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Conference Frequently Asked Questions

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 About the Conference

1. What are the STAREAST 2007 registration fees, and what do they cover?

2. What are the registration hours?

3. What is a typical daily schedule?

4. What is the dress code?

5. What is Software Quality Engineering’s cancellation policy?

6. How do I register multiple people?

7. How do I receive confirmation of my registration?

8. If my confirmation package or my invoice has not arrived within five to ten business days, what should I do?

9. Do I need to reserve a seat in any of the tutorials, workshops, or concurrent (a.k.a. track) sessions?

10. Should I bring a laptop computer?

11. Once I get to the hotel, how will I know where to go for the conference?

 Hotel and Travel

12. How can I arrange for hotel and travel to STAREAST 2007 in Orlando?

 About Software Quality Engineering

13. What is Software Quality Engineering?

14. How can I contact Software Quality Engineering?



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 About the Conference

1. What are the STAREAST 2007 registration fees, and what do they cover?
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 Description: Paid On/Before:
4/13/2007
Paid After:
4/13/2007
 One pre-conference tutorial on Monday and another on Tuesday, followed by three days of regular conference activities. $2,195 $2,395
 One pre-conference tutorial on either Monday or Tuesday, followed by three days of regular conference activities. $1,995 $2,195
 Three days of conference activities. $1,695 $1,895
 Two pre-conference tutorials. One each on Monday and Tuesday. $1,390 $1,590
 One pre-conference tutorial on either Monday or Tuesday. $795 $895
 Certification Training Course (3 days) + Conference * $3,690 $3,890
 Certification Training Course (3 days) * $2,195 $2,195

* To register for the Certification Course and the Conference, call 888-268-8770 or 904-278-0524. A $250 exam fee is included in the cost of the course registration.

Your registration includes continental breakfast, lunch and admission to conference events on the day(s) you are scheduled to attend sessions, tutorials, or workshops. Other meals, transportation, entertainment, and lodging are the responsibility of the attendee.

A check or credit card payment must be received at STAREAST headquarters by Friday, April 13, 2007, to take advantage of the lower conference rates listed above. 

2. What are the registration hours?
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  Registration hours vary, please note the following are registration hours for STAREAST 2007.

Sunday registration: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday registration: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday registration: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday registration: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday registration: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday registration: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

3. What is a typical daily schedule?
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  The Tutorials and Workshops are held on Monday and Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Concurrent Sessions are held on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at various times in 1-hour segments. Throughout the day there are breaks for refreshments, lunch, and a chance to visit the EXPO. The EXPO is open on Wednesday, May 16, 2007, from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 17, 2007, from 10:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

4. What is the dress code?
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  Casual, comfortable attire is recommended for speakers and attendees. In May, the weather ranges from the high 80's during the day to high 60's at night. You may wish to bring a light jacket or sweater for the evenings or varying temperatures in the hotel.

5. What is Software Quality Engineering’s cancellation policy?
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  Registrations cancelled after Friday, April 27, 2007, are subject to a 20% cancellation fee. No cancellations or refunds may be made after Friday, May 4, 2007. Substitutions may be made at any time before the first day of the program. TO CANCEL: Call the registrar at 904-278-0524 to obtain a cancellation code.

6. How do I register multiple people?
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  To register multiple people, please call the Client Support Group at 888-268-8770 or 904-278-0524.

7. How do I receive confirmation of my registration?
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  Once your registration has been received, a registration confirmation notice will be sent to you via email within 24 hours. Please verify that your email address is entered correctly on the registration form. A confirmation packet will be mailed upon receipt of payment.

8. If my confirmation package or my invoice has not arrived within five to ten business days, what should I do?
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  Contact the Software Quality Engineering Client Support Group by phone 888-268-8770 or 904-278-0524 or email [email protected].

9. Do I need to reserve a seat in any of the tutorials, workshops, or concurrent (a.k.a. track) sessions?
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  Seating is limited in Tutorials and Workshops, so please reserve your seat early. As we get closer to the conference, some tutorials/workshops may be full. In this case you will receive an email asking you to select another. The Wednesday through Friday track sessions do not require reservations. You may enter or leave any session at any time, space permitting.

10. Should I bring a laptop computer?
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  Although a laptop is not required for the conference, some tutorials require one. Please check the description for the one(s) you are attending to see if one is required. If you feel you need a laptop for additional note taking, Internet access, or another purpose, you are encouraged to bring one. Please note that Software Quality Engineering does not provide storage for laptops or other personal items at the conference.

11. Once I get to the hotel, how will I know where to go for the conference?
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  Once you arrive at the hotel, signs will be posted directing you to the conference. If you have any questions during the conference, feel free to ask a member of the STAREAST staff.

 Hotel and Travel

12. How can I arrange for hotel and travel to STAREAST 2007 in Orlando?
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  A LIMITED number of rooms is being held at the Rosen Centre Hotel for STAREAST attendees at a special conference rate. This discounted rate is good through April 20, 2007. Hurry, book your room now before the hotels fills up. Please visit www.sqe.com/se07hotel to make your reservations at the discounted conference rate.

The Rosen Centre Hotel is located at:
9840 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819


 About Software Quality Engineering

13. What is Software Quality Engineering?
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Better Software. It's project management, measurement and metrics, design and architecture, test and evaluation. It's agile methods, plan-driven and requirements-driven processes, software process improvement, business value, and ROI, as well as coverage on emerging technologies. It’s special reports, salary surveys, and a steady stream of ideas for software professionals focused on quality. www.BetterSoftware.com Better Software Magazine
Software Quality Engineering assists software professionals and organizations interested in boosting productivity, improving software practices, delivering more customer value, and increasing ROI. Software Quality Engineering hosts three of the industry’s most recognized software quality conferences including the STAR conference series and the Better Software Conference & EXPO. From the classroom to the Web, Software Quality Engineering delivers software testing and development training courses, and provides consulting services, specialized publications, and research. www.sqe.com Software Quality Engineering
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14. How can I contact Software Quality Engineering?
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  Reaching Software Quality Engineering is easy. You can email us at [email protected] (or any of the links at the bottom of all Software Quality Engineering site pages). You may call us at 904-278-0524 or 888-268-8770. You may fax us at 904-278-4380. Or we can be reached by mail at 330 Corporate Way, Suite 300, Orange Park, FL 32073.

 
 
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