The Career Factor cast has been busy getting ready to fly to Atlanta for Tech·Ed North America! Learn how you can experience the conference with them, whether you're attending in person or following the cast online.

Headed to Atlanta next week, or just curious to know what happens at Tech·Ed? There's still time to join a Tech·Ed-focused Tweet Chat in a few hours! Meet us on Twitter (use the hashtag #cfchat or login to http://www.tweetchat.com/room/cfchat) TODAY, May 10, at 6:00PM PDT (check your local time). If you can't make it tonight, you can always chat with us on Twitter: follow @mscareerfactor or any of the participants' personal accounts.

Read on for some of the most recent Career Factor updates:

Bojan – The Aspiring Microsoft Certified Master, UK
Goal: Take the MCM course and pass the Exchange 2010 MCM exam
This week: Bojan introduced us to the technology experts who help deliver the MCM training on Exchange 2010. While they are all very nice guys, some are tougher instructors than others!

Caroline – The Office Competition Contender, Canada
Goal: Compete at the 2011 Certiport Worldwide Competition on Office
This week: Caroline reflected on recent world events and began applying her Office skills in a new role working with an event planner at school.
Simon – The IT Manager, UK
Goal: Get his team (including himself) certified to maintain Microsoft Partner status
This week: Simon had a busy week! He returned to work (and certification planning) after a well-deserved vacation, started puzzling through his Tech•Ed schedule, and pointed readers to his recent interview with IT expert Stephen Ibaraki.