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(Episode 17) Windows 8 Tips: Security and Privacy

ChrisCaldwell, Kevin Remde, Lex Thomas — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:00:08 GMT

In part 5 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas briefly introduce you to some of the new security-centric improvements in Windows 8.

[2:04] Demo: Control Your App Privacy
[6:12] Demo: SmartScreen
[11:33] Demo: Automatic Updates
[17:31] Demo: Turn on BitLocker

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Microsoft DevRadio: (Part 6) Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 Apps – Adding Authentication

Brian, G. Andrew Duthie, Peter Laudati, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Wed, 08 May 2013 12:00:59 GMT

Like what you heard? Try Windows Azure for FREE and enjoy the freedom to use your preferred OS, language, database or tool. Windows Azure can help you deploy sites to a highly scalable environment, deploy and run virtual machines, and create highly scalable application in a rich PaaS environment. Give it a try!

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In Part 6 of of their “Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 apps” series Brian Hitney and Andrew Duthie explore the world of built-in support for authentication in Windows Azure Mobile Services. Tune in as they quickly demo for us the process of adding authentication for your mobile and Windows Store apps. Check out the full article here.

Watch Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5

After watching this video, follow these next steps:

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Step #2 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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(Episode 16) Windows 8 Tips: New Options and Features

ChrisCaldwell, Kevin Remde, Lex Thomas — Fri, 03 May 2013 13:00:28 GMT

In part 4 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas show off some of the newer and useful features found in Windows 8.

[3:05] Demo: Windows 8 File History
[14:03] Demo: Virtual Machines and Hyper-V
[22:52 ] Demo: Windows To Go
[31:55 ] Demo: Storage Spaces

My App in 60 Seconds - Developer Edition: Zoo Train

ChrisCaldwell — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:15:03 GMT

Mitchell Cichocki, Lead Developer at Busy Bee Studios, describes their experience developing Zoo Train, an app for Windows 8. Tune in as he walks us through what tools they used as well as what level of support and free resources his team received from Microsoft in launching their app.

Check out Zoo Train in the Windows Store!

Your App Adventure Starts here.
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My App in 60 Seconds: Zoo Train

ChrisCaldwell — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:00:04 GMT

Susy Christiansen, Founder of Busy Bee Studios, walks us through their app Zoo Train for Windows 8.

Zoo Train is a fun & educational bundle of games for toddlers and preschoolers featuring two kid favorites: animals and trains! Kids enjoy learning as they play the 5 different games plus a bonus sticker activity. With fun, playful illustrations and animations, original music, and intuitive game play that has been thoroughly kid-tested.

Check out Zoo Train in the Windows Store!

My App in 60 Seconds - Developer Edition: Aviary

ChrisCaldwell — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:00:33 GMT

Chevon Christie, Lead Windows Developer at Aviary, describes how Developers can easily add the Aviary Photo Editor to their Windows 8 apps by downloading their free SDK.

Aviary's beautiful photo editor is powerful, customizable, and can be plugged into your mobile apps and website in minutes. Download the Free SDK now for Windows 8 | Check out the free Photo Editor for Windows 8 in the Windows Store

My App in 60 Seconds: Aviary

ChrisCaldwell — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:30:19 GMT

Chevon Christie, Lead Windows Developer at Aviary, walks us through their free “Photo Editor” app for Windows 8. Aviary is a powerful, fast, and fun photo editor that allows users to easily edit their photos on the go with no fuss. They’ve included all the tools you need, in a super intuitive interface so you can get right to editing.
Download it now in the Windows Store!

Microsoft DevRadio: How I Built the Smart Shopping App for Windows 8 and Windows Phone

DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:30:37 GMT

Abstract:
David Chou welcomes Brian Satorius, founder and creator of the “Smart Shopping” app to the show as they discuss how Brian developed his app for Windows 8 and Windows Phone using Windows Azure as its back-end cloud service platform.

Download “Smart Shopping” from the Windows Store

[2:20] What does the Smart Shopping app do?
[3:40] Why did you decide to build a Windows Store app when you already have a Windows Phone version?
[4:10] What was your experience in building the app? How was it different than the Windows Phone version?
[9:15] Why did you choose Windows Azure as your backend cloud service platform?
[15:08] How has your experience been in using Azure Mobile Services?
[21:46] What brought you to building an app for Windows Phone?
[30:17] How has your experience been so far working with Microsoft?

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #2 – Start building your Windows 8 app
Step #3 – Publish an app – Keep the Cash (up to $2,000)!

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Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 apps: Parts 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5
Microsoft DevRadio: How I’ve Made OVER $100k with My Windows 8 Apps
Microsoft DevRadio: How to Include Advertising in Your Windows 8 apps

Virtual Labs:

Windows 8 Virtual Labs

My App in 60 Seconds - Developer Edition: Pocket Tanks

ChrisCaldwell — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:30:36 GMT

Mike Austin, Technical Director at BlitWise Productions describes how his team developed and launched their app Pocket Tanks for Windows 8. Listen in as he walks us through their experience working with Microsoft as well as what tools and support was made available. Download “Pocket Tanks” for Windows 8

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My App in 60 Seconds: Pocket Tanks

ChrisCaldwell — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:00:16 GMT

Michael P. Welch, President of BlitWise Productions and creator of Pocket Tanks walks us through their app for Windows 8.

