1. An event you know and trust. Visual Studio Live! is THE resource for developer-focused education.

2. Copious coding content. We offer 5 days of educational sessions in tracks like HTML5 / JavaScript, Windows 8 / WinRT, ASP.NET and Visual Studio 2012 / .NET 4.5.

3. BONUS VEGAS CONTENT – Developer Deep Dives. Brought to you by SharePoint Live! and SQL Server Live!, Visual Studio Live! Las Vegas will feature developer deep dives on SharePoint / Office 365 and SQL Server – all at no additional cost.

4. Buy 1 event, get 1 free! All Visual Studio Live! Las Vegas attendees will receive FREE access to Modern Apps Live!, where you can learn to architect, design and build a complete Modern Application from start to finish.

5. Unbiased education and an insider's perspective. Our speakers include both unbiased industry experts and Microsoft insiders, so you'll hear every side of the story on the most recent software and industry updates.

6. Full-day Developer workshops. Get a full day (pre and/or post conference) of education on topics such as Windows 8 Applications, SharePoint 2013 for developers, ALM & Visual Studio 2012 and SQL Server 2012.

7. Quality one-on-one time with speakers. What separates Visual Studio Live! from other conferences is the unique amount of access to the speakers. Get your questions answered in-between sessions, during meals and at fun evening events.

8. Now, New and Next. Learn what's happening in the world of Microsoft.

9. Network with Your Neighbors. Developers, software architects and designers will all be at the conference – take advantage of the meal times and networking events to get to know (and learn from!) your fellow attendees.

10. Viva Las Vegas! Stay and play at Visual Studio Live! headquarters – The MGM Grand Hotel & Casino.