NETDA meeting 10-26-09: VSTS 2008 Test-Driven Development with Steve Andrews
Topic: Practical Test-Driven Development with Visual Studio 2008 Team System
Test-Driven Development (TDD) has become a very popular topic in the developer sphere. There is still quite a bit of confusion about what TDD is, and how to best implement it. We will start by examining the principles of TDD. Next, we will implementing a practical approach to TDD using Visual Studio 2008 Team Edition for Software Developers. Along the way, we’ll look at a few Visual Studio tips and tricks to make practicing TDD and general development easier.
Speaker: Steve Andrews
Steve Andrews is a Team System MVP and INETA speaker, and has been working as a developer for more than 9 years. During this time, he has designed and developed applications in such widely varying areas as trust accounting, medical information management, supply chain management, and retail systems. Steve is also a MCTS, ICSOO, and community fanatic.
Bonus: Visual Studio 2010 Beta 2 News
Topic: Visual Studio 2010 Beta 2 News
News and discussion around the new Visual Studio 2010 Beta 2 download along with the changes for both Visual Studio Product SKUs and MSDN Subscription levels for next year.
Visual Studio 2010 Beta 2: http://microsoft.com/visualstudio
Speakers: Doug Seven
Doug Seven is a senior product manager for Visual Studio Team System.
Raffle of MSDN Subscription: Visual Studio 2008 Team Suite, retail value over $10,000.
Note: To participate in the raffle, you must be an active NETDA member. As of last month, annual dues are now only $20 (50% less than before).
Date/Time: 10-26-09, 7:00pm-9:00pm (free pizza starting at 6:30pm).
Location: Meeting at Microsoft campus building 41 cafeteria, Steptoe room.
Directions: Refer to Meetings page.