Monday, May 31, 2010

Positive Job Market Forecast in MA

Posted by Jason Alexander
www.alexandertg.com

It was refreshing to see this article posted on Boston.com last week. While we have been busier than most of the market through this economic crunch, our optimism hasn't been met with validating statistics and testimony from most of the rest of the market. The following article talks about how, while we aren't out of the weeds yet, there is optimism surrounding current market conditions and future speculation.

http://ping.fm/wnzGk

Enjoy!

- JA

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Code Camp at NHTI in Concord, NH - June 5th

Posted by Jason Alexander

www.alexandertg.com



I wanted to take a minute to drive some attention to a great event taking place on Saturday June 5th at NHTI's Concord, NH Campus. Pat Tormey, Supreme Leader of the NH .NET Users Group, has done a fantastic job of putting a great program together covering topics ranging from SSRS, SQL Development, F#, Sharepoint, and Silverlight. This all-day event will include education, networking, and some top-notch BBQ. Details on programs and registration can be found at the following link:



http://ping.fm/V4ApH



Enjoy!



- JA

Monday, May 3, 2010

Discounted ASP.NET Web Applications Class through NHTI

Posted by Jason Alexander

http://www.alexandertg.com



We are always working hard to strengthen our value to the local tech community and we just made a step in the right direction through a partnership with NHTI in Concord, NH. In June NHTI is delivering an ASP.NET Web Applications Development class (details below) which will run for 10 sessions from June 2nd through the 25th. Affiliates of Alexander Technology Group (mention Alexander Technology Group when you sign up) receive a 20% discount off of tuition. This is a good opportunity for job seekers and working professionals to sharpen their skills and the discount applies to anyone - regardless of skill-level or employment status.



Class Details

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Microsoft ASP.NET Web Application Development, Module 1

20% Discount for Alexander Technology Group Affiliates (just mention that you were referred by Alexander Technology Group)


This introductory web application class will provide your first look at Active Server Pages.NET using the latest Microsoft Visual Web Development platform, ASP.NET, C#.NET and SQL Server relational databases. Work with real-world examples and gain practical hands on experience with Visual Studio 2008, ASP.NET, and C#. Participants will develop a commercial web site with, but not limited to, Public and Private Master Pages, user login, administration pages, and a simple shopping cart. This course is designed for participants with some web application development and programming experience.


Price: $995 ($796 with 20% discount)
Dates:June 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23 & 25, 8:30-11:30 am
Note: Open lab time Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-11:30 am

Four Ways to Register:

Mail: NHTI - Business Training Center, 31 College Drive, Concord, NH 03301-7412
Fax: (603) 271-6667
Phone: (603) 271-6663 (using a credit card)
In Person: The Business Training Center, Farnum Hall, NHTI
(Directions at www.nhti.edu)