Sun to Host 2005 Worldwide Developer Conference

Sun Microsystems, Inc. (sun.com announced that the JavaOne, Sun's 2005 World Wide Developer Conference, will be held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco from June 27-30, 2005.

The JavaOne conference is the definitive venue for companies to highlight their latest implementations, solutions and business success using Java technology.

With over 4.5 million developers worldwide, Java technology has one of the most vibrant developer communities that fuels more applications in the workplace, the home and the micro device playground than any other software technology. The JavaOne conference is the annual gathering of the greatest minds driving that technological innovation.

The JavaOne conference provides attendees with an unparalleled opportunity to learn from the creators and foremost experts in the Java technology arena and will feature in-depth technical and Birds-of-a-Feather sessions as well as a compelling general session schedule. The 2005 conference will encompass more than 300 sessions focused on the following topics:

 Foundational Java Language and Platform Technologies
 Core Enterprise Technologies
 Java Technology on the Desktop
 Cutting Edge-Use of Java Technology
 Java Technology for the Web
 Java Technology in Mobile Devices

The popular Duke's Choice Awards are returning for the third year to celebrate extreme innovation in the world of Java technology. Sun CEO Scott McNealy will recognize the coolest Java technology applications with awards presented during his keynote during the event.

The JavaOne conference is the leading event for Java technology developers. Established in 1996, the conference provides Java technology enthusiasts the opportunity to learn about the latest Java technology innovations, get hands-on experience with the technology, network with their peers, and have the opportunity to network directly with technology experts from Java technology industry leaders.