Pocket Tanks is the fast-paced artillery game that is simple to learn, and fun to master. The perfect quick game for friends and family, you'll find yourself hooked for hours of play! Bury your opponent in a mound of dirt, or assail him with a barrage of bullets. Visit the Weapon Shop before battle to arm yourself for the struggle, or try the Target Practice mode to learn all the weapons and the best tactics to win.

Experience the thrill of launching volley after volley of powerful and fun weapons across the battlefield, using very simple controls. Select your angle, power, and FIRE! There are many unique weapons including: Napalm, Firecrackers, Skippers, Cruisers, Tracers, Dirt Movers, and dozens more! This is the light-hearted game of heavy artillery for everyone.

Pocket Tanks has been loved by fans for over 10 years, who have downloaded the shareware version MILLIONS of times. But now, for the first time on Windows, you can try the game in high definition!

Download “Pocket Tanks” for Windows 8

Microsoft DevRadio: (Part 5) Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 Apps – Adding Push Notifications

Brian, G. Andrew Duthie, Peter Laudati, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:00:05 GMT

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In Part 5 of of their “Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 apps” series Peter Laudati, Brian Hitney and Andrew Duthie show us how to quickly add the ability to implement push notifications for his GameLeader Service using Azure Mobile Services. Check out the full article here.

Watch Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4

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(Episode 15) Windows 8: The App Development Opportunity

Jerry Nixon, ChrisCaldwell — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 18:30:41 GMT

Jerry Nixon welcomes Niels Hilmar to the show as they discuss the Windows 8 app development opportunity that is open for anyone who has a great idea for an app. Tune in as they discuss the first-mover advantage, what free tools and resources are available as well as the upcoming App Builder Virtual Summit which tackles the “why” and “how” of designing and marketing apps for both Windows 8 and Windows Phone.

[0:52] How can developers capitalize on making apps for Windows 8 and Windows Phone?
[6:37] How can developers get started making apps?
[10:09 ] How do I sign up for the App Builder Program?
[10:28 ] What is the App Builder Virtual Summit?
[11:41 ] Who should attend the Summit? Is it just for developers?
[14:32 ] How do I sign up? How much does it cost?

Need Convincing? Tune in to the latest Microsoft DevRadio episode:
“ How I’ve Made OVER $100k with My Windows 8 Apps”
Michael Palermo welcomes Kevin Ashley to the show as they discuss how Kevin has made over $100k on his Windows 8 apps. Tune in as they discuss some tips and tricks for how you can improve your app revenue like how to properly price your app and various monetization options that are available to you such as in-app purchase, pay-per download and advertising.

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(Episode 14) Windows 8 Tips: Productivity

ChrisCaldwell, Kevin Remde, Lex Thomas — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 11:00:59 GMT

In part 3 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas show us some improvements in Windows 8 that will help people be more productive.

[1:35] Demo: Windows Key Shortcuts
[14:27] Demo: Manage startup with Task Manager
[20:11 ] Demo: Get more done with Task Scheduler

Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8.

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Microsoft DevRadio: (Part 4) Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 Apps – Azure Mobile Services

Brian, G. Andrew Duthie, Peter Laudati, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 11:00:14 GMT

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In Part 4 of of their “Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 apps” series Peter Laudati, Brian Hitney and Andrew Duthie show us how to build the same game leaderboard service on top of Windows Azure Mobile Services. Tune in as Andrew demos for us how to get started as well as lays out what some of the +/- are for using Azure Mobile Services for this kind of service. Check out the full article here.

Watch Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3

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(Episode 13) Windows 8 Tips: Mastering the Interface

ChrisCaldwell, Kevin Remde, Lex Thomas — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 11:00:35 GMT

In part 2 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas dive deeper into the new modern user interface for Windows 8.

[2:32] Demo: Closing an App
[4:54] Demo: Mastering IE in Win8
[10:11 ] Demo: Run two apps side by side
[13:15] Demo: Make a large app tile smaller
[15:16] Demo: Contextual Search

Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8.

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Microsoft DevRadio: How I’ve Made OVER $100k with My Windows 8 Apps

Michael Palermo, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 11:00:34 GMT

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Michael Palermo welcomes Kevin Ashley to the show as they discuss how Kevin has made over $100k on his Windows 8 apps. Tune in as they discuss some tips and tricks for how you can improve your app revenue like how to properly price your app and various monetization options that are available to you such as in-app purchase, pay-per download and advertising.

Check out the full article here | Download “Card Games Chest” from the Windows Store

[1:38] How much have you made so far and what motivated you to create the app?
[5:21] Did Microsoft pay you to do this?
[6:35] What do you think contributed to your success?
[8:31] What tips can you share for improving app revenue?
[14:33] DEMO: Do you have code examples for monetizing apps?
[18:43] How did you market your app? Did Microsoft give you an unfair advantage?
[21:45] What do you think makes a great app?

