Get your desktop app ready and certified

Follow these steps to build and test your desktop app.

1. Prepare for app certification

Learn what you need to do to get your desktop app certified.

• See the four steps to get certified.
• Learn about the benefits of certification.
• View the Get ready for Windows 8 certification video.
• Read the Windows 8 Certification Requirements.

2. Get the SDK to build and test your app

The Windows 8 SDK includes the Windows App Certification Kit, which can be used for both the Windows 8 Certification Program and the Windows 7 Logo Program.

• Get the Windows 8 SDK.
• Learn how to use the Windows App Certification Kit.

3. Learn more about compatibility

The Windows 8 Release Preview and Windows Server 8 Compatibility Cookbook has tips and fixes for common issues you may encounter when getting your app compatible.

• Download the Compatibility Cookbook

See also:Start Developing with Windows 7.