http://sys-con.com/edge2004/specevents.cfm http://www.sys-con.com/edge2004/registernew.cfm

Come learn about Macromedia Flex, the presentation tier for Rich Internet Applications - something that will interest programmers of every stripe, regardless of your preferred language.

Compared to other application server platforms, ColdFusion MX makes creating and consuming Web services easy. Learn how Macromedia's technology initiative fits seamlessly into today's new SOAs, drill down into the basic principles of tuning software for performance and Web applications written in ColdFusion, explore how "rich clients" can bring together the richness of the desktop and the reach of the Web.

The MX speakers we have invited this year to inform, stimulate, and educate you include some of the industry's finest teachers and practitioners.

http://sys-con.com/edge/speakers
http://www.sys-con.com/story/category.cfm?id=716

Also, as a programmer you've heard about service-oriented computing, which leverages service-oriented architectures (SOAs). But are you certain what it all means? Are you clear why SOAs make it easier to get value out of legacy systems, and why SOAs + RIAs can result in increased ROI (Return on Investment)?

These and other questions will be asked and answered in just over 3 weeks' time when you come join your design and programming peers at:

http://www.sys-con.com/edge2004/
http://www.sys-con.com/edge/speakers
http://www.sys-con.com/edge2004/registernew.cfm

Lastly, don't miss the Macromedia Reception 5:30 PM. - 8:30 PM on Wednesday February 25 for an Under the Hood Look at Macromedia Flex at the Boston Marriott, Copley Place, 3rd Floor Atrium.

Attend this reception to:

• Learn about Macromedia Flex, the presentation tier for Rich Internet Applications
• Receive access to an exclusive beta version of Flex, available only to event attendees
• Meet members of the Flex engineering team
• Enjoy food and drink
  

Attendees can stop by the Macromedia Booth # 403 for an invitation and details. The booth is one of the many industry leading booths at the full 2-day Expo at which you can see for yourself what software and solutions are currently being used by major front-line companies who are solving real-world business challenges every day.

http://www.sys-con.com/edge2004/exhibitors.cfm
http://sys-con.com/edge2004/specevents.cfm

See you in Boston, 24 - 26 February !