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Getting Started with Microsoft Big Data, HDInsight & Hive Jump Start June 21
The first of a three-Jump Start series tailored for architects and seasoned developers
Wednesday, Jun 12

Getting Your App into the Windows Store
With the right guidance, getting an application into the Windows 8 Store is surprisingly easy. Bruno Terkaly shows you how in 10 simple steps.
Tuesday, Jun 11

Exploring the JavaScript API for Office Mail Apps
This MSDN Magazine article by Angela Chu-Hatoun includes code snippets to illustrate key features of the API
Tuesday, Jun 11

Code-Sharing Strategies for Windows Store and Windows Phone Apps
You can, and Doug Holland shows you how in this MSDN Magazine article
Tuesday, Jun 11