Recently while looking around www.asp.net I found a link to a pretty cool tool for beginning dot net developers.  The Ramp Up program teaches the basics of dot net development through a series of articles and webcasts. 

This is a great resource to quickly and cheaply learn a little about the dot net framework and all it has to offer.  The site offers a wide range of information with a focus on asp.net, but also with information on general web development terms and technologies.  I think even experienced developers might be able to get some use out of these materials.

One additional cool feature about the Ramp Up program is that Microsoft offers a somewhat varied range of discounts on training once you’ve completed a “track.”  Discounts range from 25% of off any MCTS exam to 50% off of E-Learning collections.

Check out the site here.