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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Understanding the Windows 8 graphics driver model
In Windows 8, the Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) has evolved through several innovations in the graphics sub-system that will enable you to deliver great Windows user and developer experiences. This session will cover how to design and build Windows 8 systems with WDDM capable hardware and drivers....
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Introducing the Windows Store
If you’ve got an idea for the next breakthrough app, come to this session to learn how to take that next app and create a business that runs at the scale of Windows. Get a sneak peak at the submission process and learn how the Windows Store has been designed for easy discoverability of your app. See...
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Reach your customers’ devices with one beautiful HTML5 user interface
Get your app on all the devices your customers use by building a great user experience that adapts to different screen sizes, aspect ratios and pixel densities using HTML5, JavaScript and CSS. Through this session, learn how your app can take advantage of new multi-tasking views and orientations and...
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A lap around Visual Studio 11 Express for Metro style apps using C++
Windows 8 comes with a brand new Metro style app experience where native developers and designers can work in parallel. Ones in behavioral aspects and the others in UI. This talk offers an end-to-end view of the developer experience for this kind of app, from the solution creation to the marketplace...
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Introduction to Windows Azure: the cloud operating system
Come join Mark Russinovich for an overview of Microsoft’s new cloud OS. Assuming no prior knowledge of Windows Azure, this session will start by explaining the Windows Azure Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) app philosophy and how it differs from that of traditional server apps. Then, demonstrating key concepts...
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Windows Server 8 software and hardware certification
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,...
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Reimagining the experience for connecting with devices
Today’s consumer electronic devices are more capable and more connected to apps and services than ever before. In Windows 8, we have made significant improvements in the experience connecting with and using these devices. In this session, you will learn about how Windows 8 makes it simple to connect...
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What's new in Visual Studio 11 for Application Lifecycle Management
Microsoft’s application lifecycle management tooling is all about enabling teams to deliver great software. In this demo-packed session, you will learn how to more effectively plan and track work by using the new Web-based project management tools; how to bridge the divide between development and operations...
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John Sheehan: Create experiences that span devices
Your customers will expect your app to deliver a continuous experience even as they switch between apps and move between their devices. Come learn how to ensure your customers never lose their place in your app even when it is moved to the background or accessed on a new device. You will also discover...
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