BUILD is a new event that shows modern hardware and software developers how to take advantage of the future of Windows. Learn how to work with the all new touch-centric user experience to create fast, fluid, and dynamic applications that leverage the power and flexibility of the core of Windows, used by more than a billion people around the world.
Hear how the UI was designed to work seamlessly with a diversity of devices and form factors. Go behind the scenes and learn all about the new app model that allows you to create powerful new apps. All while retaining the ability to use your existing apps. Web-connected and web-powered apps built using HTML5 and JavaScript have access to the power of the PC. Touch-optimized browsing, with the full power of hardware-accelerated Internet Explorer 10 transforms your experiences with the web. BUILD is the first place to dive deep into the future of Windows.
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Developing drivers in Visual Studio
This session will present an overview on how to develop drivers in Visual Studio using the new Windows Developer Kit (WDK) add-on pack. Topics will include developing, building, packaging, signing, deploying, debugging, testing and verifying device drivers – all within Visual Studio.
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Best practices for writing safe and secure Metro style apps using HTML5
As you build your Metro style app using HTML5, follow these concrete and useful best practices to ensure it is safe and secure. In this session, you will learn patterns for handling untrusted input, working with Web content and protecting sensitive data thereby inspiring confidence in your users that...
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Code with confidence: dynamic web content in Metro style apps using HTML5
Through this session, learn how to take full advantage of local computer devices and resources without sacrificing traditional Web content and services. Come to this session to learn how Windows 8 enables you to integrate these capabilities in your apps while minimizing the risks associated with accessing...
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The web-to-Windows journey: turning your web assets into a Windows app
You already have a Web app on the Internet and want to reach customers with a new, targeted experience on Windows. Come get practical guidance on how to reuse your Web assets while avoiding common pitfalls. You'll learn techniques for turning your HTML5, CSS and JavaScript into a great Windows app including...
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Build polished collection and list apps in HTML5
At this session, learn exciting ways to expose collections of content using the ListView control, a fast and easy way to make collections take on the Windows 8 look and feel. Come and learn about the powerful capabilities of this control and best practices to make your app shine.
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Prepare your apps for Windows 8 and beyond
Do you have existing Windows apps? We'll show you the "compatible by design" principles and features of Windows 8 for future-ready desktop apps. Through this session, you will discover how to make your desktop apps work harmoniously alongside Metro style apps and how to position your app for...
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Windows Server 8 apps must run without a GUI - learn more now
All server apps should be restructured to run on Windows Server systems without a GUI stack, or with all GUI components found on a Windows Client system; this is a Windows Server 8 best practice. This talk explains how to ensure your server apps will work in Windows Server 8 when the GUI shell is uninstalled,...
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Windows Server performance improvements and optimizations
This session discusses the major performance improvements of Windows Server 8 and demonstrates how customers and partners can achieve their performance and scalability goals. We will describe some of the ways you can take advantage of the new capabilities to improve scalability, networking, throughput,...
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Building great USB 3.0 devices
Building USB 3.0 devices involves electrical circuit design, firmware development and driver development in order to enable custom features. In this session, we will walk through the hardware development lifecycle and provide Windows 8 specific guidelines for creating great USB 3.0 experiences.