Earl I. Macdonald
seattle, wa
- Gender: Male
- Interested In: Neither
- Member since: 2007-01-13 00:00:00
- Last log-in: 2007-05-14 00:00:00
- Events: 5
Events:
Howard Jones Acoustic Duo
Where: The Triple Door
Date: 2008-01-28 19:30:00
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Howard Jones was one of the most recognizable figures of mid-'80's synth-pop. His music helped him rack up a string of hits in the mid-and late '80's like 'Things Can Only Get Better,' 'No One is to Blame,' and 'Everlasting Love.' He will be appearing in acoustic mode on piano and vocals accompanied by highly respected guitarist Robin Boult.
Rafe Esquith: Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire
Where: Town Hall Seattle
Date: 2008-01-22 19:30:00
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His new book, 'Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire,' is a roadmap for convincing students to fully and energetically embrace learning. Equith, who is still a classroom teacher, talks about his techniques and is joined by eight of his students who perform Shakespeare and rock 'n roll.
Travis Morrison
Where: The Sunset (Formerly the Sunset Tavern)
Date: 2008-03-17 20:00:00
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Travis Morrisson is from The Dismemberment Plan. Hailing from Seattle, Washington, the band plays alternative/experimental music and features Josh, Par Andreasson, Brendan Bosworth, Ryan Richter, James McAlister, Casey Foubert, Eli Thompson, Frank Lenz, Daniel Sutliff, Charlie Smith, Joshua Raymer and Daniel Hunt.
Effective Agile Planning with SolutionsIQ
Where: The Harbor Club Seattle
Date: 2008-04-02 00:00:00
Type:
Maintaining a product vision through iterative and incremental steps provides a challenge for teams. The use of traditional methods in defining deliverables through empirical process control can be exhausting and ineffective. This workshop will prepare customers, advocates for the customer, and product development teams for effective iterative and incremental planning with specific tools and techniques proven through real world projects. SolutionsIQ Agile Coaches will share practical examples from their deep experience in using multiple Agile and non-Agile planning techniques. Key Benefits: - Learn to effectively use the User Story for planning - Aligning analysis with value-driven planning - How acceptance can drive planning and implementation - Acceptance testing tools and techniques - Defining “Done” through executable requirements - The importance of estimating size and deriving duration - Techniques for estimating - When and how to re-estimate - How and when to perform release and iteration planning - Tips for communicating progress The SolutionsIQ Difference: SolutionsIQ Agile consultants are not just trainers; they are leading practitioners and Thought Leaders in the field. Their real-life knowledge and skills transfer provides unparalleled perspective. Who Should Attend/Prerequisites: Business Analysts, Functional Analysts, Subject Matter Experts, Scrum Product Owners, Quality Assurance, ScrumMasters, Delivery Team Members, XP Coaches April 2 - 3 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily
El Bapa
Where: Triple Door Mainstage
Date: 2008-04-25 21:00:00
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El Bapa is the latest and greatest entry to the groove music scene in Seattle. Consisting of Ty Bailie on organ, Dave Elvin on drums and Jason Parker on trumpet, this versatile trio will have you snapping your fingers and tapping your toes before you even know what what hit you!