Starting today, we will extend availability of our current Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Pro and Windows Server 2012 R2 RTM builds to the developer and IT professional communities via MSDN and TechNet subscriptions. The Windows 8.1 RTM Enterprise edition will be available through MSDN and TechNet for businesses later this month. Additionally, today we’re making… Read more

Microsoft brings Azure and the power of the cloud to student developers   In today’s mobile first, cloud first world, it’s critical that student developers have access to the latest tools that empower them to create compelling digital experiences.  In support of student developers, we’re happy to announce a new offering that enables students to… Read more

For more than 20 years, MVPs have played a vital role in the advancement and adoption of our technologies. First, to all of the MVPs out there, I want to say THANK YOU! We could not do what we do without you. Through candid, trusted conversations with Microsoft engineers, MVPs not only provide early feedback… Read more

Microsoft continues to focus on enabling developers to do amazing work as businesses and industries transform in support of the shift to a cloud-first, mobile-first world.  As we kick off 2016 our investment in platforms and tools that support developers continues to expand. We’ve seen a new generation of mobile devices and the scale of… Read more

Every startup is unique. Regardless of where they reside or what platform and tools they use, our goal is simple – we aim to help early stage companies accelerate innovation and get their stuff in the hands of customers as quickly as possible.   With that in mind, today we are announcing an update to our… Read more

@StevenGuggs and @JohnShew here…Last week we were on stage at Build sharing what we’ve learned over the last year through our conversations with developers. If there is one message that has rung through loud and clear, it’s that when it comes to building applications and services – one size does not fit all – nor should it. … Read more

We are excited to announce an important milestone today, which is the conclusion of the Nokia Devices and Services business acquisition. As we bring the two teams together, we will double down on our commitment to developers. Together, we will: Bring more hardware and software innovation to markets around the world, driving more consumer adoption… Read more

We’ve been supporting student developers in universities for many years with great programs like Imagine Cup – and Microsoft Student Partners, which have provided free tools, contests, and opportunities for aspiring professionals. But today technology is being embraced by younger and younger students. Kids are learning to use touch devices for apps and games before… Read more

Last month we announced that Build 2014 will be back at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, April 2 – 4.  Hopefully you’ve saved the date on your calendar, because registration is now open at www.buildwindows.com!  Build is our premier developer event, targeted at people who want to create experiences that span PC, tablet, phone,… Read more

I want to take a moment to share news that we are announcing a new event that will be of interest to all of you in the world of IT and enterprise development.  In a cloud-first, mobile-first world, your needs are changing and we are responding, by addressing he following critical demands: The broadest range… Read more