The next generation of Visual Studio contains the new version of the .NET Framework 2.0 that enables an easier and more robust programming model. In these sessions we will cover these new programming models and how they can be used to develop a variety of applications. This session will cover in depth the .NET Framework 2.0 and how it enables the easy creation of business objects and Web Services. Robbins will explore new features of the Framework that include generics, and Web Service Enhancements. In addition he will cover the Team System Foundation Services. This new enterprise class programming system enables application developers to unit test and manage their applications through a series of built-in designers. Finally, he will cover the new features of SQL Server 2005 and how it can be used to enhance your applications and provide a more scalable platform. Anyone who are currently developing applications or are new to the .NET Framework and Web services, these tutorials will be great learning assets. Robbins will start with the basics of these new development tools, gradually building into the more advanced features of the Team System and SQL Server.

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Thom Robbins is a senior technology specialist with Microsoft. He is a frequent contributor to various magazines, including .NET Developer's Journal and Web Services Journal. Thom is also a frequent speaker at a variety of events.