Videos on "Oslo"

Modeling Through the Ages

Watch a short video that depicts the humble origins of modeling and humorously traces modeling’s evolution from the beginning of history to present day, with Microsoft new modeling platform, "Oslo." (3:43)

Level: 100 (introductory)

Installing and Uninstalling "Oslo"

This video walks through the install and uninstall processes of "Oslo" and discusses the various options available. (3:46)

Level: 100 (introductory)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

Spork Sample

Spork is a sample of an end-to-end application using "M" and the "Oslo" repository that creates a text adventure engine. (17:16)

Level: 300 (general end-to-end example)

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP, so some specific details are outdated. The associated sample is current for the May 09 CTP and should be used as a reference.

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PhotoStore Sample

PhotoStore is an application that allows you to store information about your digital photographs in the "Oslo" repository, and to make this information selectively available to others. (23:27)

Level: 300 (general end-to-end example)

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP, so some specific details are outdated. The associated sample is current for the May 09 CTP and should be used as a reference.

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Event Pattern Mesh Sample

This video discusses and demonstrates an end-to-end application designed for detecting event patterns from real-time data feeds. (18:43)

Level: 200-300 (general end-to-end example)

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP but contains few CTP-specific details. The sample works on the Oct 08 CTP, Jan 09 CTP.

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Creating a Setup Application with "Oslo"

This video follows through the Getting Started with "Oslo" tutorial in the MSDN Library. The tutorial and this video describe how to create setup applications using "Oslo" modeling tools, starting with creating models, defining storage, and populating those models, then using the RepInst.exe tool to create a setup application (.msi) from that data. (16:14)

Level: 200-300 (general end-to-end example)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

Basic Concepts in "M"

This video shows some of the basic declarations used in "M", and how you can use "M" to model the objects used in an application.

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

Getting Started with "M"

This video is an introduction to using the "M" language. It demonstrates how to declare a basic module in "M", compile it, and view the corresponding T-SQL statements generated by the compiler.

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

Using Types for Reuse in "M"

This video is an introduction to using types in "M".

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

Modeling in Text (Five-Part Series)

This five-part video series by David Langworthy, an Archtect on the "Oslo" team and primary author of The "Oslo" Modeling Language Specification, leads you through the step-by-step process of modeling a basic domain-specific language.

• Part 1: Modeling a Language (7:27)
• Part 2: Data (4:45)
• Part 3: Transformation (4:57)
• Part 4: Constraints (2:33)
• Part 5: Identity and Relationships (5:40)

Level: 300 (core competency)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

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Understanding the Mapping of "M" to SQL Server

An introduction to how constructs in the "M" language map to their equivalents in T-SQL. (4:58)

Level: 200-300 (architectural and core competency)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

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Quick Look: Creating a Movie Language

This video follows through the A DSL for Movies tutorial in the Library, demonstrating token, syntax, and interleave rules, output projections, developing a DSL in “Intellipad”, and generating an M file from the input data that can be loaded into the repository. (12:12)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

Level: 300 (core competency)

A DSL for Movies tutorial

Developing RESTful Services and Clients with "M"

Learn how Web developers can use "M" to enhance RESTful services like HTTP, JSON, RSS/Atom, and more. Also see how "M" can be used on premise or in the cloud to achieve greater development productivity and to create more compelling customer experiences.

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geekSpeak: "Oslo" and the "M" Language with Jon Flanders

John Flanders discusses the "M" language in all its aspects with geekSpeak hosts Lynn Langit and Glen Gordon, giving demonstrations in "Intellipad" of "M" types, values, functions, and languages and also taking questions from viewers. (61:01) [This video is hosted by Microsoft's Events website and requires free registration for access.]

Level: 200-300 (background and core competency)

This video was recorded with the Jan 09 CTP.

Person Example (MGraphXAMLReader)

This video shows how you can use a dynamically-parsed grammar to instantiate CLR objects using a simple domain-specific language (DSL). (6:10)

Level: 200-300 (usage to details)

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP. The sample works on the Jan 09 CTP

MrEpl Walkthrough

This video shows you how to use the MrEpl sample from the "Oslo" SDK. MrEpl is a dynamic environment for working with "M".

