SPECIAL EVENTS & NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Opening Floor Party!
Tuesday, March 4, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us as we celebrate the opening of the Expo floor with free food and drinks.  This is a great opportunity to mingle with exhibitors and colleagues while previewing the coolest new technologies. 

18th Annual Jolt Product Excellence Awards!
Wednesday, March 5, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
The Jolt Awards recognize those software development products, books and websites that have “jolted” the industry in 2007. Don’t miss this exciting and entertaining ceremony hosted by Robert X. Cringely, best-selling author, technology columnist, futurist, and PBS personality. For more information, visit www.joltawards.com.

Dr. Dobb’s Excellence in Programming Award
Wednesday, March 5, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Find out who has earned the right to be called the best of the best. Dr. Dobb's Excellence in Programming Award is presented annually to an individual who has made significant and lasting contributions to the advancement of software development.

Conference Party Luau!
Wednesday, March 5, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
>>Open to Conference Pass Attendees, speakers and exhibitors
Music, open bar, great food and networking galore make this the one party you don't want to miss. This is our chance to thank you for your support, and your chance to have a great time – Hawaiian style! 

Thursday, March 6, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Watch the competition heat up as elite teams from CodeGear, Google, IBM and Intel are pitted against each other in a test of knowledge about the history, technology and traditions of software development.  This is our version of a TV quiz show! See a highlight video from last year's competition!