Web Solutions Tool Kit for Action Pack Subscribers

On May 1 2008 we launched Expression Studio 2 with support for Silverlight development. This is the first toolset release that supports Silverlight development. Later this week we are reaching our next milestone by releasing Silverlight 2 Beta 2 with a full public go-live license.

Microsoft Expression Studio is a family of tools for creative designers that gives you the freedom to bring your vision to reality and boost developer collaboration in the delivery of rich user experiences for the Web, Windows Vista applications and beyond. Check out the partner pages for Expression & Silverlight or the introduction video below.

Along with Visual Studio 2008, Expression Studio is now an essential part of the overall workflow for adding compelling user interfaces to the underlying power of the Microsoft technology platform. Take a look at the Microsoft Expression Studio 2 Features.

The Expression community site is a great place to connect with others using the toolset and the Expression Newsletter is a great way to stay ahead of the curve.

The great news is that if you are an existing Microsoft Action Pack subscriber that does web development you can get Visual Studio Professional 2008 and Expression Studio 2 for FREE*

* Well almost free... You need to install the products and prove you know the basics!

If you want to learn more about how to become a Web Partner in New Zealand and get access to these awesome new technologies check out my Step-By-Step walk through.

And if you would like more detail check out the "Understand the Partner Programs for Designers, Developers and Agencies" session from this years MIX conference.