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Matt WeisfeldAdvanced Object-Oriented Concepts
Matt Weisfeld covers some advanced object-oriented concepts, such as constructors, operator overloading, multiple inheritance, error-handling techniques, and the importance of understanding how scope applies to object-oriented design.
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By Matt WeisfeldApr 3, 2013
What's New in System Center 2012 Operations Manager
The newest version of Operations Manager (OpsMgr), System Center 2012 Operations Manager, builds on the capabilities introduced in OpsMgr 2007. In its fourth major release by Microsoft, the product team takes the best of OpsMgr 2007 and adds a number of enhancements, including resource pools for redundancy and high availability, significant changes in network and application monitoring, and new dashboard capabilities. This chapter takes a brief look at the history of Operations Manager and then highlights the changes in this release.
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By Kerrie Meyler, Cameron Fuller, John JoynerMar 26, 2013
An Interview with Vaughn Vernon on Implementing Domain-Driven Design
Rebecca Wirfs-Brock talks to Vaughn Vernon, author of Implementing Domain-Driven Design, about the big problem in software development today, the best way to get started with Domain-Driven Design, and DDD’s relationship with agile development.
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By Vaughn Vernon, Rebecca Wirfs-BrockFeb 20, 2013
Rand Morimoto"The Best Programming Advice I Ever Got" with Rand Morimoto
Rand Morimoto, Microsoft MVP and president of Convergent Computing, writes about the importance of learning PowerShell, even if you're comfortable with using GUIs.
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By Rand MorimotoFeb 19, 2013

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Blogs

The Laid Off IT Guy! Mentoring Future IT Employees

I have benefitted my entire career from mentoring.  I have also helped young men and women looking to get started in the career of Information Technology by mentoring them.  When I have had the pleasure of that opportunity I like to explain that I believe that IT today is broken down into four categories.

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By The Laid Off IT Guy!CommentsMay 13, 2013
Topics: Home & Office Computing,Information Technology,Software Development & Management,Networking,Certification,Business & Management
The Laid Off IT Guy! Following Up with Network Contacts

Throughout my article series I’ve shared the many benefits of using networking for a job search.  Most jobs aren’t found on job boards or the newspaper, but by meeting people. Today’s message is about keeping in touch with your network contacts.

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By The Laid Off IT Guy!CommentsMay 6, 2013
Topics: Home & Office Computing,Information Technology,Software Development & Management,Networking,Business & Management
The Laid Off IT Guy! Conducting the Phone Screen Interview

While, in general, I’d prefer to interview face-to-face, the phone screen interview does have its place during the initial selection process.  Here is how to use the phone screen interview process to your advantage as the candidate.

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By The Laid Off IT Guy!CommentsFebruary 22, 2013
Topics: Home & Office Computing,Information Technology,Software Development & Management,Programming,Web Services,Graphics & Web Design,Networking,Engineering,Web Development,Certification,Security,Operating Systems, Server,Process Improvement,Business & Management
The Laid Off IT Guy! Communicating with Recruiters

You don’t normally have to go looking for recruiters.  They usually find you.  Just place your resume at some of the most popular job boards and it’s “open season” on recruiters seeking you out to fill their contract jobs.  When you are unemployed, that can certainly be a good thing.  I’ve found, however, that not all recruiters are created equally.  Some are not worth your time and are just not a good match to help you.

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By The Laid Off IT Guy!CommentsFebruary 15, 2013
Topics: Home & Office Computing,Information Technology,Software Development & Management,Programming,Graphics & Web Design,Networking,Engineering,Web Development,Security,Hardware,Operating Systems, Server,Process Improvement,Business & Management

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