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Explore insightful reviews and discussions on tools, literature, and software that enhance team performance and foster effective workflows.

In-depth analyses and critiques of literature, tools, and software that enhance team dynamics and optimise workflows. Posts delve into methodologies, frameworks, and principles that support continuous improvement, effective collaboration, and evidence-based decision-making, drawing insights from renowned thought leaders and established practices in the field.

Professional Product Discovery and Validation Skills (PPDV) with a friend in September!

🚀 Last chance! Join our Product Validation Workshop with Dr. Joanna Plaskonka. Only 5 days left for a 50% member discount! Book now! 🎟️
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Unlocking the Power of Assumptions in Product Development: Why the PPDV Course is a Game-Changer

Unlock the secrets to impactful product development! Join me as I explore the importance of addressing assumptions and creating user-centred solutions.
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Introducing the Professional Product Validation and Discovery Workshop from Scrum.org

Join our Professional Product Validation and Discovery Workshop to master customer-centric development and validate your product ideas with expert guidance!
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Agile Kata and a whole lot more with facilitation, backlog management, and evidence based management!

Join our immersive Agile training this year! Explore PSPO, PSM, and PAL classes, plus new Skills and Agile Kata courses. Enrol now for 20% off!
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Change is easier with a friend: Buy 1, Get 1 FREE!

Kickstart 2024 with our Scrum training! Enrol in January and get a friend FREE. Elevate your Agile skills and boost team performance today!
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Unlock Your Potential in 2024: Master Scrum with NKDAgility - Exclusive 20% Discount!

Master Scrum in 2024 with NKD Agility! Join our expert-led courses and enjoy a 20% discount. Transform your skills and lead in an agile world!
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Stay Ahead of the Curve: How Continuous Learning Keeps You in the Top 10%

Unlock your potential and stay in the top 10%! Discover the power of continuous learning and practical tips to enhance your skills and opportunities.
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The Power of Continuous Learning for Product Owners

Unlock your potential as a product owner! Discover the power of continuous learning and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of product management. 🚀
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The Evolution of Agile Learning: Insights from Scrum.org's Webinar

Discover the future of Agile training with immersive learning insights from Scrum.org’s webinar. Enhance your skills and drive real change in your organization!
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The Art of Negotiation for Product Owners: Essential Skills to Master

Unlock essential negotiation skills for product owners! Learn strategies from an FBI expert to enhance your influence and success. Watch now!
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2024 Learning journeys and extending the learning process

Join our acclaimed immersive learning classes! Enjoy a 20% discount on all courses until April 2024. Elevate your skills with hands-on training!
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Mastering Product Backlog Management: Insights from the New Scrum.org Course

Discover Scrum.org’s new Product Backlog Management course with Martin Hinshelwood and learn to master backlog refinement for effective product goals!
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Where is consensus valuable and where does it kill great product development?

Explore the balance of consensus in product development! Discover when it fuels progress and when it stifles innovation. Join Martin for insights! 🚀
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Mastering Product Ownership: Unlocking the Secrets to Effective Product Management in Agile Teams

Unlock the secrets of effective product management! Discover how a strong product owner can transform your team’s success and drive exceptional results.
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How good is the APSPO course in helping leaders determine product direction and Why?

Discover how the PSPO-A course empowers managers to transition from project to product leadership, enhancing product vision and team alignment in Agile.
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Why Pursuing Agile Certifications is Your Key to Career Advancement

Unlock your career potential in Agile and Scrum! Discover why certifications matter, how they validate your skills, and the path to continuous learning.
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Unlocking Success: How the Professional Scrum Product Owner Course Transforms Your Agile Journey

Unlock your potential as a Professional Scrum Product Owner! Join our immersive course to master agile practices, enhance team dynamics, and drive product success.
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Announcing Professional Agile Leadership with Evidence-Based Management Training (PAL-EBM) from Scrum.org

Join the Professional Agile Leadership with Evidence-Based Management Training from Scrum.org. Enhance your leadership skills and create tailored metrics for success!
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Become the leader that you were meant to to be

Unlock your leadership potential! Discover how to inspire and lead effectively in modern organizations. Become the leader you were meant to be!
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Professional Kanban Trainer for Applying Professional Kanban

Become a certified Professional Kanban Trainer with expert guidance from Martin Hinshelwood. Learn to optimize value flow and enhance your Scrum practices!
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Maximise Your Virtual Classroom Experience: Essential Tech Tips for Scrum Training

Unlock the secrets to effective virtual classrooms! Discover how Microsoft Teams and Mural can enhance your learning experience in my latest blog post.
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Professional Scrum Master Advanced (PSM-A) with Certification

Professional Scrum Master Advanced (PSM-A) with Certification
Professional Scrum Master Advanced (PSM-A) with Certification

Professional Scrum MasterTM II (PSM II) course is a 14h advanced Scrum Master class designed to support Scrum Masters in their professional development. The PSM II course is intended for Scrum Masters with at least one year of experience who are looking to grow their knowledge and abilities as a Scrum Master. This course is one step in that journey.

