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Publication: Adding Custom Quick Access Buttons to the Page Editing Toolbar in SharePoint Server 2007
Learn how to create and add custom buttons to the Quick Access button area of the Page Editing toolbar used in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) 2007 Web Content Management (WCM) sites.- Published on
Publication: Adding Code-Behind Files to Master Pages and Page Layouts in SharePoint Server 2007
Learn to use code-behind files within master pages and page layouts that are used in Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) 2007 Web content management (WCM) publishing sites.- Published on
Blog: Split TechEd US Brings Disappointment to SharePoint Pros
TechEd US to be split into two weeks, 1st week for dev & 2nd week for IT pros, but a dissenting voice thinks it’s a bad move.- Published on
Blog: My MOSS WCM STSADM custom commands have been updated
A MOSS WCM Publishing site developer updated their custom commands, including resolving memory issues with the PublishAllItems command.- Published on
Blog: SharePoint CAML Files: When to Use Curly Brackets with GUIDs
Learn when to use curly brackets in SharePoint CAML files when creating a GUID. Follow these guidelines for SharePoints Sites.- Published on
Blog: How to do Code Behind Files in SharePoint v3 Sites
I’ve clarified a previous post on SharePoint development platform and addressed questions on how to do code behind files in SharePoint v3 sites.- Published on
Blog: SharePoint is a good development platform for applications*
In this article, I clarify that not all apps should be built on SharePoint. I address complaints about source control and SDL in SharePoint.- Published on
Blog: My CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Devs: Overview
The post is an introduction to a series on AC’s VS CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Devs. Part 1 provides an overview of the tools- Published on
Blog: My CodeRush/Refactor Tools - using String Providers
Join me in exploring AC’s VS CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Devs in a series of articles. In Part 1, I provide an overview of the tools.- Published on
Blog: My CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Publishing Sites
In Part 1 of my series, I introduce AC’s VS CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Devs and provide an overview of the tools. Join me in exploring them.- Published on
Blog: My CodeRush/Refactor Tools - working with Templates
Join me in exploring AC’s VS CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Devs. In my series, I introduce the tools and provide an overview in Part 1.- Published on
Blog: Announcing AC's VS CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Devs (Part 1 of 5)
Sick of writing feature.xml files & creating new GUIDs? Well, I’ve been working on tools I use on a day-to-day basis that speed up my SharePoint development.- Published on
Blog: AC's VS CodeRush/Refactor Tools for SharePoint Developers
Enhancements for Visual Studio 2005/2008 developers with CodeRush and Refactor! Pro. Latest releases tested, download section to be updated.- Published on
Publication: Real World SharePoint 2007: Indispensable Experiences From 16 MOSS and WSS MVPs
I contributed one chapter on WCM along with chapters written by the most well-known SharePoint experts in the field, this book arms you with in-depth information on the critical areas within the platform.- Published on
Blog: Finding all references where a master page, page layout, or other file is used in a MOSS 2007 Publishing (WCM) site
Seems to be quite a common question popping up recently… people are trying to delete their master page or page layout (or some other file) from the Master Page Gallery but keep getting an error.- Published on
Publication: MOSS 2007 Web Content Management Developer Training
Learn Office SharePoint Server 2007 (MOSS) Web Content Management (WCM) development with Critical Path Training and my course.- Published on
Blog: Mea Culpa: Don't use visible Features to deploy custom tasks
Author admits oversight in previous post on creating custom tasks in WSS v3, using WSS Feature for task registration; shares intention to correct- Published on
Blog: Best Damn SharePoint Dev Books: A Not-So-Exhaustive List
Discover the top Best Damn SharePoint Books as recommended by the author. With a focus on development, these books are essential.- Published on
Blog: Announcing 3 CodePlex Projects for MOSS WCM Elements Sharing
Andrew Connell and Spencer Harbar announce three CodePlex projects for sharing useful publishing site elements built with MOSS WCM features.- Published on
Blog: Opening links in new windows from a SharePoint list
Scot Hillier has added a new feature to his SharePoint 2007 Features CodePlex project, which deploys a Window Links list with various customization options- Published on
Blog: Recap & Reflecting on the the APAC SharePoint Conference
Id like to express my gratitude to the hosts for not only the conference but also for the wonderful city tour and their recommendations.- Published on
Blog: Climbing Sydney Harbour Bridge after SharePoint Conference
In this article, I recount my thrilling experience climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge with friends after the SharePoint Conference.- Published on
Blog: Reflecting on Days 2 & 3 while in Sydney, Australia
On my second day in Sydney, I prepared demos and talks, but also took the time to enjoy lunch at Doyles and dinner at Cafe Sydney with my colleagues.- Published on
Blog: Using OOTB JavaScript Functions to Modify SharePoint Pages
I’ll show you how to use SharePoint’s OOTB JavaScript functions to easily switch pages to edit mode or display the Web Part tool pane.- Published on
Blog: Announcing The First MOSS 2007 WCM Specific Developer Course
Announcing the first-ever course focused solely on MOSS 2007 Web Content Management for developers. No admin topics, just WCM for 4 days.- Published on
Blog: The next great STSADM command... fix many of your problems!
