14 DAY TRIAL // At the start of April 2010, Microsoft announced Windows Summit 2010, an event dedicated to software, device and system implementers looking to embrace Windows 7 and Internet Explorer 8. Initially, Microsoft was looking to bring not only hardware and software designers, but also technology developers, engineers, testers, etc. together in Redmond for the Windows Summit 2010. When it initially announced the event, the company emphasized that Windows 7 and IE8 would be the main focus, with no announcements planned in relation to Windows 8.
While this aspect remains unchanged, the Windows Summit 2010 will no longer take place at the company’s Redmond campus. According to Brandon LeBlanc, Windows communications manager on the Windows Client Communications Team, the event has been moved online, and will no longer require participants to travel to Redmond.
In keeping with LeBlanc, the decision was made in order to ensure that the Windows Summit 2010 would be accessible to as many people as possible. Moving the event online also means that the Redmond company will be providing additional tools and resources designed to help participants better navigate the content that will be made available.
LeBlanc also shared the schedule for “Windows Summit 2010:
“•May 25th - Device Track: Discover the rich customization features in Windows 7 that enables partners to create a custom user experience for the PC or device. Targeted at software and device firmware engineers, this track will provide you with the direction and technical information to unlock the power of Windows 7 to create a great device experience.
“•June 2nd - System track: Understand the features of Windows 7 that you can leverage to create and deliver the best system possible. You'll see how implementing a few fundamental techniques can dramatically improve overall system quality and key user experiences.
“•June 16th - Software track: The Windows 7 platform makes it easy for developers to create engaging, user-friendly applications by providing familiar tools and rich development features that allow them to take advantage of the latest PC capabilities. The sessions in this track will guide you through the key developer advances in fundamentals, richer application experiences, and the best of Windows and the Web.”