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Explores how dyslexia and multidimensional thinking influence creativity, learning styles, and perceptions, challenging stereotypes about free …

Step-by-step guide to installing Visual Studio 2008 Team Suite on Windows 7, including setup issues, component selection, and tips for running in a …

Step-by-step guide to installing Windows 7 in a virtual environment, covering setup options, first boot, and initial configuration with screenshots.

Windows 7 Beta is now available for download, offering early access to the next version of Windows with improved stability and limited licences for …

Discover a free Microsoft learning programme to improve your Visual Studio 2008 skills, suitable for both new and experienced software developers.

Announces new managers for the VSTS Developers LinkedIn group to improve member support, information sharing, and response times for ALM and TFS …

A user-friendly Microsoft Answers forum for Windows Vista, offering clear, non-technical help on updates, hardware, networking, security, performance, …

Seasonal greetings with links to create and send ElfYourself eCards, plus troubleshooting tips for viewing animated holiday cards online.

Learn how to manually remove a failed or stuck solution deployment job in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 using Central Administration tools.

Explores using Azure Services Platform to enable cloud-based configuration, real-time chat, and collaboration features in WPF applications, similar to …

Get 25GB of free online storage with SkyDrive, integrated with Windows Live services for easy file sharing, photo management, and contact …

TFS Event Handler v1.3 automates work item notifications in Team Foundation Server 2008, now supporting group alerts and custom event handler …

Automates notifications for Team Foundation Server 2008 work item changes, removing the need for manual alerts. Includes a framework for custom event …

Step-by-step guide to installing Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR, including prerequisites, uninstalling old versions, and new …

A developer faces a CodePlex TFS server outage while releasing TFS Sticky Buddy v2.0, highlighting the impact of downtime on software deployment and …

Explains how to set up and link a Windows Live ID with OpenID for testing, enabling single sign-on and unified authentication across supported web …

Celebrates reaching over 100,000 website visits, sharing traffic stats, browser usage, and visitor countries, highlighting site growth and audience …

Save 30% when upgrading from Visual Studio Team System 2008 component editions to Team Suite, offering a full set of development tools for better team …

Overview of the new Xbox Live update, including changes to the update process, introduction of Avatars, and user experiences with the latest features.

Developer Day Scotland returns on 2 May 2009, bringing together software developers for talks, networking, and community events in Scotland’s tech …

Explains how to manage dynamic resource dictionaries and themes in WPF with Composite WPF, addressing common errors and providing code solutions for …

Manage and clone TFS projects across servers, enhance disaster recovery, and access advanced features for improved application lifecycle management …

Overview of the latest Power Tools release for Visual Studio Team System 2008 Team Foundation Server, highlighting new features and improvements for …

Sticky Buddy v2.0 introduces a redesigned interface, modular structure, and expanded diagram features for improved usability in TFS-related workflows.

A personal reflection on an interview with author David Webber, discussing his works and passion for the military science fiction genre.

Mozy is doubling its referral bonus to 512MB of extra backup space until 30 November 2008, making it easier to expand your online storage by inviting …

Highlights the value of people from non-traditional backgrounds, like helpdesk professionals, sharing their knowledge and experiences through …

Overview of using Infragistics WPF controls, focusing on dynamic menu generation with data binding and templates, and challenges with documentation …

The release candidate for Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition GDR offers upgrade support to RTM, with setup files, documentation, and user …

Tracks and analyses your software usage, providing detailed statistics on application activity and allowing users to join teams or view individual app …

Explains how a built-in tool simplifies comparing two code branches, helping users resolve branching and merging issues more efficiently in version …

Overview of Phase2’s hosted Team Foundation Server (TFS) service, including features, pricing, backup, scalability, integration, and support details.

Learn how to give colleagues access to workflow tasks on your MySite by setting permissions on task lists in SharePoint, including adding users to the …

Step-by-step guide to adding and configuring the Outlook calendar web part on your SharePoint My Site homepage using Outlook Web Access server …

Provides key statistics on Team Foundation Server usage, including user activity, work items, version control, builds, and recent command counts for …

Microsoft has merged Visual Studio Team Edition for Developers and Database Developers, giving users of either version access to both tools in 2005 …

Recognition as a Microsoft Team System MVP, highlighting the award’s significance, annual renewal, and acknowledgment of peers in the Application …

Download and try the latest Windows Live Wave 3 beta applications, including Messenger and Writer, with options for web or full local installation in …

Reflections on delivering ALM and VSTS presentations, focusing on knowledge sharing, presentation style, and insights into pre-sales technology …

User lost a blog post in Diarist 2 after accidentally using the blog selection dropdown, suggesting its removal to prevent data loss and improve …

An introduction to Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), sharing first-time presentation experiences, preparation tips, and insights on related …

Discusses the need for a mobile app to manage and edit Team Foundation Server (TFS) work items offline, enabling productivity while travelling without …

Explains troubleshooting a confusing MS Build error in a mixed Visual Studio 2005/2008 environment, resolved by updating GDR and Business Intelligence …

Describes a bug in GDR and Data Dude where SQL views using derived tables cause unresolved reference errors, impacting database project development …

Discusses issues with Visual Studio 2008 GDR CTP16 handling complex stored procedure dependencies during database import, and challenges faced when …

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.

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

Internet Explorer 8 introduces enhanced address bar features, making it easier and faster to find and revisit websites for improved browsing …

Provides download links, installation guidance, and updates for Internet Explorer 8 Beta 2 on various Windows versions, plus resources for IT …

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

Learn how to handle multi-threading with ObservableCollection in WPF, including solutions for cross-thread collection binding and practical tips for …

Tips for staying productive without a computer, including using mobile devices for web browsing, writing, and software tasks when your main PC is …

A poll asking .NET developers which Windows operating system they prefer for running Visual Studio 2008, including XP, Vista, and Server 2008 options.

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

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

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

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

A portal for hosting and sharing .NET tools and ClickOnce applications, including TFS Sticky Buddy and TFS Event Handler, with links to related …

A web app enabling integration between Microsoft Messenger, LinkedIn, and Facebook, supporting third-party sync and part of Microsoft’s Connected …

Explains how to resolve AddressAccessDeniedException when running tests in Team Build by granting the Build Agent service account permission to create …