19th Annual Software Development Conference & Expo West 2006 Returns to Santa Clara Convention Center, March 13-17
March 01 2006 - 8:00AM
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Top Software Developers Gather for Training on Latest Technologies,
Tools and Trends; Conference to Feature Over 200 Classes, Packed
Exhibit Floor and Visionary Keynote Speakers SAN FRANCISCO, March 1
/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CMP Media today announced the program
line-up for its Software Development Conference & Expo West (SD
West 2006) (http://www.sdexpo.com/), returning to the Santa Clara
Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA, March 13-17. Now in its 19th
year, the conference will gather the software development
industry's top experts, visionaries and well-known technology gurus
from all corners of the development world. Attendees will enjoy a
comprehensive mix of training on the latest languages, tools,
technologies and trends, special events and a packed exhibit floor.
Conference highlights include a new Business of Software Track, a
stellar list of keynote addresses by industry leaders such as
cryptography and security expert Bruce Schneier, the 16th annual
Software Development Jolt Awards, and the Dr. Dobb's Journal
Excellence in Programming Award. SD West will feature over 200
classes and tutorials in 12 technical tracks. Conference tracks
will focus on the latest technologies being discussed by the
industry's most innovative minds, including a C++ tutorial by
Bjarne Stroustrup & Herb Sutter, and classes on Java
Programming, Modeling & Design, XML Development, Security and
more. "We are excited to showcase the latest and greatest
innovations in software development at this year's SD West," said
Stan Barnes, SD event group director of CMP Media. "With this
year's impressive slate of classes, special events, and an exhibit
floor packed with the industry's top companies, SD West is a
must-attend event for Silicon Valley's leading developers."
Software Development's 16th Annual Jolt Awards (March 15) SD West
presents the Jolt Awards, hosted by the editors of Software
Development. For the past 15 years, the Software Development Jolt
Product Excellence and Productivity Awards have been presented
annually to showcase products that have "jolted" the industry with
their significance, and made the task of creating software faster,
easier, and more efficient. Winners will be featured in the June
2006 issue of Software Development magazine. For more information
on the Jolt Awards, visit:
http://www.sdmagazine.com/jolts/2005categories.html . Dr. Dobb's
Journal Excellence in Programming Awards (March 15) Presented
annually to an individual who has made significant and lasting
contributions to the advancement of software development. Business
of Software Track New to SD West is the Business of Software Track,
highlighting financial resources, legal issues and other strategic,
need-to-know information for entrepreneurs starting their own
software companies. The three-day program includes courses like
"Risk versus Consequence" and "Capturing the Vision &
Developing the Plan," plus lessons on how to launch a start-up,
present to a venture capitalist, create a strong manageable team,
and patent new software. Expo Floor (March 14-16) Sponsored by
Microsoft, IBM and Progress Software, the SD West exhibit floor
will feature 55 of the industry's biggest players, showcasing their
latest products and innovations. For more information, plus a
complete list of exhibitors, visit
http://www.sdexpo.com/2006/west/expo.htm . Full program of Keynote
Addresses SD West keynotes continue to prove that the profession of
software development embodies innovation, imagination and the
constant pursuit of perfection. Conference keynotes include: --
Steve McConnell, award-winning author and chief software engineer
at Construx Software, will identify "The 10 Most Important Ideas in
Software Development" (March 13, 12:15 p.m.). -- Dr. Lee R.
Nackman, IBM rational vice president, product development and
customer support, will present on "IT Governance: What it Means,
Why You Should Care, and How It Can Help You" (March 14, 12:15
p.m.) -- Bruce Schneier, internationally renowned security expert
and best- selling author addresses "What Works, What Doesn't, and
Why" (March 15, 5:30 p.m.) -- Rick LaPlante, general manager for
Visual Studio Team System, Microsoft, presents "Visual Studio 2005
Team Foundation Server: Increasing Your Teams Collaboration,
Quality and Productivity" (March 16, 12:30 p.m.) -- Felipe Cabrera,
vice president, software development, Amazon Web Services,
describes "How Artificial Intelligence Could Change the Web" (March
16, 5:30 p.m.) -- Robert C. Martin, president, Object Mentor, Inc.
addresses "The Prime Directive of Software Development: Always Make
Progress - Never Be Blocked" (March 17, 12:15 p.m.) Special Events
-- On March 14, Boondoggle Films will show an exclusive screening
of their new documentary Aardvark'd: 12 Weeks with Geeks, a film on
designing, developing and debugging new software from scratch. --
Industry renowned experts in the area of MDA, Software Factories,
Agile Model Driven Development and more will participate in The
Model Driven Development Face-Off Panel on March 15th to discuss
different approaches of this widely popular industry topic. About
CMP Media's Software Development Group The SD Events Group is
dedicated to the design and production of world- class events that
focus on the education, training and support of software
development teams working toward the successful deployment of
software applications and services. For the past 19 years, the SD
Events Group has provided the forum where the best and brightest
gather to learn about the next big thing. Whether it was C++, OOP,
Java, COM, UML, XML or Web services, SD was there first, providing
professional software development teams high- quality content,
delivered by the industry's leading experts. SD West brings
together all the major players in the software development
community. The curriculum combines the best of traditional and
next-generation development in a language neutral, platform neutral
environment. About CMP Media ( http://www.cmp.com/ ) Through its
market-leading portfolio of trusted information brands in the
technology, healthcare and entertainment industries, CMP Media has
earned the confidence of more professionals and enthusiasts in
these fields than any other media company. As a result, CMP is the
premier provider of access, insight and actionable programs
designed to connect sellers and buyers in each of these industries
in ways that yield superior return on investment. CMP Media is a
subsidiary of United Business Media (
http://www.unitedbusinessmedia.com/ ), a global provider of news
distribution and specialist information services with a market
capitalization of more than $3 billion. Contact: Julia
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