Java Internet Business Expo, a Softbank Forums event, is the only forum to focus on networked enterprises that are using or planning to deploy Java™ and Internet-based business solutions. Leading Internet enterprise vendors and educators will present, demonstrate and discuss the most innovative products, services and emerging technologies in the market today. More than 15,000 attendees are expected to attend Java Internet Business Expo, scheduled for August 25-28 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York. Java Internet Business Expo is sponsored by Sun Microsystems, Inc. and co-sponsored by IBM, Microsoft Corporation, Oracle Corporation and Sybase.

"Java is a transformational technology, one that has already unleashed tremendous creative and inventive energy within major industry vendors and ISVs alike," said Melinda Kendall, vice president and general manager of Java Internet Business Expo. "Our recent white paper, Java in the Enterprise, clearly shows that now is the time that organizations are actively testing and beginning to deploy Java-based applications to solve business-critical workflow processes. The research also shows that many organizations see Java as a strategic technology to leverage information that offers competitive advantages today and in the future."

Keynote Sessions

The leading CEOs that are driving the Java revolution will deliver a series of keynote speeches during Java Internet Business Expo. The speakers will present their visions of Java in the enterprise and discuss real-world business applications. The keynotes form the Expo's foundation and provide an overall context for the conference and exposition.

"It's Already Happened ..." - Tuesday, August 26, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. - Scott McNealy, Chairman, CEO and President - Sun Microsystems, Inc.

"End-to-End Java: The Reality is Now" - Tuesday, August 26, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. - John M. Thompson, Senior Vice President & Software Group Executive - IBM

"Charting a Course in a Networked World" - Wednesday, August 27, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. - Dr. Eric Stemmed, Chairman and CEO - Novel, Inc.

"Enabling the Information Age Through Network Computing" - Wednesday, August 27, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. - Lawrence J. Ellison, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer - Oracle Corporation

"The Networked Enterprise" - Thursday, August 26, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. - James L. Barksdale, President and Chief Executive Officer - Netscape Communications

Main Conference

More than 50 General Conference Sessions, divided into five professional tracks, are scheduled for August 26-28. Tracks center around such current trends as: Enterprise Computing With Java; Applying Java in the Real World; Java Commerce and Security; Java Development Practice and Tools; and Java Technologies and Roadmap for the Future.

Special Programs

Three, all-day sessions held on Monday, August 25 deliver compelling and complete information on Java development and technology training as well as Java business development and investment opportunities. Programs include:

* Java for the Enterprise presented by Sun Microsystems, Inc. The program gives developers a clear understanding of Sun Microsystems's Java vision and the direction of Java technology.

* Java Training presented by Microsoft. A day of strategy discussions and technical training that offers in-depth content on Microsoft's Java technology offerings.

* Venture Summit for Java Technology presented by The Red Herring Magazine. An investment and business development mini-conference includes presentations by CEOs of more than 20 leading Java developers. Meet with venture capitalists, investment bankers, entrepreneurs, etc. who are building businesses with Java and driving technology development.

Free Expo Events

Experience hands-on demonstrations and innovative presentations by the leading vendors in the Internet enterprise market. Visit the Technology Showcases that include the Digital Media Showcase, E-Commerce and Security and Embedded Java. Attendees are invited to the Spotlights, Solutions Symposia, and Presentation Theaters to receive more in-depth product information. Attendees can also visit the SoftFair Career Expo, a Westech event located in Javits Convention Center, to check out new opportunities in Java.

Solutions Symposia

Free to attendees, each day-long symposia will focus on a specific piece of technology of critical interest to the enterprise computing professional, and will explore the general issues of the technology followed by specific solutions offered by vendors sponsoring the symposium. Compare and assess alternative solutions in this informative, product-driven forum. Symposia topics include: Push Technology, Web Access to Enterprise Assets, E-Commerce & Security, Web Authoring Tools, and The Web-Enabled Enterprise: Removing the Barriers Between the Mainframe and the Internet.

Spotlights

These 45 minute product training sessions provide attendees with an opportunity to examine how emerging technologies can be used to solve current problems. Spotlights are designed to demonstrate what a technology can do and to provide real insight into the technology's level of maturity. These creative, educational and editorial interactive events are free to all Expo attendees.

The Java Classroom

Selection of one-hour classroom sessions taught by top industry experts. Classes are designed for IS/IT professionals, senior management technical staff and line-of business management. Classrooms include the following topics: Making JavaStation Systems Work for Business, Is Java a Security Threat?, and Java for Business Managers.

Online Event Planner

The Online Event Planner, sponsored by IBM, helps attendees manage their time more effectively at Java Internet Business Expo. Attendees can search for specific product or technology categories, exhibitor booth numbers, detailed information on conference sessions, special interest seminars and tutorials. Attendees can create and print personalized event schedules selecting from the full scope of Java Internet Business Expo offerings. The Event Planner may be accessed at www.javaexpo.sbforums.com and at the IBM Network Stations located in the Crystal Palace section of Jacob K. Javits Convention Center or on the Expo floor in booth #435.

JavaWorld Editors' Choice Awards

At Java Internet Business Expo, JavaWorld, IDG's magazine for Java developers and enthusiasts, will announce winners of the first JavaWorld Editors' Choice Awards. The awards will honor developer products as well as the individuals and companies who have contributed to the success and progress of Java. Categories include Best Java Application, Most Valuable Company, Most Valuable Product, and multiple developer tools awards. The editors will also honor the individual who has had the biggest impact on the success and popularity of Java by placing his or her name in the JavaWorld Hall of Fame. Winners will be announced and awards presented on Tuesday, August 26 at 11:00a.m. in the Java Classroom (booth #1003) on the Expo floor.

Java Internet Business Expo, the first Internet conference and exposition focused entirely on the issues facing business professionals developing Java and Internet-based solutions, offers an interactive forum for the emerging community of IT professionals using Java technology as the foundation for cross-platform Internet, intranet and extranet applications.

For additional information, contact Softbank Forums at 888-528-2397 (U.S. only) or 415-372-7069, or visit the web site at http://www.javaexpo.sbforums.com.