Hi,

This is one of the most interesting discussions we have been having in the Partner Airlift Trainings. I just wanted to publish this for those of you that are interested in talking directly with the Product Group responsible for federation inside of Microsoft.

Below you can find the details on how to register for this Webcast.

Cheers

Michael W.

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IDA29AL: Windows Identity Foundation/Geneva

Presented by Vittorio Bertocci

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

8:00-9:00am Pacific Time

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Description:

Hear how Windows Identity Foundation makes advanced identity capabilities and open standards first class citizens in the Microsoft .NET Framework. Learn how the Claims Based access model integrates seamlessly with the traditional .NET identity object model while also giving developers complete control over every aspect of authentication, authorization, and identity-driven application behavior. See examples of the point and click tooling with tight Microsoft Visual Studio integration, advanced STS capabilities, and much more that Windows Identity Foundation consistently provides across on-premise, service-based, ASP.NET and Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) applications.

What to expect?

This is a 1- hour managed webcasts for Partners and Microsoft employees using Microsoft’s Live Meeting 2007. Connect with Microsoft and other partners; listen to Microsoft subject matter experts as they discuss their areas of expertise related to Microsoft’s sales and competitive strategy.  Learn more about Microsoft’s products (including insight into products on the launch horizon); positioning of business value to customers; sharing wins from the field and how the account team won; world class selling skills and best practice; and leveraging Microsoft resources to maximize your productivity. Partner Academy Live caters to all depths of knowledge.  

Register here: 

https://training.partner.microsoft.com/learning/app/management/LMS_ActDetails.aspx?UserMode=0&ActivityId=568098

Before the Webcast:

To attend our upcoming Webcast you will need:

1.         A computer with access to the Internet to view the visual portion of the event.

2.         A functioning sound card and speakers or headphones for your PC.

3.         Windows Media Player 9 (WMP 9).

4.         A compatible computer configuration.  Verify Microsoft Live Meeting 2007 System Requirements

5.         Use the Microsoft Live Meeting 2007 Windows Console Compatibility Test to join a meeting to see if your computer is compatible with Live Meeting 2007.

During the Webcast- Join the Webcast by clicking the link below:

Listen to the audio portion of the event

After you log in to the Live Meeting console, you will hear the event's streaming audio. If you do not have Windows Media Player (WMP) 9 or later installed, you will be prompted to install it.

If you have WMP 9 or later installed but still do not hear the audio, confirm that your PC speakers are turned on and that the volume is turned up. If you continue to experience difficulties, once you are logged into the session, please turn your seat color to red via the drop down menu in the Seating Chart.  Expect a 1:1 chat for assistance.

Web-based console

In some situations, you may not be able to use the Live Meeting console software. You will then be provided with a link to attend the event by using the Web-based console. You will be provided with this link if:

• You cancel the installation of the Live Meeting console software.
• You are unable to install the Live Meeting console software.
• You are using a Macintosh computer.

Note: Although using the Web-based console is similar to using the Windows-based Live Meeting console software, the functionality and layout of the Web Based console are different.

Support:

If you have any questions on this or future Webcast sessions, please contact MSPAL@Microsoft.com 

To contact Live Meeting Event Support:

•       Click here for Live Meeting support