Power Tools Conferences and Hands-on MacLabs Return to Macworld Conference & Expo for Boston 2005; 13 separate conferences will provide in-depth training on specific applications and tools.

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. -- IDG World Expo, the leading producer of world-class tradeshows, conferences and events for technology markets, today announced that the popular Power Tools Conferences and Hands-on MacLabs will return to Macworld Conference & Expo(R) Boston on July 11-14, 2005. Mac users can choose from nine separate Power Tools Conferences and four Hands-on MacLabs.

The Power Tools Conferences each provide two full days of intensive training on a specific application or tool and will take place on Monday, July 11 and Tuesday, July 12. Power Tools Conference attendees will learn from consultants, authors, product engineers and power users who have proven expertise in the recently updated applications and tools under discussion. Topics include:

--Mac OS X - Advanced Concepts & Administration, chaired by Schoun P. Regan of The Mac Trainers

--Mastering the Latest Edition of Adobe Creative Suite, chaired by author Sandee Cohen and Steve Werner of Summit Communications

--Professional Photoshop, chaired by Michael Ninness of Adobe

--Advanced Mac Music Production, chaired by David Mash of the Berklee College of Music 

--Final Cut Pro Advanced Techniques, chaired by Steve Martin, Apple certified trainer with Ripple Training

--How to Become a Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger Power User, chaired by Bob "Dr Mac" LeVitus, Author and Consultant

--FileMaker, chaired by John Mark Osborne, Owner, Database Pros; Cris Ippolite, President & Founder, iSolutions; and Tony Miller, Senior Systems Engineer, FileMaker

--Macromedia Flash MX 2004, chaired by Rich Shupe, President, FMA 

--Automating Publishing Tasks and Workflows, chaired by Hanaan Rosenthal, Author/Consultant, Rosenthal, Hanaan

The Hands-on MacLabs are half-day sessions that provide hands-on computer training in four different fields and will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 14. Class size is limited to ensure that each student receives the instructor's full attention. Sessions include:

--Mac Tools for Digital Photographers, presented by Derrick Story, Mac DevCenter editor; Coauthor of iPhoto 5: The Missing Manual

--Photoshop Power Shortcuts, presented by Michael Ninness, Senior UI Designer, Adobe Systems

--Get "Author-ized" with DVD Studio Pro, presented by Bruce Nazarian "The DVD Guy"

--Mac OS X for Administrators, presented by Schoun P. Regan, CEO, The Mac Trainers and Dave Pugh, System Administrator, University of Michigan 

"Our Power Tools Conferences provide two full days of detailed training on the applications or tools that attendees rely on to do their jobs every day," said Richard Feldman, group vice president of IDG World Expo. "The Hands-on MacLabs - taught by the most innovative and knowledgeable industry experts - are unique because Mac users can gain in-depth training in only one day. In Boston, we are presenting an impressive line-up of new and updated classes where Mac users can roll up their sleeves and receive advanced product training from industry experts."

For more information or to register for the event, please visit www.macworldexpo.com.

About Macworld Conference & Expo

Owned and produced by Framingham Mass.-based IDG World Expo, Macworld Conference & Expo is the world's most comprehensive Macintosh OS event. Macworld Conference & Expo showcases products and services for professionals involved in media and creative content development for corporate and home applications, as well as prosumers using the Mac at home. Macworld Conference & Expo brings together the loyal base of Mac OS audiences in creative services, education, application development, entertainment, small office/home office and Internet-based environments. Macworld Conference & Expo offers professionals and prosumers alike the opportunity to discover the latest developments and hottest products these markets offer. For more information or to register for the event, please visit the Web site at www.macworldexpo.com, or call (800) 645-EXPO. For exhibiting opportunities, please contact Annie Rice at [phone] or [e-mail] or Ron Moreau at [phone] or [e-mail].

About IDG World Expo

IDG World Expo (www.idgworldexpo.com) produces technology-focused tradeshows, conferences and events for professionals seeking world-class education, peer-to-peer networking and one-stop comparison shopping. As the leading technology event management company, IDG World Expo leverages its experience and knowledge of technology-focused events and conferences, enabling technology companies to capture the attention and loyalty of influential buyers. IDG World Expo's portfolio of conferences and events includes Macworld Conference & Expo(R), LinuxWorld Conference & Expo(R), Bio-IT World Conference + Expo(R), Wireless Sensing Solutions(R), Syndicate(TM), RoboBusiness and RoboNexus. IDG World Expo is a business unit of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research and event company.

About IDG

International Data Group (IDG) is the world's leading technology media, research, and event company. A privately-held company, IDG publishes more than 300 magazines and newspapers including Bio-IT World, CIO, CSO, Computerworld, GamePro, InfoWorld, Network World, and PC World. The company features the largest network of technology-specific Web sites with more than 400 around the world. IDG is also a leading producer of more than 170 computer-related events worldwide including LinuxWorld Conference & Expo(R), Macworld Conference & Expo(R), DEMO(R), and IDC Directions. IDC provides global market research and advice through offices in 50 countries. Company information is available at http://www.idg.com.