It is because of the generours contributions of our sponsors that PDXUX.Net meetings are free and open to the public. We are very appreciative our our sponsors and would hope that you would take some time in learning more about them.

• Silvertail Software Silvertail Software is a software consultancy focused on combining rich user experiences with traditional line of business (LOB) applications. Their areas of expertise include Microsoft Silverlight, Adobe Flex, and AJAX technologies.
• Robert Half Technology Robert Half Technology is a leading provider of technology professionals on a project and full-time basis. With more than 100 locations in North America, South America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region including a Portland based office, the company provides highly skilled talent, for IT initiatives ranging from web development and multiplatform systems integration to network security and technical support. For more information about Robert Half Technology or to learn about online job search opportunities, please call them in Portland at (503) 222-0946 or visit www.rht.com.

• InformIT / Pearson Education InformIT is the online presence of the family of information technology publishers and brands of Pearson Education, the world's largest educational publisher. InformIT is home to the leading technology publishing imprints Addison-Wesley Professional, Cisco Press, ExamCram, IBM Press, Prentice Hall Professional, QUE, and Sams.
• O'Reilly O'Reilly Media spreads the knowledge of innovators through its books, online services, magazine, and conferences. Since 1978, O'Reilly has been a chronicler and catalyst of leading-edge development, homing in on the technology trends that really matter and spurring their adoption by amplifying "faint signals" from the alpha geeks who are creating the future. An active participant in the technology community, the company has a long history of advocacy, meme-making, and evangelism.
• Microsoft Microsoft isn't just a giant corporation without a face. Get to know your Regional Director and the Developer Evangelists who cover your area. These are the folks responsible for sponsoring PDXUX.Net and helping us get off the ground.