DEPARTMENTS 6 Simple CAD Interoperability New build of ArcGIS for AutoCAD Access Spatial Features in Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Support extended across ArcGIS 9.3 platform A Variety of Geocoding Solutions Options for desktop, server, mobile, and stand-alone implementations Extend Savings in the Field In-vehicle navigation solution ensures precise routing Learn More about ArcGIS on YouTube Create Cross-Platform Internet Applications with Flex 56 Asking the Right Questions Getting started using queries 6 BOOKSHELF 58 Why GIS Is a Great Investment for Government New book on decision support and public policy 58 New Edition of Best-Selling GIS Text Workbook covers ArcGIS 9.3 release 8 9 9 9 USERS 60 It's Just Easier Now New support resources 61 A Day in the Life Working in software development at Esri 61 Esri International User Conference Be Part of the Esri UC Plenary Session 10 Dramatically Better Performance ArcGIS 9.3.1 delivers fast Web applications and improved data sharing 11 Seminar on Configuring and Deploying Effective Web Maps 12 The Top Nine Reasons to Use a File Geodatabase A scalable and speedy choice for single users or small groups 15 Compressing versus Compacting EDUCATION 62 Flex-ible Web Site Serves More Data about Schools Federal data clearinghouse upgrades site 62 Worldwide Forum for GIS Educators Many resources available at education community Web site 63 Resources for Professionals, Scholars, and Students GIS bibliography tops 75,000 entries 63 New Esri Higher Education Head Director brings extensive expertise and experience 64 New Esri Authorized Instructors MANAGER'S CORNER 32 Speak the Same Language Making a compelling case for GIS to business executives 35 The Most Important Part of a GIS Make sure staff have the right skills with a training plan DEVELOPER'S CORNER 36 Easy Access to Near Real-Time Data Looking at a methodology that generates aggregated live feeds for ArcGIS clients 38 Utility Aids Developers and Esri Generate API usage statistics on dependencies, versions, and calls END NOTES 66 Combining Math, GIS, and Community Service Teacher inspires students to use GIS to solve real problems HANDS ON 46 Get a New Strategy Five easy ways to streamline geospatial metadata production 50 Convincing the Chief Proving that time-based networks really work www.esri.com ArcUser Spring 2009 5