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• Free and easy! Register and become a member immediately. Join a worldwide community of Java™ and Solaris™ developers.
  
  
• Get the latest software and tools for the Java and Solaris platforms.
  
  
• Get it from the source. Become productive through tutorials, code samples, relevant sample applications, and best practices.
  
  
• Get connected. Join forums and user groups, ask technical experts for assistance at any time.
  
  
• Get answers from the experts through forums, technical tips, and bug databases.

Join the Sun[SM] Developer Network (SDN) today and participate with a worldwide community of developers who are taking advantage of Sun's leadership in technology and tools to create solutions. SDN offers timely and accurate access to technical information on Java™ technologies and the Solaris™ Operating System (OS), as well as special access to invaluable communities, training, events, products,discounts, and services that support the entire development life cycle. Sign up now, it's free!

Fuel productivity and get your work done more efficiently with:

• Free developer tools to SDN members. Get NetBeans™, Java Studio Creator, Java Studio Enterprise, and Sun Studio free simply by being an SDN member!
  
  
• Java Software Development Kit (SDK) for the Java 2 Platform, Standard Edition (J2SE™), Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition (J2EE™), and Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition (J2ME™), including the Java Wireless Toolkit
  
  
• Java Enterprise System and Solaris OS
  
  
• Free evaluation of all software
  
  
• Early access to new software directly from our engineering teams

Employ platforms and technologies more successfully with:

• Code samples, code camps, and sample applications to help you on your next project
  
  
• Ability to architect your applications using Java BluePrints and best practices
  
  
• Members-only newsletters for firsthand information on technical developments
  
  
• Technical articles and tutorials for Java technologies and Solaris platforms
  
  
• Professional growth through case studies and certification programs
  
  
• Access to bug databases for faster problem determination
  
  
• Web-based training for timely access to tools and technology training
  
  
• Instructor-led training with hands-on labs using technologies and tools from Sun

Soak up smart solutions from other developers and online support with:

• An inside track to the open source community via direct ties to Java.net, NetBeans.org, and OpenSolaris.org
  
  
• More than 600 Java technology, Solaris platform, and product user groups with 10,000-plus members providing person-to-person interaction in a rich community environment
  
  
• Hundreds of unique forums comprehensively covering all aspects of Java and Solaris development
  
  
• Free access to interactive, multimedia technical sessions such as online chats, webinars, and Ask the Expert events. Transcripts for past sessions are also available
  
  
• Regional sites for international developers in China, Japan, and Korea
  
  
• Connect with technology experts and other community members at the JavaOne[SM] and regional Sun Tech Days developer events
  
  

  SDN Program Benefits	Open Access	SDN Membership
  Downloads of the latest SDKs, trial software, and early access software	X	X
  Productivity-enhancing code samples and tech tips	X	X
  Informative documentation and articles	X	X
  Educational tutorials, training guides	X	X
  Knowledge base data for convenient self help time	X	X
  Community forums for peer-directed programming solutions	X	X
  Exclusive access to alpha builds of upcoming software releases		X
  Free developer tools		X
  Newsletters with immediate access to the latest information on technologies and tools		X
  Interactive online events that provide direct access to technical experts		X
  Online access to conference and event technical content		X
  User groups for networking and providing feedback on product direction		X
  Recognition programs that help you earn points and prizes		X
  Exclusive offers and discounts		X
  Entrance to special SDN-only events		X
  Training certification courses		X
  Developer training events		X

   
  
• Access to technical sessions from conferences. If you cannot participate in person, participate virtually — anytime, anyplace
  
  
• Get connected to our partner developer programs to extend your network and your opportunities

Membership has its benefits with:

• Special discounts and offers available only to SDN members. Offers include developer-focused events, contests, and discounts for training and books. New offers are introduced on an ongoing basis.
  
  
• Special recognition from Sun. Get showcased and receive special gifts.

The Sun Developer Network is part of an on-going effort to provide developers with the best resources for the Java and Solaris platforms. Check us out at at developers.sun.com. Join today!

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