Software+Services is the next logical step in the evolution of software development and represents an exciting growth opportunity for ISVs.By leveraging the Software+Services model, you can expand service offerings and generate new revenue streams.   Explore numerous options to fit your business by:Add...

Updated pricing has been announced for the Windows Azure platform AppFabric.  AppFabric helps developers connect cloud and on-premises applications.  Based on feedback from the CTP process, we made the pricing simpler and more predictable.  Service Bus is priced at $3.99 per connection-month, and Access...

In Bob Muglia’s keynote at the PDC, Cameron Skinner presented a demo focused on some of the most exciting new features coming in Visual Studio 2010, .NET Framework 4 and the server platform.  The demo was built to align with the following release announcements:ASP.NET MVC 2 BetaWindows Identity Foundation...

You are invited to attend Metro instructor led training events across the United States on Windows Azure.CityDatesLinkNew York, NYFebruary 24-26 Register Dallas, TXMarch 23-25Register San Jose, CAApril 7-9 Register Microsoft is pleased to announce a Metro Instructor Led Training event focused on developers...

Have you seen the changes to the Pinpoint site?  With a new home page design, the addition of an applications marketplace and special sections highlighting companies and professional services, Pinpoint helps you showcase your innovations and expertise.  New features help you attract more customers and...

As another benefit for Metro participants, the Services Evangelism Team continues to deliver Live Meetings you directly via Metro.  Participants in the Windows Azure Metro Connect program are automatically invited to the events.If you are working on Windows Azure, ask your ISV Architect Evangelist to...

You are invited to join in the Deep Dive Lab for Windows Azure and SQL Azure.  Bring your application and bring back a proof of concept or work closely with the product team on a new feature.The event is held on Microsoft Campus in Redmond, WA from January 25-28.The event is for Microsoft Partners and...

The roadmap of moving Windows Azure from community technology preview (CTP) to released product has been announced.  For your planning purposes, these are the key stages of the transition:At PDC 2009 on November 17, 2009, a number of new features in Windows Azure will be made available for the first...

Here are some links to help you through the critical path to adopting Windows Azure platform.The Business Case/DecisionFor Technical and Business Decision MakersInside the Business ModelGet the Tools to develop for AzureDownload the SDKSDK @ Discover, Develop, DeployWalkthroughsIssues and ConstraintsOverview...

Here are links to resources available for Windows Azure:What is Cloud Computing?Cloud Computing ExplainedElectricity and Cloud ComputingWhat is Windows Azure platform?Read the WhitepaperWatch a videoVisit the siteWindows Azure OverviewRead the WhitepaperWatch a videoAzure Compute OverviewAzure Storage...

Microsoft is offering a special discount for Metro Early Adoption Participants to attend this year’s Professional Developers Conference (PDC) on November 17- 19 in Los Angeles.Effective immediately, we are DOUBLING the PDC offer for Metro participants.  Specifically, for those that register with our...

You are invited to the Windows Azure Platform Deep Dive Lab.  Bring your Windows Azure application and meet with product teams to build out a solution over the four-day event.  This is not a developer training event but an opportunity for you to focus on your application and get the expertise you need...

Those ISV partners who are enrolled in Metro are eligible for a $500 discount if you register for PDC before October 13.Contact the PDC09 Registration Team for eligibility verification and to receive a discount code.  Contact your ISV Architect Evangelist to be enrolled in the Metro 2010 early adopter...

If you have a compelling application that lights up the new features in Windows 7, Internet Explorer 8, or Windows Azure, your ISV Architect Evangelist can nominate you as a Windows 7 Lighthouse application.  Corporate team supports the prospect lighthouse wins with development financing, direct technical...

Microsoft has just announced over 25 new PDC sessions.  For more information on these and other sessions, click here.  Register before September 15 and save $500 here.Here’s a list of the sessions just announced:Advanced Diagnostics, Historical Debugging and Test AutomationAdvanced Microsoft SQL Server...

You are invited to join Dave Chappell when he discusses the Windows Azure platform and what it means for ISVs, custom software development firms and your enterprise customers.  The topics he’ll cover include:An overview of the Windows Azure platform:  Technology and business modelThe cloud platform...

Managed ISVs are invited to attend a Windows Azure Platform “Deep Dive” Lab at the Microsoft campus in Redmond, WA from September 28-October 1 at the Platform Adoption Center.A Deep Dive enables you to work on the scenario of your choice with experts from the Microsoft development teams.  This is not...

You can register now for Professional Developers Conference (PDC) and save $500 for the full conference pass.  Discounts expire on September 15.PDC is being held at the Los Angeles Convention Center.  Workshops are scheduled on November 16; Conference runs from November 17-19.  One-day and pre-conference...

