Co-locating VSLive!, the leading event for developers who work with the Visual Studio.NET tool suite, with TechMentor, the top network training conference for Windows professionals significantly expands learning and networking opportunities for executives, managers, developers, IT directors and project managers, and others interested in hands-on, how-to technical information for developing and administering on the Microsoft platform.

“Our conferences provide essential technical information for IT and development professionals creating and administering the next generation of Microsoft applications,” said Tim Smith, vice president of 1105 Redmond Media Group Events. “Having TechMentor and VSLive! co-located at one event will give the thousands of professionals attending the conference an opportunity to learn more about current and future aspects of their job, as well as give exhibitors the opportunity to reach an expanded audience of technology decision makers.”

“Co-locating two strong events together will greatly expand the learning opportunities available for VSLive! and TechMentor conference attendees. We find that many developers and IT pros must be proficient across all aspects of IT,” says Group President Henry Allain. “By expanding the content and scope of the event we will be able to appeal to a significantly larger audience and deliver more comprehensive content under one roof.”

VSLive! and TechMentor San Francisco, March 30 – April 3, 2008 and Orlando, May 18-22, 2008 are both a five-day conference and exhibition.

About VSLive!
VSLive! reigns as the foremost conference and trade show for developers building applications with Microsoft.NET. VSLive! delivers smart, pragmatic content, best of breed exhibitors and speakers with the authority and experience to show sophisticated corporate IT professionals how to extend their development for universal impact. There is no other event that provides the quality, quantity, and depth of coverage that you’ll find at VSLive!

About TechMentor
Redmond magazine's TechMentor conference is the leading provider of information, insight, education and inspiration to improve the technical skills and enhance the professional value of Windows IT professionals.

For information about attending VSLive! and TechMentor Conferences: visit redmondevents.com or call (800) 280-6218.

For information about exhibiting or sponsorships: Al Tiano (818) 435-5490 or e-mail .

Media contact: Brent Sutton at (650) 378-7130 or e-mail .

About 1105 Redmond Media Group Events
Redmond Media Group Events, a division of 1105 Media, is the leading provider of technical conferences for the Microsoft developer, IT professional, enterprise architect, and Web designer/developer. Flagship conference brands include VSLive!, TechMentor, Web Design World, Enterprise Architect Summit and Web Builder 2.0. For more information, visit redmondevents.com

About 1105 Redmond Media Group
The 1105 Redmond Media Group (RMG) provides B-to-B media solutions targeting the Microsoft market. The growing portfolio includes Redmond magazine, Redmond Developer News, Visual Studio Magazine, Redmond Channel Partner magazine, a dozen Web sites including MCPmag.com, RedDevNews.com and RCPmag.com, plus numerous events. 1105 RMG provides news, in-depth analysis, and hands-on information for IT directors, managers, developers, administrators and partners in the Microsoft community. For more information, visit http://RedmondMediaGroup.com.

About 1105 Media, Inc.
1105 Media, Inc., is a leading provider of integrated information and media in targeted business-to-business markets, including specialized sectors of the information technology community; industrial health, safety and compliance; security; environmental protection; and home healthcare. 1105’s offerings span print and online magazines, journals and newsletters; seminars, conferences and trade shows; training courseware; and web-based services. 1105 Media is based in Chatsworth, CA, with offices throughout the United States; it was formed on April 7, 2006, by Nautic Partners LLC, Alta Communications and Neal Vitale, to acquire 101communications, LLC, and Stevens Publishing. Visit 1105media.com.