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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Professional Scrum with Kanban (PSK) with Certification

Professional Scrum with Kanban (PSK) with Certification
Professional Scrum with Kanban (PSK) with Certification

Professional ScrumTM with Kanban (PSK) is a 2-day course that teaches Scrum practitioners how to apply Kanban practices to their work. Through theory, case studies, and hands-on exercises, participants will understand the importance of transparency and flow as it pertains to the Scrum framework."

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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Managing your Azure VM's with your Phone

Manage your Azure VMs effortlessly with your phone! Discover how the Mobile Azure Manager app simplifies cloud management on the go. Save time and costs!
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The benefits of Visual Studio Online for the Enterprise

Discover the advantages of Visual Studio Online for enterprises. Learn how it enhances agility, streamlines processes, and supports cloud-based development.
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Traveling for work and the Dell Venue 8

Discover how the Dell Venue 8 enhances travel productivity for professionals. Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares tips and insights from his journeys.
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Professional Application Lifecycle Management with Visual Studio 2013

Discover the updated guide to Application Lifecycle Management with Visual Studio 2013. Enhance your software development with expert insights and new features!
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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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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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Professional Scrum Foundations coming to Glasgow, Scotland in November 2013

Join the Professional Scrum Foundations course in Glasgow this November 2013. Enhance your team’s understanding of Scrum and drive agile adoption effectively!
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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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Review: The Professional Scrum Masters Handbook

Explore the insights of ‘The Professional Scrum Masters Handbook’ with a critical review that highlights key takeaways for new Scrum Masters and Project Managers.
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The evolution of naked ALM with Pagelines DMS for Wordpress

Discover the evolution of naked ALM with Pagelines DMS for WordPress. Learn how to enhance your site’s customization and functionality effortlessly!
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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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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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Upgrading to Visual Studio Scrum 3.0 process template in TFS 2013

Upgrade your TFS 2013 with the Visual Studio Scrum 3.0 Process Template. Follow our simple steps to enhance your project management and agile practices!
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Naked ALM: starting with why and getting naked

Discover the essence of Application Lifecycle Management with Martin Hinshelwood. Learn to improve software delivery by starting with ‘why’ and embracing agility.
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Quality Centre to Team Foundation Server in one complex step

Discover effective tools for migrating from Quality Centre to Team Foundation Server. Explore options and find the best solution for your ALM needs!
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Upgrading to Team Foundation Server 2012 Update 1

Upgrade your Team Foundation Server to 2012 Update 1 effortlessly with our step-by-step guide. Ensure a smooth transition and enhance your development environment!
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Application lifecycle management with Office 2013 on Windows 8

Explore how Office 2013 enhances application lifecycle management on Windows 8, offering powerful tools for collaboration, reporting, and seamless integration.
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Testing in the modern application lifecycle

Explore modern manual testing in agile development. Learn to integrate tools and streamline processes for effective quality assurance in your application lifecycle.
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Get a free Team Companion licence for Visual Studio 2012 Launch?

Claim your free Team Companion license for Visual Studio 2012! Join the celebration and enhance your TFS experience with this powerful tool. Act fast!
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Requirement management in the modern application lifecycle with TFS

Explore effective requirement management in the modern application lifecycle with TFS. Discover tools and practices to enhance your team’s productivity.
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Visual Studio ALM by Martin Hinshelwood is now available on Kindle

Discover Martin Hinshelwood’s ‘Visual Studio ALM’ now on Kindle! Enhance your ALM knowledge and get insights delivered wirelessly to your device.
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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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Presenting Visual Studio ALM and upgrading TFS 2010 to TFS 2012 in production – Done

Discover how to successfully upgrade from TFS 2010 to TFS 2012 and unlock the full potential of Visual Studio ALM for your organization. Learn more!
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TFS Service Credential Viewer

Discover the TFS Service Credential Viewer to easily manage your Team Foundation Service credentials for automated connections. Simplify your workflow today!
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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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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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An adoption strategy for testing with Visual Studio 2010

Discover effective adoption strategies for Microsoft Test Manager in Visual Studio 2010. Enhance collaboration between developers and testers for better results!
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Testing with Test Professional 2010 and Visual Studio 2010 Ultimate

Join our Testing with Test Professional 2010 course to enhance your skills in Visual Studio ALM. Limited seats available for this remote training!
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Do you know about the Visual Studio 2010 Database Projects Guidance?

