11, 2010, 8:00 A.M.-9:30 A.M. Pacific time
May 11, 2010, 6:00 P.M.-7:30 P.M. Pacific time
March 2, 2010
Steve Ballmer Webcast on Microsoft’s Cloud Strategy, March 4
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer discusses what’s ahead for computing, with a focus on how cloud computing will change the way people and businesses use technology. Watch the speech live Thursday, March 4, at 1 p.m. EST/10 a.m. PST, or view the on-demand webcast and video highlights later.
February 26, 2010
Join Microsoft during SxSW, March 13 - 17
Review a summary of the activities Microsoft will host during SxSW. Hope you can join us! Find opportunities to talk about Expression, Silverlight, Windows Mobile, and Web Standards. In the Microsoft Tradeshow booth, you can play with the new Microsoft Interactive Canvas, and on Monday at 7pm don’t miss the PhizzPop Design Challenge finals!
February 26, 2010
MIX10 on March 15-17, 2010
Join us at MIX10 on March 15-17, 2010, in Las Vegas as we continue exploring the art and science of creating great user experiences. Designers and developers will learn about Microsoft’s broad web platform and tools that help bring together the clients, servers, and cloud services needed for creating great rich web applications. Learn more.
January 28, 2010
Worldwide Partner Conference on July 11-15, 2010
Join us Sunday, July 11–Thursday, July 15, 2010 in Washington, D.C., for WPC10. We’ll have more information about the conference agenda, including keynote speakers and schedules, in early 2010. Continue to check digitalwpc.com for updates.
We look forward to seeing you there.
January 27, 2010
Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center Webcasts, Feb. 3
Microsoft recently migrated the eOpen and MVLS sites to the new Volume Licensing Service Center website (VLSC) in order to ultimately provide a convenient, online solution for customers and partners to easily manage their licensing agreements and Microsoft products. We know that as a result of the initial upgrade, a number of partners experienced some access and usability issues.
Therefore, Microsoft is hosting three Live Meeting sessions on February 3, 2010, to address many of the common questions as well as provide an in-depth training including tips and tricks, how-to’s, and more regarding access, navigation, and use of the VLSC site. Register today!
January 23, 2010
MSDN Events for Developers
Sign up now and save your seat for MSDN Events. This quarter, MSDN is presenting events across the United States, plus a series of local sessions in select regions. Either way, you'll get the same free, relevant, hands-on technical content delivered by experienced developers. Register today.
January 23, 2010
Tech-ed North America, June 7-10, 2010
Microsoft Tech·Ed 2010, in New Orleans, LA, is the premier technology event of the year for IT professionals and developers. It’s the forum to gain the expertise, connections, and insights to help you get more from existing IT investments. Immerse yourself in hundreds of IT learning opportunities and ask your toughest questions to renowned technology experts, distinguished speakers, and community influencers.
January 22, 2010
Partner Academy Live Webcasts
Join Partner Academy Live webcasts to learn about upcoming product launches, sales and competitive strategy, best practices, how to leverage Microsoft resources, and a host of other valuable topics delivered via Live Meeting by experts. You can’t afford to miss out!
December 21, 2009
Microsoft Dynamics Convergence on April 24-27, 2010
Convergence is the premier Microsoft Dynamics event where you can experience the Microsoft Dynamics community in action. This event, from April 24 – 27, 2010 in Atlanta, offers you a unique opportunity to network with your peers, partners, Microsoft team members, and industry experts together to share ideas and knowledge—all in one place. You’ll experience first-hand how you can use the power of Microsoft Dynamics and the full range of Microsoft products to optimize your business and improve your bottom line—now and in the future. Learn more.
December 21, 2009
International Consumer Electronics Show on Jan. 7-10, 2010
The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), held from Jan. 7-10, 2010 in Las Vegas, is the world's largest consumer technology tradeshow. It features 2,700 exhibitors, including companies who manufacture products or provide services for the audio, digital imaging, home theater, wireless, content, and gaming markets. The International CES reaches across global markets, connects the industry, and enables innovations to grow and thrive. Learn more.
November 25, 2009
Register for BPOS Webinar on Dec. 3
Join this webinar on Dec. 3, 11AM PST to learn how your organization can use Microsoft's Business Productivity Online Suite (BPOS) to build a comprehensive business solution. During the webinar, we will demonstrate a solution to a common business problem: how new employees can hit the ground running day one, instead of sitting around twiddling their thumbs, waiting for network credentials. You will learn how BPOS leverages hosted SharePoint, Exchange and Office Communicator to streamline the new hire on-boarding process. Register today!
November 16, 2009
Microsoft Professional Developers Conference on November 17-19, 2009
See the future of developer technology at the Professional Developers Conference (PDC) held in the Los Angeles Convention Center. Attendees come from around the world to learn about the future of Microsoft developer technology directly from the people who make it happen. Since 1991, the PDC has been the epicenter of Microsoft’s biggest platform announcements. This year, you’ll hear more details about our services platform, Windows, the Web, and our next generation of developer tools. If you’re a developer, architect, or technology leader, the PDC is for you.
Stay in touch with conference news and events using these resources:
Visit the PDC website for news, information and to watch live streaming coverage from the event. Follow the latest conversations on Twitter at www.twitter.com/pdc09 and www.twitter.com/ch9live – join the conversation using #pdc09. See images on Flickr using the pdc09 tag, or follow PDC on Facebook.
November 13, 2009
Online Services Webinar on Nov. 17
Register today for the webinar, Getting Your Directory and Mail Content Into Microsoft Online Services: An Overview. The first of a series of webinars on migration, you will learn different onboarding strategies used to get directory and mail content into Microsoft Online Services.
October 6, 2009
Heartland Area Partner Connection Series
Are you wondering how you can increase your partnership with Microsoft or better understand what partnership opportunities are available? Would you like to learn about local resources available to you as a Microsoft Partner? The Microsoft U.S. Heartland Area Team is hosting a series of in-person events designed to answer these questions and more. Learn more.
October 2, 2009
2009 PASS Summit Unite Conference on November 2-5, 2009
Join thousands of SQL Server professionals at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center in Seattle for PASS Summit Unite 2009, the largest and most intensive Microsoft SQL Server conference in the world. Since the first conference in 1999, the PASS Summit has grown to become the premier SQL Server event, delivering the most technical sessions, the highest-rated speakers, and unparalleled access to SQL Server development, customer service, and support teams. Learn to do your job better, faster – right away. Register now.
October 2, 2009
Microsoft SharePoint Conference on October 19-22, 2009
Don’t miss the 2009 Microsoft SharePoint Conference at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. You can be the first to learn about SharePoint 2010 and the improvements to the platform, and how to implement your investment quickly and seamlessly. Or, you can improve and expand your skills with SharePoint Server 2007. You'll also have ample opportunities to network with technical and industry experts, including many of the Microsoft staff that helped build SharePoint. Register Now.
