Additional MSDN Online Resources

MSDN Online is about more than just technical articles and documentation. Check out the wide variety of resources we offer to help you get your job done.

Microsoft's DLL Help database provides a searchable database of information about file versions that ship with a selected set of Microsoft products.

MSDN Online Support offers a large variety of technical resources, including the Microsoft Knowledge Base; service packs, hotfixes, and tools; and Support Web Casts, live presentations by Support professionals.

MSDN Online provides access to selected developer-focused public newsgroups through our browser-based newsreader. Microsoft's public newsgroups allow you to interact with the Microsoft developer community and MVPs (Most Valuable Professionals). Public newsgroups are a great way to solve technical problems, learn more about a specific product or technology, or keep up with the latest buzz in the developer community. Microsoft employees do not monitor Microsoft's public newsgroups.

Microsoft's collection of code, tips, and articles written by your developer peers.

You can quickly find free expert help through this online program. Search for volunteer experts by specific technologies and products, e-mail volunteers with your questions, problems or other issues, or register as an expert and share your knowledge with the community.

The MSDN User Group program provides specific information and support to more than 500 developer-centric user groups and special interest groups around the globe.

Interact with Microsoft's technology experts in live chat sessions. If you miss a chat, you can always read the transcript.

With MSDN Training offerings, you can acquire real-world skills and learn how to create solutions that integrate today's technologies using Microsoft tools.

Find seminars, trade shows, and conferences sponsored or supported by Microsoft and register online.

Shop for the latest information on software and Web development, and take advantage of developer discounts. Sample chapters, full-length reviews, summaries, tables of contents, and related titles will help you make the right decisions.

MSDN Online for Students is a free resource for student developers that offers curriculum-based projects, advice from experienced developers, technical support, and postgraduate information.