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Feb 24
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The Developers…at meshU

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From the outside looking in, it has never been easier, quicker or cheaper to develop software applications.

Of course, developing high-quality applications that meet the high expectations of users, provide great functionality and, in many cases, scale is another story altogether. That’s why top-notch developers are just as valuable as ever.

At meshU, we’ve put together an excellent development stream that will provide fellow developers – and those just interested in the development process – with some great insight and perspective. The line-up includes:

– Chris Wanstrath, GitHub, who will talk about “Building a Business with Open Source”
– Ilya Grigorik, AideRSS, on “Event-Driven Architectures”
– Pete Forde, Unspace. on “Is that an iPhone in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?”
– Ezra Zygmuntowicz, Engine Yard, on “Building Scalable/Decoupled Web Architecture”

Tickets for meshU can be purchased here. meshU is happening on April 6 at the MaRS Collaboration Centre.

Feb 23
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meshU’s Kick-Ass Design Stream

By meshU

At the inaugural meshU last year, the design stream was standing-room only with furious note-taking done by many people.

My sense is the design stream resonated so well because there’s huge interest in making sure that technology is user-friendly and accessible. In an age where it has become easier, quicker and less expensive to develop online applications and services, design is more important than ever.

To that end, being able to learn and receive insight from some of the best designers can be invaluable for anyone – whether you’re a fellow designer, developer, entrepreneur, public relations, marketing or senior executive.

We live within an online ecosystem where online competition is fierce and the attention span of many consumers is shrinking. What it means is a Web site or application may only have one shot to capture the attention of the user. If the design falls short, it’s doomed even if a company’s products/services are terrific.

Given this landscape, we’re really excited about the design stream at meshU this year. It includes:

– Ryan Singer from 37signals, whose presentation is “Value Judgements in Interface Design”
– Bruce Philp from GWP Brand Engineering, talking about “Ten Keys to a Branded User Experience”
– Luke Andrews from Dabble DB on “Responsiveness: the Perception of Speed in Web Applications”
– Joshua Porter from Bokardo looking at “Design for Virality”

If you’re interested in design and hearing from some leading voices in the business, a ticket to meshU is a solid investment. Tickets are going fast so may want to register sooner rather than later.

Tickets can be purchased here. By the way, meshU is happening April 6 at the MaRS Collaboration Centre in downtown Toronto.

More: One thing – and an important thing at that – that I forgot to mention about meshU was the terrific support form our sponsors, which include Microsoft, Edelman and the SMG Group.

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