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Venki --

Please feel free to forward this to your Java User Group, if you feel it would be of interest to the group.

I just want to let you know that Oracle is hosting a one day event for Java developers to get the latest scoop on SOA and Web Services. The event includes an "install-fest" and hands-on sessions and is a great way to mingle with other Java developers in the area. Here are some of the highlights of what you can expect to get out of the day:

• Get Educated--Oracle Developer Days consists of concentrated lessons in the latest J2EE and Web Services technologies designed to quickly bring you up to date and up to speed.
• Get Your Hands Dirty--Put theory into practice in an "install-fest" to get your laptop in shape for SOA development, hands-on labs to let you practice your SOA skills, and a coding contest to put you to the test.
• Get It From The Source--Hear directly from the experts at Oracle. Learn about the topics that matter to you--whether it's how to work with technology today or how to prepare for what's coming tomorrow.
• Get Connected--Take advantage of this chance to network with peers and industry gurus--those experienced veterans you always see on the discussion forums.

Oracle Developer Days launches its tour on August 4 at Oracle headquarters in the San Francisco Bay area. There's still a few seats left at this inaugural event, but the spots are not likely to last very long. You can find out more information and register for the FREE event here:
http://otn.oracle.com/odd

Hope to see you there!

-- Brian Fry

Senior Group Product Manager
Oracle JDeveloper
brian.fry@...