What Keeps Me Rational? Staying sane in today's fast- paced world is a challenge for all of us. When not at work, how do you answer the question "What keeps me rational?" Your answers might range from "doing daily yoga" or "playing golf once a week," or "escaping for an annual vacation in the islands" to "reading a great book."

But, when at work, this question -- "What keeps me Rational?" takes on a different meaning. Is it collaborating effectively with colleagues? Being able to have visibility into your projects? Not being "surprised" by software delivery problems? Being able to automate key processes and use best practices? Keeping everyone around the world on the same page? Effectively getting the ideas in your head into the architecture? Rational?", by attending the IBM Rational Software Development Conference, June 10- 14, 2007, in Orlando, Florida.

This is the 10th anniversary of the IBM Rational Software Development Conference and we invite you to join thousands of IBM Rational customers and experience first-hand why they keep coming back year after year. Be refreshed, learn, network with colleagues and have a great week! Some highlights of this year's events include:

Inspiring keynote sessions by industry experts and IBM leaders on governing software and systems delivery.

More than 20 hands-on technical workshops, showing how IBM products support every phase of the software lifecycle.

Over 285 sessions, including new and expanded tracks.

SOA development and governance.

The latest techniques in quality management.

Application development, deployment and production.

Managing the impact of regulatory compliance and geographically distributed development.

A high-energy Exhibit Hall where you can preview Rational's plans for the future as well as see advanced solutions and technologies from IBM and our Business Partners.

Interactive Birds-of-a-Feather sessions.

IBM Certification Lab.

Join the 2,500-plus great minds from around the world to join in the conversation: "What Keeps Me Rational?" And, soon, you'll have an opportunity to SHOW us what really keeps you Rational (on RTube . . . Get that web cam ready, and stay tuned to our website for more information).

Rational User Group Community Birds of a Feather Session
Birds of a feather session: June 12, 1-2, Oceanic 3 Dolphin.

Rational User Group Community Reception

User Group Reception Sponsored by PMR Group: June 12 6-7pm Crescent Terrace, Swan
We would like to take an opportunity to thank our Global Community Members for making our Rational User Group community such a success. The Rational User Group Community Reception will be your opportunity to meet one another and some of our special guests from the Rational software brand and have an opportunity to share ideas and meet other community members. Please note as you register for the conference using your special UG promotion code (USG07), select YES, for the User Group Reception. We look forward to seeing you there.

Rational User Group Community Pedestal:
Attendees will be able to speak with user group members and leaders about their experiences with the Rational User Group Community. There will be onsite registration for Rational User Group's worldwide. We are looking for volunteers to help staff the pedestal during the Solution Center Exhibit hours. If you are attending the conference we would appreciate your support of our events and volunteer to support our pedestal. If you are interested in supporting this effort, please email Glenn Stout for scheduling information: glennstout@gm ail.com.

Monday June 11, 5-8
Tuesday June 12, 11:30-2, 4:30-8
Wednesday June 13, 11:30-2

User Group Member: Registration Discount!
Please note as you register for the conference use your special UG promotion code (USG07) and select YES, for the User Group Reception. UG Members discounted price is $1495.

Rational You Tube Contest! Submit your video and win a VIP Conference Package

Welcome reception - Meet the IBM Rational team and your peers!
Sunday, June 10, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join us at the welcome reception in where the IBM Rational software team of engineers and executives will be waiting to meet you. There will be activities for you to enjoy and plenty of food and drinks. More details coming soon!

Sponsor receptions

Exhibit hall and IBM Rational Solution Center
Discover the solutions and technologies available from IBM Rational Partners in the comprehensive 2007 Exhibit hall and IBM Rational Solution Center. Sponsors and partners will be exhibiting their latest software solutions.

Special event
Wednesday, June 13, 7:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Stay tuned for additional details on this fun night and great opportunity to mingle with your peers and relax after an information-packed week! Guests of user conference attendees are invited to the special event for a fee of $100.00 per person ($50.00 under 18 years old).

Again this year! Introduction to the Software Development Platform Sunday, June 10, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Please see the on-line conference agenda for session offerings.

Exhibit hall and IBM Rational Solution Center
Discover the solutions and technologies available from IBM Rational Partners in the comprehensive 2007 Exhibit hall and IBM Rational Solution Center. Sponsors and partners will be exhibiting their latest software solutions.

Exhibit Hall Hours

Monday, June 11, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (reception)
Tuesday, June 12, 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 12, 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (evening reception)
Wednesday, June 13, 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

IBM Rational Solution Center
See how the IBM Rational tools can free you to contribute your creative best. IBM Rational provides a software development platform combining software engineering best practices, market-leading tools and professional services. All are integrated across the lifecycle, and all are designed to improve the speed, quality and predictability of software projects.

Come to the IBM Rational Solution Center, where you can learn how to easily apply IBM Rational best practices to your development projects, test-drive IBM Rational tools at our demo stations, and talk with IBM Rational engineers, project managers and developers who can offer solutions to fit your individual development needs.

Learn more about the offerings available from IBM Rational services while speaking with representatives from the Worldwide Technical Support Organization (WTSO). And don't be afraid to ask the tough questions. The lounge-type atmosphere will be created to encourage freedom of expression.

Birds-of-a-feather sessions
Throughout the conference, Birds-of-a-feather sessions offer opportunities to gather with peers and colleagues to learn more about specific topics that appeal to you. These are smaller informal sessions that encourage interactive discussion. Session offerings will be available on the conference registration form when registration opens.

Technical workshops are back by popular demand! Please click here to see a complete listing of offerings at this year's conference.

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