What a year… how to get started with 2010
It’s been an incredible year, and I want to personally thank everyone for their comments, suggestions, engagement at all levels with SharePoint 2007 and with SharePoint 2010.
As you are fully aware by now, we have released the public beta of SharePoint and Office 2010 along with SQL Server 2008R2 CTP. Here’s how you can get started with your own SharePoint 2010 environment and take a look at all the exciting new features, capabilities, and problems you can begin to solve.
The main site for all your SharePoint 2010 information – SharePoint2010.Microsoft.com
Here’s a quick link to the various pieces you can download to get the ultimate business intelligence experience. While not all are required, I think once you get to see, touch, feel, and smell (had to throw it in there) what you can do, how easily all the components fall together, and the sheer magnitude of capabilities you’ll be very impressed.
The bits:
- Download the Beta of SharePoint 2010
- Download the Beta of Office 2010
- Download SQL Server 2008R2 CTP (64-bit)
- Download PowerPivot for Excel 2010 (server bits for SharePoint come with SQL Server 2008R2 CTP)
Key Info:
- SharePoint Server 2010 Evaluation Guide
- Getting started with SharePoint 2010
- SharePoint 2010 Insights Poster
- SharePoint 2010 TechCenter and Business Intelligence TechCenter
- Configuration guide for PowerPivot in SharePoint and for Reporting Services in SharePoint
- PowerPivot site for some good examples, and general info.
Also check out what’s new for Excel Services, PerformancePoint Services, and some of the things that you can do today.
Wishing everyone every bit of happiness and health for the holidays, and New Year.