Libby will start with a perspective on the early history of Flex platform as seen by a key player in its creation, looking at how Flex evolved from an initial concept into the major force in RIA development that it is today. The rest of the talk will provide a business perspective on current RIA development, looking at how the landscape has evolved and how Flex and other platforms have essentially changed the terms of how software gets built now. Libby will also talk about her experience since Macromedia in designing and developing RIA products that successfully address the online market.

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Presenter: Libby Freligh

Our speaker, Libby Freligh, was a key player in the original definition, creation and launch of the Macromedia Flex platform, and our talk will take a fascinating look at the genesis of the platform from a business and product management angle, as well as a look at the present and the future.

Libby Freligh is a passionate, customer-focused business and product development manager with 17 years experience in the software industry. Her work revolves around business results, new market development, customer-centered product development and an intense enthusiasm for exciting technology and engineering. She was Senior Product Manager for the Flex platform at the time of its launch by Macromedia. After that, Libby worked developing the European market for Brightcove, and most recently was VP of Products for Internet Broadcasting Corporation.

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Please join us after 6:30pm for discussion and refreshments. Talk begins promptly at 7pm.

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