Windows Communicationÿ Foundation (WCF) is Microsoft's new platform for developing distributed applications. It is a unification of the existing communication technologies, like Remoting and web services, into a single, simplified programming model. This presentation will introduce you to WCF. We will touch upon a wide number of topics including the ABCs of WCF (Address, Binding, and Contracts), hosting services, security, and migration.

Michael Levy is a software consultant with Strategic Data Systems. Mike specializes in application development using Microsoft .NET, Microsoft SQL Server and other technologies. He holds multiple Microsoft certifications including Solution Developer (MCSD.NET) and Database Administrator (MCDBA). Mike is a frequent contributor to various technical journals and has spoken at multiple conferences, seminars, and user-groups.