Presentations & Events

Vancouver TechFest Event: Implementing State Machine using Windows Workflow Foundation

Burnaby, BC — February 24, 2007

 
Venue: BCIT (SW5 - 1840) — 3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Almost all enterprise software to-date is designed to support business processes. Some of these processes can be automated, but most require human interaction at different points and in varying levels. Microsoft’s Windows Workflow Foundation (WF) was created to assist developers in supporting simple to complex business processes without getting lost in a quagmire of disparate systems and unmanageable code. As a core component of Microsoft’s .NET Framework version 3.0, WF gives a tremendous amount power to developers to create flexible, easy to understand (visible) and easy to control Sequential and State Machine workflows. Join Mike and Peter as they introduce Windows Workflow Foundation and show you how to implement a real-world business process using a WF State Machine workflow.

About the Speakers

Peter McFarlane
As a Senior Technical Specialist at Habañero, Peter McFarlane is responsible for requirements gathering, architecting business solutions, and leading development teams. He also leads communications and training within the engineering department and helps facilitate Habañero’s Technical Centres of Excellence. Peter has extensive experience in a wide range of Microsoft and Java technologies and demonstrated skills in advanced database design and manipulation and rich- and web-client technologies. Known for his keen problem solving skills and proven leadership abilities, Peter applies his technical knowledge across a wide range of business domains. Prior to joining Habañero, Peter gained development and leadership experience as Technical Lead and Lead Mentor at JJ People for three years and as Senior Consultant at FDM Group for four years. He graduated from the Information Technology Institute in Moncton, NB with a diploma in Information Technology after serving in the Canadian Forces Primary Reserve, 1st Battalion North Nova Scotia Highlanders. When he’s not burning the midnight oil, Peter enjoys playing his guitar, snowboarding, and skydiving in his old kilt.

Mike Jensen
Senior Technical Specialist Mike Jensen is responsible for architecting business solutions and leading development teams. Mike has extensive experience in a wide range of Microsoft and Java technologies and has particular expertise in application integration and rich- and web-client technologies. Known for his problem solving and leadership abilities, Mike applies his technical skills across a wide range of business domains. Prior to joining Habañero, Mike gained development and analysis experience as Senior Systems Developer with Accenture Business Services and as an independent consultant working for clients like the Department of Fisheries and Oceans. He holds a Bachelor of Science with a major in Applied Mathematics from the Simon Fraser University. When he is not researching new technologies, you can find Mike on the golf course, baseball field, or basketball court.