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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(Episode 12) Windows 8 Tips: Getting Started

ChrisCaldwell, Kevin Remde, Lex Thomas — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:00:17 GMT

Kevin Remde welcomes Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas to the show as they kick off their 8 part Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series. Tune in for part 1 as they show us around the new modern user interface in Windows 8.

[1:34] Demo: Basic Navigation, Sharing, Search
[7:44 ] Demo: Group Apps on the Start Screen
[10:04] Demo: Easy Access – Pin Apps to the Start Screen
[17:48] Demo: Shutting Down

Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8.

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Microsoft DevRadio: (Part 3) Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 Apps – ASP.NET Web API

Brian, G. Andrew Duthie, Peter Laudati, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 11:00:16 GMT

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Back for part 3 in their series for “Using Windows Azure to Build Back-End Services for Windows 8 apps”, Peter Laudati, Brian Hitney and Andrew Duthie show us how easy it is to host services built with the ASP.NET Web API using the new Windows Azure Web Sites feature. Check out the full article here.

Watch Part 1 | Part 2

IMPORTANT:

The Queryable attribute, as shown in the demo in this show, allows all supported query operations by default. Since some of these operations could potentially be used to attempt to mount DOS attacks, by sending complex queries to your service. As such, you should consider limiting the types of queries you allow using some simple properties you can add to the Queryable attribute, as shown in this blog post.

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Building Games for Windows 8

bjthompson — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:32:15 GMT

See how Halfbrick, Arkadium and Oceanhouse Media brought their titles to Windows 8. To learn more, visit www.windowsstore.com.

Microsoft DevRadio: How to Include Advertising in Your Windows 8 apps

Jerry Nixon, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:00:19 GMT

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Jerry Nixon, Ian Ferreira and Lucas Stankiewicz from the Ad Experiences team discuss ways in which developers can use advertising in their apps to help monetize their applications. Tune in as they show you how to get started with the Microsoft Advertising SDK for Windows 8.

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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(Episode 11) Windows 8: Windows Intune – Cloud based Management for Windows PCs & Tablets

ChrisCaldwell, Kevin Remde — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 11:00:18 GMT

Kevin Remde welcomes Technical Specialist Susan Smith from the Windows Intune team as they discuss Intune’s cloud-based solution to manage PCs and mobile devices. Tune in as they discuss Intune’s capabilities and how it can help support your mobile workforce while still ensuring a better managed and secured IT environment.
Try Windows Intune free for 30 Days. Sign up here!

[1:21] What is Windows Intune and what is it used for?
[2:10 ] What kinds of devices can Intune manage and monitor?
[5:22] What kind of infrastructure is needed to support Windows Intune?
[8:12] What is the end-user experience as it relates to Windows 8 application deployment?
[15:13] How does Windows InTune support the management, monitoring, or even application publishing to devices that are owned by the employee and not the company?

Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8.

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Microsoft DevRadio: (Part 2) UX Guidance for Handling Large Data in Windows 8 Apps

Jerry Nixon, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:00:08 GMT

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Jerry Nixon and Tyler Gibson are back for part 2 of their UX design guidance series and in today’s episode, Tyler showcases the Netflix and Newegg apps for Windows 8 as good examples of apps that make it easier for users to find and process information.

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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Microsoft DevRadio: Develop Apps for Windows 8 & Windows Phone with Tiggzi

DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 19:00:23 GMT

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Reza Alizadeh welcomes Max Katz from Tiggzi as they discuss how Tiggzi can help developers create cloud-based cross platform apps for Windows 8 and Windows Phone. Tune in as Max shows us how you can use their App Builder to easily create apps for multiple platforms. Sign up Today! Try Tiggzi’s App Builder | Promo Code: DevRadio13

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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Windows 8 Virtual Labs

Microsoft DevRadio: (Part 1) UX Guidance for Handling Large Data in Windows 8 Apps

Jerry Nixon, DevRadio, ChrisCaldwell — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:00:28 GMT

Abstract:
Jerry Nixon welcomes Tyler Gibson for this 2 part series on UX design considerations you may want to consider for your Windows 8 apps that handle large amounts of data. In part 1, they discuss best practices and how users evaluate, interpret and act on information.

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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Windows 8 Virtual Labs

(Episode 10) Windows 8: Deployment Options – Part 2

ChrisCaldwell, Kevin Remde — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 11:00:22 GMT

Kevin Remde and Sr. Product Manager Michael Niehaus are back for Part 2 of their Deploying Windows 8 series and in today’s episode they dive deeper into some of the more advanced tools to support more complex Windows 8 deployment scenarios.

[2:28] What are some of the more advanced deployment tools that are available from Microsoft?
[8:04] How much does the ADK, MDT and WDS deployment tools cost?
[8:50] How can System Center 2012 SP1 Configuration Manager help with Windows 8 deployments?
[11:40] What is a “Light Touch Installation?”
[16:22] What kind of infrastructure needs to be in place to support System Center 2012 Configuration Manager?

Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8.

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