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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Windows Server 8 software and hardware certification- Sandy Arthur, Venkat Krishnamachari
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Certification
- SAC-932T
- Day 2
- September 14, 2011 from 2:00PM to 3:00PM
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This session will discuss the software and hardware certification of products designed for Windows Server 8. Come and learn the differences between client and server hardware certification requirements, tests and policies. The speakers will share the relevant details in these areas that are new, specific,... -
Understanding Connected Standby- Stephen Berard, Pat Stemen
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Power
- HW-456T
- Day 2
- September 14, 2011 from 3:30PM to 4:30PM
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In Windows 8, Microsoft introduces Connected Standby - a new power state that enables compatible PCs to be always reachable and up-to-date. This session will provide an overview of Connected Standby, including key user scenarios, system architecture and technical requirements. -
Connecting Windows 8 to mobile broadband and Wi-Fi networks- Billy Anders, Khawar Zuberi
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Wireless
- HW-732T
- Day 2
- September 14, 2011 from 3:30PM to 4:30PM
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Connectivity is the underpinning of today’s computing experience. Windows 8 introduces many new features and experiences that will make it easier to get and stay connected on Wi-Fi and mobile broadband networks. This session will provide an overview of the Windows 8 connectivity investments and experiences,... -
Delivering great hardware solutions for Windows- Kevin Miller
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Drivers, Assessment and Deployment Kit, Certification
- HW-733T
- Day 2
- September 14, 2011 from 3:30PM to 4:30PM
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Microsoft has made significant investments in Windows 8 to improve the end-to-end experience for partners when creating hardware offerings. This session will provide an overview of modern engineering tools and systems, and associated lifecycles, for developing hardware add-ons for Windows. This will... -
Introducing low-power buses for Windows 8- John Felkins, Peter Wieland
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Power
- HW-251T
- Day 2
- September 14, 2011 from 5:00PM to 6:00PM
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The world of System on Chip (SoC) has changed the way devices are connected inside a PC. Windows 8 introduces support for low-power internal buses such as I2C, SPI, GPIO, and High Speed UARTs. In this session, we will demonstrate the end-to-end story on how to integrate a device on the new buses and... -
Designing great devices and driversGreat devices that delight users and work well with Windows are the result of thoughtful design. This session will discuss various elements device developers need to consider when designing devices and drivers. Elements covered will include best practices, taking advantage of new features in Windows...
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Understanding mobile broadband and connection management in Windows 8- Mike Bishop, Srini Malayala
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Wireless
- HW-331T
- Day 2
- September 14, 2011 from 5:00PM to 6:00PM
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Windows 8 is designed to provide a connected experience to users on a broad range of device form factors. In order to get and keep users connected to the Internet, the Windows team has made significant investments in mobile broadband and connection management. This session will cover purchasing and provisioning... -
Building hardware-based security with a Trusted Platform Module (TPM)- Rob Spiger, Stefan Thom
- Security, OEM, IHV, Silicon
- HW-462T
- Day 2
- September 14, 2011 from 5:00PM to 6:00PM
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Windows 8 makes TPM hardware based security easy by automatically provisioning the TPM and providing new APIs and features. This session describes how customers benefit from having a system with a TPM and how to build Windows 8 apps that work with different TPM hardware. -
Understanding USB 3.0 in Windows 8- Kristina Hotz, Eliyas Yakub
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Wireless
- HW-256T
- Day 3
- September 15, 2011 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM
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With throughput up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0 and improved power management, USB 3.0 is the latest release of the world’s most popular PC interface. In this talk, you will learn how USB 3.0 is integrated into Windows 8 and hear Microsoft’s recommendations and requirements for taking advantage of... -
Using the Windows Driver Framework to build better drivers- Abhishek Ram, Peter Wieland
- OEM, IHV, Silicon, Drivers
- HW-328T
- Day 3
- September 15, 2011 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM
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The Windows Driver Framework (WDF) helps developers build better drivers, more quickly and easily. This session will discuss how the WDF can improve driver reliability and will provide an overview on what’s new in the WDF in Windows 8 This session will also cover guidance for how to better realize power-savings...
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