This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

MWindow Example (MGraphXAMLReader)

This video demonstrates the creation of a dynamically-parsed domain-specific language (DSL) for creating XAML which in turn enables interactive creation of WPF applications. (8:31)

Level: 200 (usage)

This video is applicable to all versions of the sample. The sample works on the Jan 09 CTP

Introduction to the "Oslo" Repository

This video explores the role the "Oslo" repository plays in all of "Oslo", and uses SQL Server Management Studio to explore the repository's basic architectural concepts. (5:58)

Level: 100-200 (introductory and architectural)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

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Understanding "Oslo" Repository Folders

This is the first of a two part series exploring folders in the "Oslo" repository. This video discusses the purpose and design of folders, then how to create new folders and associate data rows with those folders in "Quadrant". (6:44)

Level: 200-300 (architectural and core competency)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

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Folders and Security in the "Oslo" Repository

This is the second of a two part series exploring folders in the "Oslo" repository. In this video we will explore how folders are used to secure repository data. (5:30)

Level: 300 (core competency)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

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Exploring the "Oslo" Repository and Connecting to Data in "Quadrant"

This video walks through the "Oslo" Repository in "Quadrant" and demonstrates how to also connect "Quadrant" to other arbitrary databases. (5:10)

Level: 200 (usage)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

Using "M" to Create Custom Icons and Display Names in "Quadrant"

This video shows how to create a custom icon using "M" that appears in "Quadrant", showing how "Quadrant" and "M" work together to create views of data that are customized for specific uses or users. (8:22)

Level: 200-300 (architectural and core competency)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

Using the Common Language Runtime Domain - Part 1

This video demonstrates loading a custom Common Language Runtime (CLR) assembly into the "Oslo" repository and browsing the resulting metadata using "Quadrant". The focus of this demo are the capabilities of the CLR model and LoadAssembly.exe that are both part of "Oslo". (7:59)

Level: 200 (usage)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

Using the Common Language Runtime - Part 2

This video builds on Part 1 by loading all .NET Framework 2.0 assemblies into the "Oslo" repository and browsing the resulting metadata using "Quadrant". It then demonstrates loading a custom .NET assembly into the repository, pointing the loader at the already existing dependent assembly metadata that was imported during the loading of the .NET Framework 2.0 assemblies. This step shows how to avoid re-loading dependent assemblies that already exist in the repository. (11:33)

Level: 200 (usage)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP

Using the Common Language Runtime - Part 3

This video builds up on part 1 and part 2 of this series and demonstrates querying assembly metadata in Microsoft code name "Quadrant” after loading.NET Framework 2.0 assemblies into the Microsoft code name "Oslo" repository. (9:08)

Level: 200 (usage)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP

UML Domain: Loading and Browsing UML Content

This video demonstrates loading Unified Modeling Language (UML) content from XML Metadata Interchange (XMI) 2.1 file into the "Oslo" repository and browsing the resulting metadata using "Quadrant". The focus of this demo are the capabilities of the UML2 model and LoadUml.exe that are both part of "Oslo". (10:52)

Level: 200 (usage)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP.

UML Domain: Query UML Data using "Quadrant"

This video builds on UML Domain: Loading and Browsing UML Content by demonstrating how to further discover UML model elements in "Oslo" repository using ad-hoc querying mechanism available in "Quadrant". (6:17)

Level: 200 (usage)

This video was recorded using the May 09 CTP

A lap around "Oslo"

"Oslo" is the family of new technologies that enable data-driven development and execution of services and applications. Come and learn how to capture all aspects of an application schematized in the "Oslo" repository and use "Oslo" directly to drive the execution of deployed applications.

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This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

"Oslo": The Language

The "Oslo" language, at the heart of the "Oslo" modeling platform, allows developers to quickly and efficiently express domain models that power declarative systems, such as Windows Workflow Foundation and "Dublin." In this session, we'll get you started writing models for your own domains by introducing you to key features of the language, including its type system, instance construction, and query. You'll learn to author content for the "Oslo" repository and understand how to programmatically construct and process the content to target your own specific runtime environment.