The next wave of technology in FY10 is ramping up on these technologies:Client:  Silverlight, Windows 7, Windows Mobile, SurfaceProductivity:  Office 2010, SharePoint 2010, Unified Communications, Dynamics CRM 5Server:  Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows HPC Server 2008, SQL Server 2008 R2Services:  Windows...

Save the date for Professional Developers Conference (PDC) at the Los Angeles Convention Center.  The conference will be held on November 17-19.  Workshops are scheduled on November 16.Registration is discounted through September 15.  Sign up now for the PDC mailing list.Professional Developers Conference...

The business and partner model for Azure Services Platform was announced at Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC09).Microsoft will offer Windows Azure, SQL Azure and .NET Services for purchase through a consumption-based pricing model, allowing partners and customers to pay only for the services that they...

Microsoft plans to open a 700,000 square foot Chicago, IL datacenter on July 20.  The datacenter is the third in the US.  Two datacenters have already opened.  The one in San Antonio, TX is a 477,000 square foot facility that opened in September 2008.  The other is the 500,000 square foot datacenter...

A new Microsoft partner program, called Microsoft Partner Network, will be announced at Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC).  WPC09 will be held July 13-16 in New Orleans, LA.Microsoft Partner Network is based on our continued commitment to serve the needs of our partners and help them reach their full...

The business details for Windows Azure will be announced at Worldwide Partner Conference.  Corporate Vice President Allison Watson said the financial details and how partners can help sell Azure will be released at the conference which runs July 13-16 in New Orleans, LA.Click here for more details about...

Managed partners attending Worldwide Partner Conference are invited to attend a special briefing on Azure Services Platform.  If you are interested in attending, let your ISV Architect Evangelist know so they can extend an invitation for you to join.

Microsoft Code Name “Geneva”, our open platform that dramatically simplifies user access and secure collaboration across organizational boundaries, has entered Beta 2.Geneva has three parts.  You can download Beta 2 code for all three components of “Geneva”.The “Geneva” Server for IT professionals to...

We would like to offer you the opportunity to attend an Azure Services Platform “Deep Dive” Lab at the Microsoft Campus in Redmond, WA on June 22-25.  The Deep Dive is offered through Metro.A Deep Dive Lab enables you to work on the scenario of your choice with experts from Microsoft development teams....

Azure Services Platform Training Kit and Azure Services Management Kit have been updated in April. The Azure Services Platform Training Kit now includes samples for Windows Azure, .NET Services, SQL Services and Live Services.  It adds PHP and unmanaged code samples.  There are 11 labs, updated walkthroughs,...

The fifth coding milestone of .NET Services, part of the Azure Services Platform, has been released to the web.This CTP makes further enhancements to our support for web standards and interoperability and makes it simpler for developers to connect cloud applications and services across platforms.  Specifically,...

Please join us for the 7th Annual Microsoft Enterprise Developer and Industry Solutions Conference 2009 where you will learn about solutions in Microsoft technologies relevant to the Financial Services and Health & Life Sciences industries.  This two day event will be held in New York, NY on May 5-6.The...

An update to the Azure Services Platform was announced at MIX09.The announcement included Windows Azure support for full trust .NET applications to increase developer flexibility, support of native code and non-.NET language support via FastCGI.  In addition, the ability to specify geo-location for...

Windows Azure will be ready by the end of the calendar year.  CEO Steve Ballmer told financial analysts that Microsoft will have “the ability to go to market” with Windows Azure by the time of Professional Developers Conference (PDC) in November 2009.Windows Azure is one of the technologies in the Azure...

The Developer & Platform Evangelism team at Microsoft is excited to provide this intensive developer training to our partners and customers as part of the Metro for Azure Services program on February 3-5 in Waltham, MA.  Click here to register.This three-day event will explain Microsoft’s Services Platform...

Explore the future of the Web with fellow developers and designers at MIX09, March 18-20, 2009 at The Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas.  You can save $400 off when you register by February 13.  Details are on the registration page.Now in its fourth year, MIX is a unique technology conference that connects...

Special offerings are available to early adopters of Live Services or Live Mesh including raising awareness of your application worldwide, presence at MIX09 and developer support.  Be sure to let your ISV Architect Evangelist know about your interest in Live.Live Services enables businesses to:Drive...

Channel 9 presents a set of videocasts of presentations from Professional Developers Conference.  If you attended, you can see sessions you might not have been able to catch or if you didn’t attend, catch up on what all the buzz is about.Here’s a list of

Your developers are invited to attend the MSDN Developer Conference  for a glimpse into the future of the Microsoft Application Platform.  You will experience Microsoft’s vision for Cloud Computing and building applications that seamlessly bridge the gaps between PC, Web and phone.  Be among the first...

Windows Azure and Azure Services Platform were announced at PDC2008.  Attend this training to get hands on experience developing with the Windows Azure, Live Services, .NET Services and SQL Services.Build new applications in the cloud or use interoperable