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Stay updated with the latest industry insights, tool reviews, and emerging trends in technology and management practices.

Explore the latest developments and evaluations in technology and management methodologies. Posts delve into tools, literature, and trends, emphasising practical applications and insights from thought leaders. Topics include workflow optimisation, team dynamics, performance metrics, and the impact of emerging technologies on organisational effectiveness.

Agile Scotland 2023: Why does this matter to you and why should people come to the event?

Join Martin Hinshelwood as he highlights why Agile Scotland 2023 is a must-attend event for anyone in Scotland’s agile community!
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Are office spaces dead

Join Martin and Simon in this month’s Agile Actually as they discuss the future of remote work and its impact on agile training and consulting.
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Seasons Greetings & Upcoming Professional Scrum training classes

Exciting news for 2023! Naked Agility expands with new trainers, a growing community, and enhanced training classes. Join us for a transformative experience!
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11th April 2020 - Office Hours \ Ask Me Anything

Join Martin, a Scrum Trainer and Azure DevOps MVP, for an engaging AMA on DevOps and Agility. Ask your questions live or submit them privately!
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Introducing Kanban for Professional Scrum Teams

Discover how to integrate Kanban with Scrum in our Professional Scrum with Kanban training. Enhance your team’s workflow and earn your PSK certification!
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Round up for 2017 and beyond: Agility, DevOps, and Everything In-between

Explore insights from 2017’s top conferences on Agility and DevOps. Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares experiences and valuable training opportunities.
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VSTS Sync Migration Tool Update and Bugfix

Discover the latest updates and bug fixes for the VSTS Sync Migration Tool, enhancing your TFS and VSTS experience. Streamline your project migrations today!
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Government Cloud First policy

Explore the UK Government’s Cloud First policy and its impact on public sector cloud adoption. Discover how cloud solutions drive business agility and digital transformation.
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The High of Release

Explore the new web-based Release Management tools from Microsoft, designed to enhance DevOps and streamline your release pipelines for engineering excellence.
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It's that time again; get ready to upgrade to TFS 2015

Prepare for the TFS 2015 upgrade! Discover essential strategies and tips to ensure a smooth transition before support for TFS 2010 ends. Don’t wait!
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ALM Events and public courses in 2015 Q2

Join Martin Hinshelwood for live online ALM training courses in Q2 2015, covering DevOps, Scrum, and project management. Enhance your skills today!
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Should I upgrade to TFS 2013 Update 2?

Discover the benefits of upgrading to TFS 2013 Update 2. Explore new features in backlog, test, and release management to enhance your development process!
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Team Foundation server 2013 Update 2 RC is coming, are you ready?

Get ready for TFS 2013 Update 2 RC! Join Microsoft’s Upgrade Weekend for expert support and discover new features to enhance your development experience.
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Visual Studio 2013 and TFS 2013 are released, get yours now! Oh and Windows 8.1…

Discover the powerful features of Visual Studio 2013 and TFS 2013, now available for download! Upgrade your development experience with the latest tools.
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Review Part 3: Two Months with Intel Haswell Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook

Explore my two-month journey with the Intel Haswell Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook, highlighting performance, battery life, and Windows 8.1 updates. Read more!
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What's new in Visual Studio 2013 and TFS 2013 RC

Discover the latest features in Visual Studio 2013 and TFS 2013 RC. Enhance your development experience with powerful tools and agile improvements!
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Review Part 2: Developing with Intel Haswell Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook

Explore the Intel Haswell Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook in this detailed review. Discover its performance, features, and tips for developers using Windows 8.
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The great Team Foundation Server 2013 Upgrade Weekend

Join the Team Foundation Server 2013 Upgrade Weekend on Sept 13-15 for expert support in upgrading and configuring TFS 2013. RSVP now for a smooth transition!
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Review Part 1: Unboxing the Intel Haswell Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook

Unbox the Intel Haswell Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook in this detailed review. Discover its features, performance, and why it’s a must for developers!
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Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook Unbox

Join us as we unbox the Harris Beach SDS Ultrabook! Discover its sleek design and features. Full review at nakedalm.com/review-harris-beach-sds-ultrabook.
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Team Foundation Server 2013 is production ready

Discover why Team Foundation Server 2013 is production-ready! Learn about its agile journey, major improvements, and why you should upgrade now.
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Improvements in Visual Studio ALM from the ALM Summit

Discover the latest enhancements in Visual Studio ALM from the ALM Summit, including Git support, web-based test management, and Kanban improvements.
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The new normal of the modern application lifecycle

Explore the evolving landscape of software development in ‘The New Normal of the Modern Application Lifecycle’ and discover how to stay relevant in a fast-paced world.
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Visual Studio 2012 Launch RoadShows around the World

Join the Visual Studio 2012 Launch RoadShows in San Diego and Irvine to explore new development practices and elevate your software quality. Don’t miss out!
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Visual Studio 2012 RTM available & installed

Discover the benefits of upgrading to Visual Studio 2012 RTM. Learn about new features, installation tips, and how to enhance your development process.
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Do you have MSDN at work? Use Visual Studio Ultimate for free at home?

