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CNU December 2007 e-Update
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at 9. Upcoming Courses from the Form-Based Codes Institute Visit the Form-Based Codes Institute website for more information and a full list of events. Form-Based Codes 301: Completing, Adopting and Administering the Code 10. Upcoming Seminars and Workshops from the Seaside Institute Visit the Seaside Institute website for more information and a full list of events. Current CNU members receive a 10% discount on workshop registrations with their membership card. Great
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