| Volume 13, Number 12: June 8, 2009 | | Top News | | The IIS Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Toolkit helps Web developers, hosting providers, and server administrators improve their sites' relevance in search results by recommending how to make them more search engine-friendly. The IIS SEO Toolkit Beta can be installed with the Microsoft Web Platform Installer 2.0 Beta for use with IIS 7.0 and IIS 7.5. | | | The SDL Process Template directly integrates the policy, process, and tools of the Security Development Lifecycle v4.1 into Visual Studio Team System 2008. It automates the creation of SDL requirements and recommendations in the familiar Visual Studio Team System development environment. It also provides auditable security requirements and project status, and provides data that allows you to assess the effectiveness of third-party security tools and demonstrate security return on investment. | | | Help us make sure the newsletter remains relevant and useful. It's fast - just 12 multiple-choice questions. | |
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Web Resources | | If you're a .NET developer and you want to write great client applications, you need to know XAML. XAMLfest Online is an opportunity to quickly get up to speed on XAML and related tools and technologies, through these recorded sessions. | Security for Developers Training | | Microsoft Press offers tools to help you succeed at work and at home. This free offer will deliver some of the best tips and tricks for Office and Windows directly to your inbox. | | | In this free online clinic you'll get an overview of the new and enhanced deployment, security, manageability, and performance features in Windows 7. | | | Second Shot provides a free retake offer if you fail your certification exam. Now you'll also get an eLearning collection for just US$35 (usually priced up to US$349). But hurry, offer ends on June 30, 2009. | Case Studies | | Since implementing its FAST ESP search solution in 2007, Platts has seen growth in registrations, a 50 percent increase in trial requests, and revenue is up 40 percent year over year. | | | Fullscope Scandinavia took advantage of its Microsoft Gold Certified Partner benefits to work closely with other Microsoft teams, helping secure the largest deal in Fullscope Scandinavia's history. | Partner News | | Are you an agile software practitioner? Complete the following salary survey prior to June 15, 2009. Responses are strictly confidential and respondents will receive results first. | | | The MSDN Flash is full of pointers to in-depth technical information that we encourage subscribers to forward to friends and co-workers. If you've received this issue from someone via e-mail and would like to receive the free MSDN Flash newsletter biweekly, all you have to do is register. | | |  | ____________  | | Webcasts & Online Events All times Pacific Time | | National and Global Events Microsoft Connected Health Conference June 10 - 12 Bellevue, WA Participate in business and technical sessions and view how technology can help shape the future of healthcare. Network with your peers and Microsoft executives. Use registration code CHCREG. Partnering Power at Worldwide Partner Conference 2009 July 13 - 16 New Orleans, LA Get the latest information and insights about Microsoft strategies and technologies directly from Microsoft leadership. Connect with other partners to explore opportunities and share best practices, and learn about the tools and resources to grow your business. | | |
