Bookstore
Moscone Center - South Upper Lobby
Find the latest selection of books on Java technology and other technologies being covered at the Conference in the Bookstore, sponsored by Digital Guru Technical Bookshops. You can shop for a variety of Java technology books and manuals, including many brand-new titles that are launching at the bookstore this year. You'll save 20 percent off cover prices!
Be sure to get your newly purchased books signed at the bookstore's Meet the Authors station. Visit the Bookstore for the book-signing schedule!
| Bookstore Hours: |
| Monday, May 7: |
8:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Tuesday, May 8: |
7:30 am - 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday, May 9: |
7:30 am - 8:00 pm |
| Thursday, May 10: |
7:30 am - 8:00 pm |
| Friday, May 11: |
7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
Retail Store
Moscone Center - North Concorse
Pick up your favorite Java technology memorabilia and keepsakes at the Retail Store, everything from Duke coffee mugs and T-shirts to desktop accessories and collectors' edition items!
| Retail Store Hours: |
| Tuesday, May 8: |
10:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday, May 9: |
10:00 am - 7:00 pm |
| Thursday, May 10: |
10:00 am - 7:00 pm |
| Friday, May 11: |
10:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast: Tuesday - Friday, 7:00am - 9:00am Hall A
Lunch: Tuesday - Friday, 12:00am - 2:00pm Hall A
(On Monday, Breakfast for Java University ONLY from 7:00am - 9:00am and Lunch from 12:30pm - 1:30pm)
Relax and recharge with fellow JavaOne conference attendees. Both breakfast and lunch are included with your Conference Pass. If you requested a special meal in advance, please ask any staff member for assistance.
The "Lunchtable Talks" are opportunities for you to find colleagues in the same industry or with similar interests. Be sure to look for the signs on the lunch tables to network with new peers.
Duke's Corner Photo Sessions
Just outside the entrance to Hall D
Have your picture taken with Duke and take it home as a souvenir!
Hacker Stations
Conveniently located in the South Upper Lobby, North Concourse, and throughout the JavaOne Pavilion, Hacker Stations offer online access so you can check email, surf the web, and log in to Schedule Builder to get the most up-to-date session information and check your schedule.
Cyber Lounges
JavaOne Pavilion, Hall D
The Cyber Lounges on the Pavilion floor are your place to go online to check email, surf the web, and handle any personal business. Open during regulator Pavilion hours.
JavaOne Pavilion
Hall D
The JavaOne Pavilion is an opportunity to meet face-to-face with experts from leading technology companies who understand your development needs. Test-drive new tools and methodologies for the Java platform that will support your development efforts and enhance your career.
| JavaOne Pavilion Hours: |
| Tuesday, May 8: |
11:30 am - 8:30 pm
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm (JavaOne Pavilion Welcome Reception) |
| Wednesday, May 9: |
11:30 am - 4:30 pm |
| Thursday, May 10: |
11:30 am - 4:30 pm |
Spin-the-Wheel Game
JavaOne Pavilion - Hall D, Sun Booth
Registered attendees of the JavaOne conference visit the Sun Microsystems booth to get the answers to questions on a quiz card. The completed quiz card entitles them to spin the wheel and win a prize. There are five levels of prizes, including one grand prize per day.
Get Connected - With the JavaOne Conference Event Connect Tool!
As a JavaOne conference attendee, you can now connect with the Conference community through the JavaOne Conference Event Connect tool. The easy-to-use matching, searching, and visualization tools enable you to quickly identify other attendees with whom you can exchange knowledge and share best practices. None of your personal information will be shared; create your profile and interests and include as little or as much information about yourself as you prefer.
Presentation Theater
JavaOne Pavilion - Hall D
Take a seat and relax while catching up on the latest advancements in Java technology. The Presentation Theater in the JavaOne Pavilion is host to three full days of dynamic presentations, including product showcases from cosponsors and exhibitors, Duke's Choice Award winners, and Q&A sessions with some of the most popular session speakers. Be sure to check it out!
Collaboration Corners on the Pavilion Floor
JavaOne Pavilion - Hall D
Got a great idea? Need to solve a specific development problem? Come to the Collaboration Corners located on the Pavilion floor. These special areas give you the opportunity to share ideas, collaborate with fellow developers, and work out your next big challenge. White boards, chairs, and a variety of color markers will be provided!