Unlock the full potential of your MSDN subscription! Discover how to use Visual Studio Ultimate for free at home and enhance your development skills.
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Visual Studio 11 Upgrade Health Check

Prepare for a smooth transition to Visual Studio 11 with our expert Health Check. Ensure your upgrade is seamless and unlock new features today!
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Announcing Visual Studio 11 Beta will launch on February 29th

Discover the launch of Visual Studio 11 Beta on February 29th! Learn why going live is safe and how Northwest Cadence can support your development journey.
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Introduction to Visual Studio 11

Explore the features of Visual Studio 11 and TFS Preview with insights, demos, and tips from Martin Hinshelwood. Stay updated on modern development tools!
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Scrum with Visual Studio 11: Creating a Scrum team identity

Discover how to create a Scrum team identity with Visual Studio 11. Enhance your workflow and collaboration in this insightful guide by Martin Hinshelwood.
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Free training at Northwest Cadence

Discover free training sessions at Northwest Cadence! Join engaging Coffee Talks to enhance your skills in ALM and Quality Assurance. Don’t miss out!
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Commit to Visual Studio ALM on Area51

Join the Visual Studio ALM community on Area51! Help us reach the commitment stage and shape the future of ALM discussions. Your vote matters!
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Scott Guthrie in Glasgow

Join Scott Guthrie in Glasgow as he unveils the latest in Visual Studio 2010, Silverlight 4, and Windows Phone 7. Discover key insights and innovations!
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Visual Studio 2010 Beta 2 is available Now!

Discover the new features of Visual Studio 2010 Beta 2 now available for download! Simplify your development process with enhanced tools and editions.
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Silverlight 3

Discover the insights from ‘Silverlight 3 Programmer’s Reference’ by Wrox. Enhance your coding skills with this concise, colorful guide to Silverlight 3!
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Microsoft MyPhone service available to the public

Discover Microsoft’s MyPhone service, now public! Sync your mobile with the web for easy access to contacts, photos, and more. Explore the future of mobile backup!
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Visual Studio 2010 Supports UML

Discover how Visual Studio 2010 enhances UML support, making it easier for developers to integrate design into their coding workflow. Explore the features now!
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Visual Studio Team System 2010 Beta 1 Ships

Discover the features of Visual Studio Team System 2010 Beta 1, now available for download. Enhance your development experience with powerful new tools!
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Data Dude R2 is out!

Discover the new features of Data Dude R2, enhancing SQL 2008 support for database developers. Upgrade now for improved performance and efficiency!
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I hope you did not pay for Microsoft Office Sharepoint Designer 2007

Discover how to get Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007 for free! Save money and enhance your business tools without the hassle of purchasing.
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Internet Explorer 8 Release Candidate 1 (RC1)

Discover the features of Internet Explorer 8 Release Candidate 1. Explore performance improvements and fixes that enhance your browsing experience!
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Learning more about Visual Studio 2008

Discover the free learning initiative for Visual Studio 2008 and enhance your skills with the MSDN Ramp Up Program. Sign up now to stay ahead!
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Managing the “VSTS Developers” LinkedIn group.

Discover how to effectively manage the VSTS Developers LinkedIn group with insights from MVPs Ed Blankenship and Michael Ruminer for enhanced collaboration.
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Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR has been released!

