I'm really looking forward to Tech·Ed, not just for the seminars but also for the networking opportunities.

 One of these networking opportunities I'm really beginning to look forward to is the Party with Palermo on the 3rd.  I've been told it's a must-attend event. 

Unfortunately, it appears that my favorite .NET speaker, Scott Hanselman, isn't going to be able to make it to either the party or even any of the Tech·Ed conference.  I'm very sorry to hear that, but on the upside, it means I'll get the opportunity to hear some other speakers that may be new to me.