Background
Most developers who start using Iron Speed Designer typically start with the online training class and use the knowledge derived from that class to start developing applications. The online training class explains the basics of Iron Speed Designer and does not really introduce the developers to all of the functionality and techniques that are available for robust, enterprise-class application development. Generally, developers create a first application, and then follow the same model for all other development, thereby utilizing only a small portion of Iron Speed Designer's full potential. Furthermore, developers might also discount using Iron Speed Designer for more complex projects in the future due to the perception that it can only be used for simple application development, when nothing could be further from the truth!
Overview
To bridge this gap, Light Speed Solutions and ETLI are offering a two-day workshop for developers who would like to learn how to develop robust business applications with Iron Speed Designer. We feel that this workshop is unique, in that it not only teaches the basics of Iron Speed Designer development, but also incorporates more advanced techniques taught by Iron Speed MVP Consultants, who have built many different types of business applications, and are uniquely qualified in designing and developing systems using Iron Speed Designer. Time will be spent offering tips and techniques on how to properly design databases, provide robust user security, navigation, interfaces with existing systems, integrating with third-party controls, etc.
The first day of the workshop is structured as a "class room" session, to take the participants through topics that are important for a well-designed application. It is important to note that this session is not considered a "class", but more of a "brain storming session". Based on the requirements of the group, topics can be added or skipped as necessary.
Most of the second day of the workshop will be spent taking the students/developers through the process of developing one of their applications. We find that it is much easier for participants to relate to their own data model and use cases being turned into an Iron Speed Designer Application before their eyes. While we obviously do not have the time to completely develop an application with all of the “bells and whistles”, we can make a very good start toward creating their data model, creating some dialogs based on the developer's look and feel, and offering suggestions on how to utilize Iron Speed Designer in the best possible manner for their unique environment. Establishing a proper development infrastructure at a client can greatly enhance and streamline the entire development and maintenance process. We will also offer input on which third-party tools might work well for them, along with recommended code customizations, to generate a customized, maintainable application. Participants will leave the session with a much greater appreciation for all the possibilities of robust application development using Iron Speed Designer.
This version of the workshop is for a single customer and offers the advantage of focusing exclusively on one set of requirements and conducting design sessions for one or multiple systems for a customer. While we have no limit on the number of people at these single-company sessions, we require a minimum of three people to attend the workshop. A large number of people at these sessions tend to be counter-productive, with six to eight people being the maximum productive group.
This workshop is being offered to customers at a cost of $995 per person. Please contact us to schedule a private workshop for your company.
Logistics
These workshops will be held at the Light Speed Solutions offices in Farmingdale, New York. Another major difference between the workshops and the Fundamentals course is that two Iron Speed MVP Consultants are made available for the entire duration of the workshop, to be able to assist the students with any design, development, and implementation issues. Also, a graphic designer is also provided to assist with any logos and style sheet generation to ensure a professional "look and feel". A dedicated administrative assistant will coordinate hotel reservations, meals, and any other logistics issues during the workshop.