Discover the new Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR, featuring enhanced scalability, extensibility, and a standalone deployment engine. Download now!
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The great Xbox update

Discover the exciting new Xbox Live experience in this update! Get ready for fresh features and a smoother gaming journey. Don’t miss out!
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Visual Studio Team System 2008 Team Foundation Server Power Tools

Discover the latest Power Tools for Visual Studio Team System 2008. Enhance your development experience with insights from MVP Martin Hinshelwood!
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Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR RC (release candidate)

Discover the Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR RC, featuring an upgrade path to RTM and essential documentation for developers. Download now!
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Hosted TFS, and cheap….from Phase2

Discover affordable hosted TFS solutions from Phase2, featuring full support and custom bundles. Enhance your team’s productivity without contracts!
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Development and Database combined

Discover the exciting merger of Visual Studio Team Editions for Developers and Database Developers, enhancing your development experience. Learn more!
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Team System MVP

Join Martin Hinshelwood as he celebrates becoming a Team System MVP, sharing insights and gratitude for this prestigious recognition in the tech community.
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Ooooh, RTM Delight

Discover the latest in Visual Studio 2008 and Team Foundation Server 2008 with performance boosts and new features that enhance your development experience!
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Messenger United

Discover Messenger United, an innovative application enhancing LinkedIn sync and integrating Microsoft services for seamless connectivity. Explore its features now!
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TFS Event Handler Update

Discover the latest updates to the TFS Event Handler, fixing bugs and enhancing performance. Download now and improve your development workflow!
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Post event: Developer Day Scotland...

Discover insights from Developer Day Scotland, featuring expert talks on ADO.NET, Anti-Patterns, and Test Driven Development. Join the conversation!
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TFS Stick Buddy v0.4.0 CTP2 released

Discover the latest TFS Stick Buddy v0.4.0 CTP2 release! Customize your work item display and enhance your project management experience. Download now!
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Developer joins TFS Sticky Buddy project

Exciting news as Eric Willeke joins the TFS Sticky Buddy project! Discover how this addition aims to enhance development and tackle complex coding challenges.
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Community Credit and GeeksWithBlogs up a tree...

Discover the exciting integration of GeeksWithBlogs and Community Credit! Celebrate this union and explore the benefits for the blogging community.
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TFS Event Handler gets 3 stars from Accentient

Discover how the TFS Event Handler earned 3 stars from Accentient, showcasing its popularity and impact in the TFS community. Explore the details now!
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Event: MSDN: SharePoint for Developers (Edinburgh)

Discover insights from the MSDN event on SharePoint for Developers in Edinburgh, featuring key takeaways on WSS3.0 and MOSS 2007 for all skill levels.
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Get your RTM here!

Discover the official release of Visual Studio 2008 and .NET 3.5! Join the excitement and learn how to transition to the full version seamlessly.
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Microsoft does indeed listen

Discover how Microsoft is evolving TFS with hosted options, addressing user needs, and enhancing project management features. Join the conversation!
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Hosted Team Foundation Server

Explore the challenges of Hosted Team Foundation Server and discover solutions for project partitioning. Learn about TFS Now and upcoming improvements!
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Microsoft's internal uptake of Team Foundation Server

Explore Microsoft’s internal adoption of Team Foundation Server, showcasing its impact on development teams and the future of Visual Studio. Discover more!
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Team System Web Access finally released

Discover the release of Team System Web Access, featuring enhanced stability and new features. Learn how it improves TFS usability for developers!
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TFS Event Handler: Prototype Released

Discover the prototype release of the TFS Event Handler by Martin Hinshelwood. Get ready to configure and extend your TFS experience with this innovative tool!
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HTC Touch

Discover the HTC Touch, a groundbreaking competitor to the iPhone, blending functionality and style for mobile enthusiasts. Find out why it’s a must-have!
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Microsoft Surface: Wow

Discover the excitement of Microsoft Surface technology! Explore how this innovative device could revolutionize entertainment and your digital experience.
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Would anyone be interested in hosted Visual Studio Team System (LinkedIn Question)

Explore the potential of a hosted Visual Studio Team System for small businesses. Discover customization options and ease of management for your projects!
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Microsoft has acquired TeamPlain

Discover how Microsoft’s acquisition of TeamPlain offers free access to powerful tools for enhancing your Visual Studio 2005 experience. Download now!
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Microsoft UK Team System Blog

Discover insights from the Microsoft UK Team System Blog, where TFS experts share valuable tips and updates on ALM. Join the conversation today!
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Software Development Industrial Revolution

Explore the software development industrial revolution and learn how Team Foundation Server can enhance collaboration and speed in IT projects. Join the change!
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Visual Studio SP1 and Team System SP1 are Released!

Discover the latest updates with Visual Studio SP1 and Team System SP1! Get insights, download links, and bug fixes to enhance your development experience.
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Windows CardSpace gets Firefox support

Discover how Windows CardSpace now supports Firefox with a new plug-in, enhancing digital identity management. Download it today for seamless integration!
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