Explicitly and without apology a marketing vehicle MaryMaryQuiteContrary

Back to the Sun Developer Advisory Council...

Mark Bauhaus just gave a presentation on Java Web Services.

Love the guy. But he should turn off his phone before he gets up to give a talk. I'm sure he'll do that going forward :-)

He talked about the J2SE 1.5 release -- codenamed Tiger -- with it you'll see 20-60% faster start-up. "We've got the fastest virtual machine on just about all platforms -- still working a few." Which would those be, Mark? ;-) I think we all know the answer to that.

One of the key features of the new release is auto update on the runtime. he-who-must-not-be-named will love that (my husband; but i'm not supposed to talk about him in this space for those of you who aren't regular readers). Let's just say he got a little frustrated having spent some time trying to download the JRE.

We feel your pain, people. We're on it.

OK... then Bauhaus got into a pretty interesting conversation about where Java started out (open, portable applications) to where it's headed with Java Web Services (open, portable data). He talked about how J2EE has deep support for web services standards including SOAP, XML and so on. (not going to get into acronym soup with you here; you know the list).

So here's when Bauhaus drew a line in the sand, that provocative fellow. 

As we continue to bring Java and Web Services together, Web Services need to apply the same kind of discipline to compatibility that has been hallmark to the Java platform.

To that end (or at least in that direction), Sun has made available for free the AVK.

now what's your call-to-action here...

1. Go get the AVK for free

2. Did you know, my developer friends, that if you can get a free SunFire V20z by joining the Sun Developer Network.

check it out.

i know you love free stuff as much as i do ;-)

mary

Had to dash back over to the SICC to get something.... they're putting the finishing touches on the conference. Took a quick pic for you... 

At the Sun Developer Advisory Council today, Glenn Weinberg gave an overview of Sun's Linux strategy. Since this is a question I've heard many-a-folk ask, I wanted to share what he said... it's very simple

• Sun's Linux strategy is Red Hat and SuSE
• We read the customers loud and clear when the told us eliminate Sun Linux. Outta here.
• We offer service and support worldwide
• Our strategy translates into instant ISV capture
• And instant multi-platform
• We're committed to having the latest Sun Java on all distributions
• All Sun SW will run on all Solaris and Linux distribution
• We're working all the angles to promote Linux compatibility

Now, let me tell you people, there are some hot, hot, hot developments bubbling in this space. I have to leave it to you to read the tea leaves. But you want to watch this space, let's just put it that way.

One way to keep up-to-date on the Solaris operating environment is to join the Software Express for Solaris program. This program is your finger on the pulse of new features and technology that is getting rolled into Solaris. And here's the best part: it's free.

love it.

catcha later.

mary

Snagged Curtis Sasaki, VP of Java Desktop System. He's attending the Sun Developer Advisory Council, which I'll be covering for you.

Asked him what's his message to developers on Java Desktop System.

His answer:

Test on it. It's easy to do.

Localize in Chineese

The marketing opportunity is huge.

what else do you need to know?

mary

I don't think so.

I'll be making some time to see the sights and report back to you on the cultural front, to be sure. My initial impressions are really positive. This city is so orderly and clean. The people are friendly. It's been nothing but a fabulous experience so far.

OK. there is one thing that kinda bothers me. Spitting. I see a lot of spitting and it kinda makes me feel a little yucky. Maybe it's a cultural thing. But I was very pleased to see this sign:

(you guys just go ahead and send that one into Jay Leno. I provide these tidbits to you as a public service FOC)

Also, I just wanted to tell you it is a glorious day in Shanghai. Bright sunshine, in stark contrast to the overcast and dreary weather we've had since I got here. I'm still jet lagged so i'm getting up really, really early. This morning I went out for a run. It was so wonderful, you guys. (only problem is that my face turns all red when i exercise and it takes an hour to go back to its normal color. thankfully, i don't exercise all that frequently, so it's not so much of a recurring problem.)

Today I'm planning to spend most of the day at the Sun Developer Advisory Council.

Also, I have a special, super-mondo huge interview scheduled for later this afternoon but not telling who it's with until after it happens.

I know, you're dying to know... OK. here's a hint... keyword: ponytail. 

:-)

mary

 John Gage is Sun's Chief Researcher and Director of the Science Office (in addition to overseeing Sun's relationship with world scientific and technical organizations). Many of you might know him as the host of JavaOne. This is one smart guy and definitely qualifies as a techno celeb.

well, check out what I got in my in-box:

translation: "Members-only Breakfast with John Gage"

Inner Circle and Executive Boadroom program members, that is.

Guess who happens to be members of both?

;-)

you know it.

membership has its privileges.

The breakfast is in Thursday.

oh, and here's a picture of me and John. that's me, on the right. :-)

mary

i know you've heard me talk about the Network Computing quartelry launch event... really cool experience... live chat with Scott McNealy et al... well, i signed up for an email reminder (not that i really needed one) and i got this notification... just thought i'd share with you...

NOTICE: We have adjusted the timeline for our agenda. See new timing below. Be sure to tune in!

Dear Mary Smaragdis:

Here is the reminder you requested: Sun's Network Computing 04Q2 Web event is less than a week away!

Tune in Tuesday, June 1, 9:30 a.m. PDT at www.sun.com/nc as we unveil technology innovations that can help you deliver network services rapidly and affordably.

Don't miss this informative and interactive agenda:

	9:30 a.m. PDT (find my time zone): Get the latest news and product information and view videocasts of Sun executives and technology experts
	1:00 p.m. PDT (find my time zone): Join CEO Scott McNealy and other Sun executives for a live audiocast as they showcase the next wave of network computing solutions
	3:30 p.m. PDT (find my time zone): Ask questions in a live chat with Scott McNealy and other Sun executives