New command being developed to solve SharePoint issues in publishing sites, for simplified URL handling and object creation. Free beta download soon.- Published on
Blog: Creating Custom SharePoint Timer Jobs (Automated Cron Jobs)
After 40+ comments showed up on my timer job post from a few weeks back, I thought the post needed some clarification. That’s what this post is about.- Published on
Blog: Creating custom SharePoint timer jobs... part deux
The post clarifies how to create custom timer jobs in SharePoint, providing a new article with a Visual Studio project, source, and WSP file.- Published on
Blog: Debugging 'Unknown Error Occurred' in SharePoint v3
SharePoint v3 developers often face Unknown error occurred message. Inspect web page source to get more details for debugging.- Published on
Blog: Office SharePoint Server 2007 Timer Jobs - Create Your Own.
In this article, I want to share how you can create a custom timer job for your SharePoint environments. This is a super useful tool.- Published on
Publication: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Administrator Companion
Provides a definitive, one-stop reference for the practical information you need to plan, deploy, maintain, and support Office SharePoint Server 2007 solutions. I was a contributor on this project.- Published on
Blog: Hiding field controls in a page layout from presentation
Learn how you can use EditModePanel server control in SharePoint Server to show field controls in edit mode only with no custom code required.- Published on
Publication: Developer's Guide to the Windows SharePoint Services v3 Platform
The Developer’s Guide to Windows SharePoint Services v3 Platform teaches developers how to build solutions that leverage the WSS v3 platform. I was a contributor on this project.- Published on
Blog: Using Visual Studio 2005, MakeCab.exe and MSBuild to Create Window SharePoint Services v3 Solution Files (*.WSP's)
In this post, I’ll explain how to create WSP’s in Visual Studio 2005 with MakeCab.exe and MSBuild… something VS2005 can’t do by default.- Published on
Blog: Move layout files: WSS features & solutions & Visual Studio
In my latest post, I highly recommend using WSS features and solutions to move layout files, and I explain how to build them using Visual Studio. Check it out.- Published on
Blog: Move Content Between Envs: SharePoint Features & Solutions
In response to a frequently asked question, the answer is to use SharePoint Features & Solutions to move content between development and other environments.- Published on
Blog: AC's WCM Custom Commands for STSADM.EXE - Change Log
This page contains a complete log of all additions and updates to [AC’s WCM Custom Commands for STSADM.EXE.- Published on
Blog: New Release of My SharePoint WCM Custom Commands for STSADM
Learn about the recent release of my WCM Custom Commands to help you manage your SharePoint Server 2007 WCM Publishing sites.- Published on
Blog: Streamline MOSS 2007 WCM Workflow for Faster Publishing
The post discusses the tedious process of checking-in, approving, and publishing numerous items in MOSS 2007 WCM and offers a solution.- Published on
Serie: Announcing SharePoint WCM Custom Commands for STSADM.EXE
As an experienced SharePoint developer, I have shared custom STSADM.EXE commands I wrote for SharePoint 2007 WCM site developers.- Published on
Blog: SharePoint Server WCM Custom Commands for STSADM.EXE
Enhance your SharePoint with custom STSADM commands by Andrew Connell. Streamline admin tasks and extend functionality for a robust MOSS 2007 experience.- Published on
Blog: Config SharePoint Server 2007 WCM sites: dual + anon auth
In this article, learn how you can configure a SharePoint Server 2007 WCM site for dual authentication & to support anonymous access.- Published on
Blog: Understanding SharePoint 2007 Features with Ted Pattison
The post recommends Ted Pattison’s article on understanding MOSS 2007 Features, and shares other resources on SharePoint Features.- Published on
Blog: Get Public Key Token & Blob for Signed Assembly in VS 2005
The text describes a new way for Web Part developers to obtain the public key token and blob for a signed assembly using Visual Studio 2005.- Published on
Blog: MOSS 2007 Beta 2 Upgrade Warning - Publishing Sites
A warning to creators of Publishing sites in MOSS 2007 Beta 2: an upgrade to B2TR will break the site, requiring deletion and recreation.- Published on
Blog: Web Content Management in MOSS 2007: Terminology Explained
A article aims to clarify the terms related to Web Content Management in MOSS 2007, including WSS v3, MOSS 2007, and SharePoint Server.- Published on
Blog: MOSS 2007 Warmup Script for SharePoint Demos & Presentations
Joel Oleson shared MOSS 2007 warm-up scripts to compile SharePoint pages & warm-up admin interfaces for demos/presentations.- Published on
Blog: SharePoint Designer vs. Visual Studio for Workflow Authoring
At JAXDUG, McNamee discussed MOSS and Office System goals. Interest sparked in SharePoint Designers workflow authoring. Upcoming comparison with Visual Studio.- Published on
Blog: Introducing a WCM specific link and resources list
The article discusses how Web Content Management (WCM) has been overshadowed by MOSS in SharePoint, and explains how it is built on WSS and ASP- Published on
Serie: SharePoint Web Content Management Links and Resources
Explore resources for WCM, part of the ECM strategy in MOSS 2007, built on WSS v3. Check out this page for helpful links