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Microsoft launches junior developer program to inspire a new generation of software developers

April 22nd, 2011

Microsoft today announced the launch of a unique initiative for students called the “Junior Developer Program” (JDP) to create a junior developer community of international calibre in the UAE. The program aims to educate students and teachers on the development of computer software applications using Microsoft technologies.

In order to conduct a successful project, Microsoft has partnered with GEMS Education in the UAE, to pilot the project at the Dubai Modern High School. As part of the program, Microsoft provided six days of training to a group of 20 students (Grade 7) and five teachers from the school.

The training course was based on the Microsoft Small Basic Curriculum which is an introduction to basic programming. After the training period, the students will have to create and submit projects as part of the competition.

Another benefit of the project is that students will have the chance to be mentored by Microsoft employees from the finance department. They will guide the students throughout the competition period and help them find answers to general questions like career guidance etc. The initiative is sponsored by technology partner TOUCHMATE.

Badruddin Hilal, Finance Director, Microsoft Gulf, said: “Offering advanced technology courses to young students is part of Microsoft’s unique approach to address a country’s workplace needs in the years ahead. From our perspective, such programs are crucial in preparing today’s students for more advanced training in the future. The program will provide them with a solid understanding of software development principles which will give them an advantage when they get older. In addition, it also helps them become more well-rounded and motivated to pursue rewarding careers in the technology sphere.”

Speaking about the Junior Developer Program, Manoj M. Varghese, Director IT, GEMS Education, expressed confidence in the fact that that the program will encourage students to embrace programming skills more easily through its unique approach. “It will also give our students the extra benefit of having an understanding of software development at an early stage. This will certainly enhance their creativity and help them to express their ideas using the latest technologies,” he added.

On this occasion, Kamal Kumar, General Manager at TOUCHMATE, a leading I.T. brand in the region said: “It is important for every individual to be updated with technology as it impacts our day to day life. At TOUCHMATE we value the concept of I.T. in education, and we are happy to partner with Microsoft Gulf in piloting the Junior Developer Program and supporting the new generation with upcoming trends in technology.”

The Junior Developer Program incorporates the Microsoft Small Basic curriculum which puts the fun back into computer programming. This provides a friendly development environment that is very easy to master thereby easing both kids and adults into the world of programming.

Source:http://www.mysolutioninfo.com/news-display.aspx?Code=19468&t=Microsoft%20launches%20Junior%20Developer%20Program%20to%20inspire%20a%20new%20generation%20of%20software%20developers

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Carbon footprint management software helps companies go green

October 27th, 2010

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The programs are called Enterprise Carbon and Energy Management systems and are abbreviated (because everything is better with an acronym) ECEM.

What does an ECEM do? Well, a good one will do all of the following:

Improve Operational Efficiency: This is really the end game, isn’t it? By reducing energy used and the inevitable carbon footprint related to energy use, companies can improve their bottom line. Everybody wants to do that.

Provide Numbers that Shareholders and Customers Can Understand: Not only do shareholders want to know how you’re going green (and saving money to thus improve profits), but customers are becoming increasingly concerned about it as well. A good ECEM software package can provide usable numbers that can be understood by these groups (as well as by employees).

Help Comply with Regulatory Mandates: As global governments are tightening up on carbon emissions regulations, being able to track, adjust and optimize procedures to meet these regulations becomes increasingly important as well. ECEM software makes a daunting task like that into a manageable one.

And here’s the mild surprise, there isn’t a “key player” developed yet for this enterprise level need. Many ECEM programs are in-house or nascent products. The market opportunity for good, flexible ECEM products is there. Assume that many are in development, but if that’s your mojo, make it happen! Become the main solution for ECEM.

Source:http://www.tinygreenbubble.com/eco/environmental/item/984-carbon-footprint-management-software-helps-companies-go-green

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Xp security removal – how to remove xp security easily

October 16th, 2010

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XP Security (another name is XPSecurity) belongs to the fake anti-spyware program like Windows XP Security Tool, Windows XP, etc.

The hacker created this fake program aims to scare computer newbie by popping up lots of bogus alerts and display infections or threats on the computer and then rip off money at the end to remove the so-called damage from the compromised computer.

With the special designed interface and name, it looks like some legitimate security software.

Actually, this fake anti-spyware program doesn’t have any protection feature to prevent spyware from computer and you should remove XP Security once it is found on a computer.

Because it has special tactics to misguide people by making lots of fake security notifications and pop-ups which make the computer look like badly infected. It usually appears like a scanner to check the whole system and shows plenty of infections detected.

All the infections found actually don’t exist but is a trap set to deceive gullible users, it is recommended not to follow any hint says on this software but just ignore it, and remove XP Security immediately.

Like other rogue security software, this fake anti-spyware program follows the same rule to scare computer users purchasing its commercial version.

If you don’t buy it, this program will stay on the compromised computer and will block you to use programs or files on the computer even cannot access to the Internet until it is removed with other methods.

If you have this fake anti-spyware application, all you should do is not click any prompt on it and uninstall XP Security from the computer as soon as you can.

After researching the samples from the infected computer, we found it is compromised via Trojans horse without any permission or content.

To reduce the possibility of suffering from this tricky spyware, you’d better update your security software regularly.

If this annoying program already appears on your system, terminate XP Security quickly before it causes your system down.

Talking about the methods to remove this fake anti-spyware program, usually there are two sorts: manually removal and automatically removal. Compared with each other, the first choice is the automatically XP Security removal with the help of a professional program.

Manually removal is also achievable if you’re a very skillful computer expert.

For if any little mistake happens when deleting the registry keys, it can cause a system damaged. So to prevent any mistake, it is highly recommended to use a right program to remove XP Security.

The added convenience you will enjoy is keeping the antispyware program to safeguard your computer in the future spyware infections.

Source:http://www.booshnews.com/2010/10/16/xp-security-removal-how-to-remove-xp-security-easily/