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FITC Mobile in Canada - are you going to be there?

hegenderfer — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 01:35:47 GMT

There will be some good mobile sessions, including some around Windows Mobile development from Mark Arteaga :)

If you plan on going, click this link to get a discount to the event!

Windows Mobile Developer Camp

hegenderfer — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:58:45 GMT

We're excited to announce the first in a series of barcamp-style events for the upcoming Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5 OS!

So, WHAT is WinMoDevCamp? Glad you asked!

WinMoDevCamp is a series of upcoming not-for-profit gatherings to develop applications for the upcoming release of the Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5 O/S. The event is currently being planned in 6 cities around the world. Our first Windows Mobile Developer Camp event has been scheduled for August 19 in Redmond, Washington at the Microsoft Campus. This is where you register. Dates will soon be announced for the following additional cities: Austin, London, New York, San Francisco, and Singapore. We will also encourage other mobile developers to host their own events on the same dates. The soon-to-be-released http://winmodevcamp.org website will have facilities for local events to organize as well.

Dates: Our first event will be held Seattle on 8/19
Venue: Microsoft Campus in Redmond, Washington in the Cascade Auditorium

Microsoft Windows Mobile Consumer Solution Accelerator

hegenderfer — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:51:12 GMT

Here is a great set of sample code and a VS project which steps you through some cool ideas around how to create you own cool apps in the consumer space while using some of the cooler features of Windows Mobile devices (like location, Outlook Mobile, and Virtual Earth).

You can use this as a great education piece, or you can use this to spawn your own ideas :)

Solid Code

hegenderfer — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:37:46 GMT

Okay, here is a shameless plug for one of my good friends. John Bruno wrote a great book called Solid Code that deals with the best practices around writing good code.

John is also the PM lead for Marketplace, so he knows a thing or two about efficient code:)

Tech Days and Windows Mobile Development

hegenderfer — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 03:57:16 GMT

If you are planning on going to Tech Days, there will be a pretty good line-up of Windows Mobile sessions:

Developing Mobile Applications with Visual Studio 2005/2008

Abstract:

Visual Studio 2008 brings lot of improvements for mobile developers, and Windows Mobile 6 SDKs tools that allow developers easier and faster solution development. This session will show you how to effectively develop Windows Mobile client applications. You will see some of the cool features that can be easily used in you applications, such as POOM integration, SMS interception, state and notification broker and camera integration. Session will be packed with live demos and code samples.

Using SQL Server Compact Edition for Data Storage and Synchronization in Mobile Applications

Abstract:

This session explains how to program SQL Server Compact Edition 3.5 SP1 for use as a fast, queryable local data store. You will learn how to use SQLCeResultSet objects as the fastest way to access data in a SQL Server Compact Edition database, and outline how to use LINQ to Objects to access data from the database. Finally, you will learn how to use SQL Server Compact 3.5 as the client-side datastore for a data synchronization solution using merge replication or Microsoft Synchronization Services for ADO.NET solution, and some tips for effective usage.

Windows Mobile Performance and Power Optimization

Abstract:

Windows Mobile Devices have a lot of processing power. However, when you are developing applications for Windows Mobile Devices you have to be aware of the fact that devices are battery powered and have less resources then desktop computers. In this demo filled webcast Maarten Struys explains how to create great performing applications that are not consuming too many system resources and that do not drain the battery. Using the ideas presented in this webcast not only allow you to create better applications, your end users will also get a better experience because your applications will look snappy and will help preserve battery life.

Win32 and .NET: For Windows Mobile, Which, When, and Why?

Abstract:

The Windows Mobile platform offers two core APIs. Each has its strengths and situations when one makes sense over the other. This session provides a framework for selecting which API makes sense, when it makes sense, and why each choice makes sense for the given scenarios. This session provides details that will ensure that you never feel at a loss when encountering this question.

Windows Mobile Web and Widgets: Leveraging web technologies to build experiences for Windows Mobile

Abstract:

The last few years have shown people the power of having a full-fledged web browser on a mobile device. From content providers building dedicated mobile sites, to cheaper mobile data tariffs, mobile devices have usher a new era of content an experiences available on the go. A new programming paradigm called mobile widgets has emerged in response to these recent trends. Widgets enable web developers to write application-like experiences that run outside of the existing browser, but are powered by the same technologies [HTML, JavaScript and CSS]. Gone are the days of building WAP sites. By leveraging the capabilities of a fully fledged browser on windows mobile, web developers can now build rich experiences for mobile devices without resorting to native/managed code. In this session, members of the windows mobile widget team will give you a sneak peek at the upcoming widgets platform. They will demonstrate how easy it is to develop widgets that mash up existing web technologies in novel ways.

Distributing and Monetizing Windows Mobile Applications through the Windows Marketplace for Mobile

Abstract:

This session presents developers with a unique opportunity to understand the next generation of Windows Mobile application distribution: Windows Marketplace for Mobile. Windows Marketplace will revolutionize distribution of Windows Mobile applications, games, and content, and is designed to solve the two largest problems of the Windows Mobile consumer-focused developer community: distribution and monetization. This session will provide application developers with the insights, tools, and processes necessary to begin distributing and monetizing their applications on the Windows Mobile platform.

Creating Compelling and Attractive UIs for Windows Mobile Applications

Abstract:

We explain how to utilize the Alpha blending and Gradient drawing APIs on the Windows Mobile platform to create a compelling and attractive user experience in your mobile applications. We also provide an example of how to create a framework that could be used to simplify the development of custom user interfaces

Students get into the Windows Mobile Marketplace for free

hegenderfer — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 01:24:00 GMT

In case you missed the official press release:

Developers who sell applications through Windows Marketplace for Mobile will receive 70 percent of the revenue from the sales of each application. In addition, they will be able to set the price for their applications in each market, maximizing their revenues based on targeted pricing strategies. Developers can also choose to distribute their applications at no cost. Up to five application submissions to Windows Marketplace for Mobile is included in the introductory annual registration fee of $99 (U.S.). Each additional submission within the annual period will cost $99 (U.S.). The registration fee is waived for student developers who want to reach Windows^® phones customers, through enrollment in the Microsoft DreamSpark program.

So, for those of you who are students and are looking to get started in Windows Mobile development, sign up for DreamSpark and get crackin' :)