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This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

"Oslo": Repository and Models

"Oslo" is making news. We're taking silos of proprietary, platform, and application data and opening it up for sharing. What gets shared? Deployment configuration, web services definitions, workflow definitions, and that's just a start. Learn how to utilize platform models, how to extend models, and how to add your own models to the repository using the "Oslo" modeling language. Also learn how to version, secure, and deploy models.

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This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

"Oslo": Building Textual DSLs

The "Oslo" modeling language can define schemas and transformations over arbitrary text formats. This session shows you how to build your own Domain Specific Language using the "Oslo" SDK and how to apply your DSL to create an interactive text editing experience.

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This video was recorded using the Oct 08 CTP.

Conversations and tips from expert IT Pros & Developers covering a wide range of programming, systems, and software issues. These videos are done in interview style, giving you the opportunity to meet some of the "Oslo" personalities.

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"Oslo" Modeling Language Specification, Codename "M"

David Langworthy and Jeff Pinkston given an overview of "M." (4:36)

Level: 100 (introductory)

Recorded October 2008; applicable to all CTP releases.

Inside "M" with the "Oslo" Team

David Langworthy and Jeff Pinkston introduce the what, why, and favorite features of "M". (5:08)

Level: 200 (capabilities, architecture)

Recorded October 2008; applicable to all CTP releases.

Design and Lineage of the "Oslo" Modeling Language, Codename "M"

Jeff Pinkston and David Langworthy discuss the lineage and background of "M" and how it fits into the language space.

Level: 100 (background)

Recorded October 2008; applicable to all CTP releases.

Getting Started with "M," the "Oslo" Modeling Language

David Langworthy and Jeff Pinkston discuss practical steps for getting started with "M". (4:37)

Level: 100 (background)

Recorded October 2008; slightly dated, but still applicable to all CTP releases.

"Oslo" Modeling SDK: "M Grammar" -- What is it?

Giovanni Della-Libera discusses "M Grammar" and its key features with Michael Weinhardt. Based on the Oslo: Building Textual DSLs PDC session with Chris Anderson.

Level: 100-200 (introductory, features and capabilities)

Recorded October 2008; applicable to all CTP releases.

Getting Started with "M Grammar"

Giovanni Della-Libera describes "M Grammar". Learn how and where to get the bits, and everything you need to know to get started. (11:16)

Level: 200 (capabilities, mechanisms)

Recorded October 2008; specifics about tools, documentation, and samples are somewhat out of date but the general ideas are still applicable.

"Oslo" -- Microsoft's Modeling Platform

Paul Vick provides an overview of "Oslo" -- the tool, the language, and the relational repository. Learn what it is, how it works, and why it matters. (8:48)

Level: 100-200 (overview and architectural)

Recorded October 2008; applicable to all CTP releases.

The "Oslo" Modeling Language: "M Grammar" with Paul Vick

Language Architect, Paul Vick, discusses how "M" helps people create and use textual domain-specific languages and data models. (9:25)

Level: 200 (architectural)

Recorded October 2008; applicable to all CTP releases.

Introducing Domain Specific Languages

As Martin Fowler begins to see the light at the end of the tunnel on drafting his DSL book, he's been prone to give more talks introducing DSLs. While he wouldn't consider it appropriate to give such a talk at this august gathering, he did think it would be interesting to do a meta-talk version of his introductory talk. For this he'll walk through the same material, but instead talk about why he thinks the approach he takes to an introduction is a useful way to guide people in their approach to DSLs.

M DSLs: Deep Dive

We will do a deep dive into the M parser generator and may even have some new features to talk about as well.

Domain Specific Languages for automated testing of equity order management systems and trading machines

This talk would present a DSL using the "Oslo" toolset that is capable of expressing order generation and responses from a range of market behaviors in terms of FIX messages in a dialect suitable for use by traders and financial engineers.

Perspectives on Domain Specific Languages

Microsoft Olso Program Manager Chris Sells and DSL expert Martin Fowler discuss the history and future of Domain Specific Languages (DSLs). (21:12)

On the History of DevCon, DSLs and Oslo

Tune in and learn from Chris Sells the story of What, How and Why of DevCon. We of course also talk about "Oslo" and what the heck it is. (17:30)