Mobility and Device Village
JavaOne Pavilion, Hall D
If you specialize in mobile application development or are simply interested in becoming a Java ME developer, the Mobility and Device Village on the JavaOne Pavilion floor is the place to be!
See real-life commercial Java ME applications, tools, and deployment programs in the market today. This zone is reserved exclusively for companies throughout the Java ME value chain, including operators, handset and device manufacturers, technology vendors, mobile data service
providers, and application developers.
Startup Exhibitor Alley
JavaOne Pavilion - Hall D
The Startup Exhibitor Alley, a new zone in the JavaOne Pavilion, hosts companies that are first-time participants in the Conference. Meet with smaller, creative companies introducing their innovative solutions and services to the global Java community and learn how their products will enrich your development experience. Stop by and welcome our new startup exhibitors to the Conference.
Massage Station
JavaOne Pavilion - Hall D
The 2007 JavaOne conference invites all attendees to relax, refresh, and prepare for the next infusion of Java technology knowledge! Visit the massage station on the Pavilion floor for a 10-minute complimentary seated massage, foot massage, or both!
Refer A Friend Redemption
Retail Store, North Concourse
Tuesday - Thursday, 10:00am - 2:00pm
If you participated in our Refer a Friend Program and your friends registered using your Registration I.D. number, you can claim your Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) Game System (if you referred 5-9 or more friends who registered) or T-shirt (if you referred 1-4 friends who registered) at the Retail Store located in the North Concourse.
*Available only to paid Conference Pass and Conference Plus Pass attendees and while supplies last. Refer to the Rules for more information!
SDN Channel
Membership in the Sun Developer Network is like having your own backstage pass inside Sun! Join more than 1.7 million developers backstage at the Sun Developer Network.
Becoming a member has its benefits:
 | Access to 2007 JavaOne conference multimedia sessions online |
| Free developer tools, including Sun Java Studio Creator, Sun Java Studio
Enterprise, Sun Studio software, and the Sun Java System Application Server Platform Edition |
| Access to more than 200 technical forums |
| 40 percent off technical books from SMI Press |
| And too much more to list |
Visit developers.sun.com to find out more! Visit the Sun Developer Network booth, and bring your backstage pass with you to see if it's a winning pass. Your backstage pass is located inside your JavaOne conference bag in the Sun Developer Network All Access Kit.
Win Prizes for Submitting Session Evaluations and Completing the Post-Conference Survey
If you complete the Session Evaluations you have a chance to win a $75 gift certificate redeemable at the Retail Store at the JavaOne conference or a $75 gift certificate to the Java(TM) Wear and Books online catalog store. Be sure to turn in your session evaluation forms daily for entry into the drawing. We announce five winners each day of the Conference. The more evaluations you turn in, the greater your odds of winning! Download the Session Survey Drawing Rules
Additionally, we will be sending out surveys to the 2007 JavaOne conference attendees a few weeks after the Conference concludes. We pay close attention to feedback from JavaOne conference attendees as it is extremely valuable in helping us develop next year's Conference. Once you complete your survey and you will be entered into a drawing to win one of two $500 cash prizes*. Winners will be posted on the JavaOne conference website. Download the Post-conference Survey Drawing Rules
* Participation is limited to legal residents of U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) and Canada (excluding Quebec) 18 years or older.
Bike to JavaOne
To make biking to the JavaOne conference as convenient as possible, Sun has partnered with the San Francisco Bike Coalition (SFBC) to offer a free "Bike Valet" service daily from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. PDT in front of the Moscone Center South Hall. The San Francisco Bike Coalition is a non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to promoting the bicycle for everyday transportation. SFBC staffers will watch over bikes and give riders free advice on how to keep their cycles in top shape.
Shuttle Service
Shuttle Service to and from various hotels is available for your convenience during the JavaOne conference. Information on shuttle service boarding locations and routes is available at the JavaOne Information Counter located on the Pavilion floor.
Virtual Flying Dukes Programming Competition
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Create and animate a 3D avatar that catches a t-shirt launched from a virtual stage using jMonkeyEngine (jME). Prizes will be awarded to the first 50 contestants who correctly solve the problem, with larger prizes for the most creative, humorous, and realistic solutions. More
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