Discover essential guidance for Visual Studio 2010 Database Projects, enhancing your team’s database management and deployment strategies. Unlock your potential!
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Do you know about the Visual Studio 2010 Architecture Guidance?

Discover the Visual Studio 2010 Architecture Guidance! Enhance your development skills with practical tips, hands-on labs, and easy access to essential tools.
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Rangers shipped Visual Studio 2010 Database Guide

Unlock the potential of Visual Studio 2010 with the ALM Rangers’ Database Guide, featuring hands-on labs and practical tips for real-world projects.
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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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Installing Visual Studio 2010 Team Suit Beta 1

Discover how to install Visual Studio 2010 Team Suite Beta 1 with ease. Get tips on options, customization, and enjoy a smoother setup experience!
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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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Sharepoint 2007 and Silverlight

Explore the integration of SharePoint 2007 and Silverlight with insights from a practical guide. Perfect for beginners seeking to enhance their development skills!
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Visual Studio Team Test Quick Reference Guide 1.0

Discover essential insights in the Visual Studio Team Test Quick Reference Guide 1.0, your go-to resource for troubleshooting and optimizing testing processes.
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Windows Azure Training Kit

Explore the Windows Azure Training Kit, featuring hands-on labs and demos to master Azure services. Elevate your cloud skills with expert guidance!
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Head First Design Patterns

Discover how ‘Head First Design Patterns’ revolutionizes learning for developers, especially those with dyslexia, through engaging visuals and effective techniques.
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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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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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Least opportune time.

Frustrated by server outages while launching TFS Sticky Buddy v2.0? Join Martin Hinshelwood as he shares his challenges and insights in this engaging blog post!
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Team Suite on the cheap

Unlock the full potential of Visual Studio Team System 2008 with a 30% upgrade discount. Enhance collaboration and streamline your development process today!
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TFS Data Manager

Discover TFS Data Manager, a powerful tool for cloning projects and enhancing disaster recovery in TFS. Unlock new capabilities for your development process!
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Mozy Backup providing extra space this month

Discover how Mozy Backup is doubling your referral space this month! Learn why this reliable backup solution is essential for your data safety.
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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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Heat ITSM

Discover how to integrate Heat ITSM with TFS for efficient support call management. Streamline your workflow and enhance productivity with our insights!
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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 Sticky Buddy v1.0

Discover TFS Sticky Buddy v1.0, a powerful tool for visualizing TFS Work Items with customizable templates. Enhance your project management today!
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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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TFS Sticky Buddy v0.3.1 CTP1

Explore the TFS Sticky Buddy v0.3.1 CTP1, a WPF digital dashboard for Team Foundation Server. Download now to visualize your project areas and iterations!
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Information Sync

Discover effective solutions for syncing contacts and calendars with Plaxo. Learn how to streamline your mobile and online tools for better organization!
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Mozy Backup

Discover Mozy Backup, an affordable online backup solution with 2GB free space. Simple setup and reliable service to protect your digital life. Try it now!
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Studying for the new job

Prepare for your new job by mastering essential technologies like BizTalk and SharePoint. Discover study tips and resources to enhance your skills!
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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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Visual Studio 2008 Beta 2 Team Explorer

Discover the challenges of installing Visual Studio 2008 Team Explorer and why it should be included in the setup for a smoother development experience.
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SharePoint Content Request | What would you like to see?

Explore the potential of SharePoint and TFS integration! Share your ideas for features that enhance collaboration and streamline processes in your intranet.
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Loosing the battle, but the war goes on

Join Martin Hinshelwood as he navigates the challenges of promoting TFS over Jira and Subversion, sharing insights on team dynamics and project management.
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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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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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Studying for Exam 70-536: MCTS Application Development Foundation

Join Martin Hinshelwood on his journey to conquer Exam 70-536 for MCPD certification, sharing insights and resources for aspiring .NET developers.
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Selling the benefits of Team System

Master the art of selling Team System to your team and management with practical tips and strategies to ensure successful implementation and buy-in.
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Team Server Hmm!

Discover how to integrate Team Server with SQL Server Management Studio and enhance your development workflow. Explore essential tools and tips!
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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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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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Team System Widgets

Discover essential applications for Team System to enhance your TFS experience. Explore updates and insights on TeamPlain and more to boost your productivity!
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Windows Live Writer

Discover Windows Live Writer, the ultimate offline blogging tool that simplifies content creation and publishing. Perfect for bloggers on the go!
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The most usefull .NET tool on the face of the planet!

Discover Reflector, the ultimate .NET tool that enhances your coding experience. Unlock the power of .NET with this essential resource for developers!
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