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The LA Fox Developer Newsletter
July 1997
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consultants, and authors of Visual FoxPro, and also the people who create exciting commercial applications and add-on products.

Identify valuable add-on products and services. All conference attendees can attend the Trade Show to explore the latest products and technology from vendors of third-party software and services. Suppliers of productivity tools, commercial applications written using FoxPro products, FoxPro trainers, publishing houses, authors, and other companies will present their product’s features and answer your questions.

Network with your colleagues. Take advantage of this international gathering of developers to meet people who can help you solve your programming puzzles. Via the conference sessions and social events, you’ll develop a valuable network of peers you can consult to get it done. And you’ll make friends you can enjoy seeing at other FoxPro developer conferences.

Who should attend? This is a technical education conference for people who want to utilize the business-problem-solving power of Microsoft Visual FoxPro 5.0, ActiveX technology, Microsoft SQL Server, component creation, web technology and all of the Microsoft Visual Tools to create world class solutions. Attendees will also get a glimpse at the future of VFP and other tools.

Conference sessions are desgned for many needs and emphasis, including IS staff and management, independent consultants, professional developers, corporate and government programmers, solution providers, trainers, and anyone who wants to understand how to make the best use of the Microsoft Visual FoxPro environment to solve problems.

What is DEVCON like? DEVCON is as intense a learning experience as you want to make it. Sessions are presented all day, and some evenings (with ample breaks, of course). You can choose exactly what you need to create your optimum education. When you’re not in a DEVCON session, you can join colleagues and experts who are eager to hear your experiences and share their wisdom. You’ll become a member of the global FoxPro development community, and discover new keys to your technical, professional, and personal satisfaction.

Leave your wool suit at home. DEVCON dress is always casual!

The Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina is the conference host hotel, where all sessions and activities are held. A block of rooms has been reserved at a special DEVCON rate. To reserve a room at the discounted rate, call the Conference Hotline at 800-368-3204 or (203)268-3204, or the hotel at (619)692-2200, and mention you’re a VISUAL FOXPRO DEVCON attendee. Space is limited so register early.

The Conference Schedule
Sunday, September 14
Conference Registration
7:00 am-5:00 pm
Pre-Conference Seminars
9:00 am-4:30 pm
DEVCON Opening Keynote
7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Welcome Dessert Reception
8:30 pm-I 0:00 pm
Monday, September 15
Conference Registration
7:00 am-5:00 pm
Continental Breakfast
7:00 am-8:00 am
Conference Sessions
8:00 am-I 0:45 am
Morning Break
I0:45am-11:I5am
Conference Sessions
11:15 am-I 2:30 pm
DEVCON Trade Show Open
12:00 pm-3:45pm
Lunch
12:30 pm-2:00 pm
Conference Sessions
2:00 pm-3:15 pm
Afternoon Break
3:15 pm-3:45 pm
Conference Sessions
3:45 pm-5:00 pm
DEVCON Trade Show Open
5:00 pm-7:OOpm
Bonus Evening Sessions
7:30 pm-10:00 pm
Tuesday, September 16
Continental Breakfast
7:00 am-8:00 am
Conference Sessions
8:00 am-I 0:45 am
Morning Break
10:45 am-11:I5am
Conference Sessions
11:15 am-I 2:30 pm
DEVCON Trade Show Open
12:00 pm-6:OOpm
Lunch
12:30 pm-2:00 pm
Conference Sessions
2:00 pm-3:15 pm
Afternoon Break
3:15 pm-3:45 pm
Conference Sessions
3:45 pm-5:00 pm
DEVCON Party
7:30 pm-I 0:00 pm
Wednesday, September 17
Continental Breakfast
7:00 am-8:00 am
Conference Sessions
8:00 am-I 0:45 am
Morning Break
I0:45am-II:l5am
Conference Sessions
11:15 am-12:30 pm
Lunch
12:30 pm-2:00 pm
Conference Sessions
2:00 pm-3:15 pm
Afternoon Break
3:15 pm-3:45 pm
Closing Session
3:45 pm-5:00 pm
Conference Speakers
Slated to speak at this year’s conference are:
Menachim Bazian
Steven Black
Jim Booth
Randy Brown
Jim Duffy
Markus Egger
George Goley
Susan Graham
Tamar Granor
Robert Green
Y. Alan Griver
Paul Gross
Doug Hennig
Whil Hentzen
Calvin Hsia
Ken Levy
Lisa Slater Nicholls
John Petersen
Ted Roche
Mac Rubel
Drew Speedie
Rick Strahl
Randy Wallin

Conference Topics
Conference topics have been categorized into three main groups: Developing Applications, Extending Visual FoxPro through Integration, and Cultivating Development Skills.


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