Join all the ALT.NET track speakers for an introductory discussion and demonstration of ALT.NET ideas and practices.  We'll pair up and do some live coding, and we'll do our best to tailor the conversation to the audience, so don't be afraid to ask questions, from beginnner to advanced.  Brian Donahue: http://persistall.com

Brian Donahue is a software developer with 10 years experience in both the Java and Microsoft platforms, focusing primarily on web-based applications.  Brian's consulting company, Vitreo Solutions ( www.vitreosolutions.com), builds custom business software for a variety of clients.  He recently organized the Philadelphia " ALT.NET" user group (www.phillyalt.net) which he has described as "an open conversation about the 'pursuit of happiness' on the Microsoft platform."  Principles such as agility, testability, and maintainability are common themes, as well as discussion of open source software and other alternatives that can help make your .NET software development easier, and more fun.   Brian blogs at http://persistall.com