Sun Microsystems,the creator and leading advocate of Java technology,has announced that registration and call for exhibitors is now open for the 2006 JavaOne Conference. Located at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, May 16-19, the JavaOne Conference is the definitive venue for the Java industry to highlight their latest implementations, innovations and success stories in Java technology.

Sun also announces the following cosponsors of the 2006 JavaOne Conference:
Platinum - IBM, Oracle
Gold - Justsystem, SAP
Silver - Quest Software, Terracotta

The JavaOne Conference provides attendees with a virtually unparalleled opportunity to learn from the creators and foremost experts in Java technology. Specifically, the 2006 Conference will encompass hundreds of in-depth technical sessions, hands-on labs, Birds-of-a-Feather Sessions (BOFs), industry panels, advanced how-to's, technical case studies, tutorials and more, focused on the following areas:

-- Core Platform (Java SE Technology)
-- Core Enterprise (Java EE Technology)
-- Java Technology on the Desktop
-- Java Technology for the Web
-- Developer Tools
-- Mobile and Embedded Devices
-- Cool Stuff

Details on specific sessions and the JavaOne Conference schedule will be available by Sun soon.

As a special offer for Conference attendees, Sun is offering the first ever Super Saver discount for early registration. Register by February 15, 2006, and save up to $400 off the on-site Conference Pass registration fee. Attendees can also take advantage of the JavaOne Conference Refer a Friend Program. Refer one-two friends (who register), and receive a t-shirt; refer three or more friends (who register), and receive an iPod Nano music player.

The JavaOne Conference is one of the leading events for Java technology developers. Established in 1996, the Conference provides Java technology enthusiasts the opportunity to learn about the latest Java technology innovations, get hands-on experience with the technology, network with their peers, and have the opportunity to network directly with technology experts from Java technology industry leaders.