How to
Learn how to create Windows Store apps using JavaScript, C#, C++, or Visual Basic. From the new Start screen to Live Tiles to new layout and controls, Windows Store apps provide an amazing canvas for your big ideas.
Use the tools
Visual Studio 2012 makes it easy to build, debug, localize, package, and deploy Windows Store apps.
Visual Studio templates help you get started quickly with confidence.
Blend for Visual Studio 2012 helps you design and build beautiful and intuitive user interfaces.
Develop Windows Store apps
With JavaScript and HTML: Learn how to program fun, engaging apps using familiar web technologies.
With C#/C++/VB and XAML: Use your experience with familiar Microsoft technologies to build fun, engaging apps.
With C++ and DirectX: Learn how to program graphically intensive and performance-optimized games and apps.
Do more
Port your app: Have an app on another platform that you’d like to bring to Windows? Use these design and development resources to make your job easier.
Get in-depth guidance: Explore in-depth examples and white papers for deeper understanding of key concepts.
Create Windows Runtime Components: Learn how to build reusable components with C++, C#, or Visual Basic, then call them in a simple and natural way from a Windows Store app using JavaScript.
