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Guide to integrating Silverlight with SharePoint 2007, covering custom field types, branding, web parts, data interaction, deployment, and debugging basics.
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Join developers in Glasgow on 2nd May for Developer Day Scotland 2, featuring talks from returning and new speakers on software development and technology topics.
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Microsoft has released Internet Explorer 8 Release Candidate 1, featuring performance improvements and bug fixes ahead of the browser’s final version.
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A user-friendly Microsoft Answers forum for Windows Vista, offering clear, non-technical help on updates, hardware, networking, security, performance, and more.
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Get 25GB of free online storage with SkyDrive, integrated with Windows Live services for easy file sharing, photo management, and contact connectivity.
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Automates notifications for Team Foundation Server 2008 work item changes, removing the need for manual alerts. Includes a framework for custom event handler development.
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Step-by-step guide to installing Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR, including prerequisites, uninstalling old versions, and new project options.
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Developer Day Scotland returns on 2 May 2009, bringing together software developers for talks, networking, and community events in Scotland’s tech scene.
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Manage and clone TFS projects across servers, enhance disaster recovery, and access advanced features for improved application lifecycle management (ALM).
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Overview of the latest Power Tools release for Visual Studio Team System 2008 Team Foundation Server, highlighting new features and improvements for ALM and TFS customisation.
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A personal reflection on an interview with author David Webber, discussing his works and passion for the military science fiction genre.
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Highlights the value of people from non-traditional backgrounds, like helpdesk professionals, sharing their knowledge and experiences through blogging.
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The release candidate for Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR offers upgrade support to RTM, with setup files, documentation, and user manuals available.
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Tracks and analyses your software usage, providing detailed statistics on application activity and allowing users to join teams or view individual app stats.
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Provides key statistics on Team Foundation Server usage, including user activity, work items, version control, builds, and recent command counts for project tracking.
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Recognition as a Microsoft Team System MVP, highlighting the award’s significance, annual renewal, and acknowledgment of peers in the Application Lifecycle Management field.
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Download and try the latest Windows Live Wave 3 beta applications, including Messenger and Writer, with options for web or full local installation in multiple languages.
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Team Build Error

Explains troubleshooting a confusing MS Build error in a mixed Visual Studio 2005/2008 environment, resolved by updating GDR and Business Intelligence components.
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Found GDR Bug: At least I think it is.

Describes a bug in GDR and Data Dude where SQL views using derived tables cause unresolved reference errors, impacting database project development and validation.
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Visual Studio 2008 and the GDR CTP16

Discusses issues with Visual Studio 2008 GDR CTP16 handling complex stored procedure dependencies during database import, and challenges faced when uninstalling the GDR.
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TFS Sticky Buddy Update

The latest update fixes login issues when no domain is entered and improves handling of large work item lists in TFS Sticky Buddy version 1.6.
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Compatibility view in IE8

Explains how IE8’s Compatibility View lets users easily switch to IE7 mode for better website display, with the feature appearing only on certain sites.
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Cool new feature in IE8

Internet Explorer 8 introduces enhanced address bar features, making it easier and faster to find and revisit websites for improved browsing efficiency.
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Installing Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2

Provides download links, installation guidance, and updates for Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2 on various Windows versions, plus resources for IT professionals and businesses.
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LINQ to XSD

Explains how to use LINQ to XSD in C# to generate classes from XSD files, including setup steps, project configuration, and integration with MSBuild.
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WPF Threading

Learn how to handle multi-threading with ObservableCollection in WPF, including solutions for cross-thread collection binding and practical tips for .NET developers.
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What to do when you dont have a working computer!

Tips for staying productive without a computer, including using mobile devices for web browsing, writing, and software tasks when your main PC is unavailable.
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If you had a choice!

A poll asking .NET developers which Windows operating system they prefer for running Visual Studio 2008, including XP, Vista, and Server 2008 options.
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Problems with Team Explorer after installed Visual Studio 2008 SP1 RTM

Describes a Team Explorer error after installing Visual Studio 2008 SP1 RTM, troubleshooting steps taken, and issues with accessing version control features.
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Updating to Visual Studio 2008 SP1

Guidance on upgrading from Visual Studio 2008 SP1 Beta to SP1, including required tools, steps, and downloads for both Visual Studio and .NET Framework 3.5.
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.NET Service Manager

A tool for managing and integrating local and remote services in .NET applications, enabling easy creation of client-side APIs for web services and components.
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Hosted Sticky Buddy

Access a hosted version of TFS Sticky Buddy, requiring .NET 3.5 and Team Explorer 2008, with fast performance and ClickOnce deployment for easy installation.
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RDdotNET

A portal for hosting and sharing .NET tools and ClickOnce applications, including TFS Sticky Buddy and TFS Event Handler, with links to related resources and a blog.
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Messenger United

A web app enabling integration between Microsoft Messenger, LinkedIn, and Facebook, supporting third-party sync and part of Microsoft’s Connected Systems initiative.
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Error creating listener in Team Build

Explains how to resolve AddressAccessDeniedException when running tests in Team Build by granting the Build Agent service account permission to create IIS listeners.
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OutSync with proxy servers

Explains how to configure .NET applications, like OutSync, to work with proxy servers by editing the config file for proxy authentication and connectivity.
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