Abstract
Microsoft® Silverlight™ is a cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in for delivering the next generation media experiences and rich interactive applications for the Web. Silverlight is based on .NET technology but can work with any backend platform for serving web pages. In this session, we’ll get an introduction to Silverlight and then look at how Silverlight can integrate with Java Server Pages to create compelling user experiences for a broad audience.
Bio
Drew Robbins is a Developer Evangelist for Microsoft in the Heartland District. Drew has over 12 years of experience using Microsoft products as both an IT Professional and Application Developer. Before joining Microsoft, Drew was already very active in the developer community on both a local and global level. He served in central Ohio as a Microsoft Regional Director, establishing a major user group and working in several enterprise accounts. Drew was also recognized as a Microsoft MVP for his role in community and expertise in Visual Studio and ASP.NET. Drew mobilized the global developer community through blogging websites that drove buzz and participation in conferences such as TechEd, PDC and DevDays. Drew is a regular presenter at local and regional events on Microsoft technology and development methodology.
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