Reimagining Windows: An In-Depth Look at Windows 8 for the Enterprise (HD) - Channel 9

In part 7 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas  give us a quick introduction to some of the new File Explorer (formerly “Windows Explorer”) features and capabilities. [2:01] Demo: Quick Access Toolbar [7:38] Demo: Advanced Menu Options [13:40] Demo: Show all folders [16:41] Demo: Open New File Types There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Join the App Builder Program and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips and partner development frameworks. Resources: Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

In part 6 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas  show off some of the new kinds of customization options found in Windows 8. [2:16] Demo: Start Screen background [6:33] Demo: Scheduled Maintenance [11:00] Demo: Power Options – Hibernate or Sleep There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Join the App Builder Program and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips and partner development frameworks. Resources: Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

In part 5 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas  briefly introduce you to some of the new security-centric improvements in Windows 8. [2:04] Demo: Control Your App Privacy [6:12] Demo: SmartScreen [11:33] Demo: Automatic Updates [17:31] Demo: Turn on BitLocker There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Join the App Builder Program and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips and partner development frameworks. Resources: Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

In part 4 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas  show off some of the newer and useful features found in Windows 8. [3:05] Demo: Windows 8 File History [14:03] Demo: Virtual Machines and Hyper-V [22:52] Demo: Windows To Go [31:55] Demo: Storage Spaces There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Join the App Builder Program and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips and partner development frameworks. Resources: Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

Mitchell Cichocki, Lead Developer at Busy Bee Studios, describes their experience developing Zoo Train, an app for Windows 8.  Tune in as he walks us through what tools they used as well as what level of support and free resources his team received from Microsoft in launching their app. Check out Zoo Train in the Windows Store! Your App Adventure Starts here.There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Attend the Virtual Summit on May 2nd and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips, partner development frameworks, and even reviews from iOS and Android developers. Don’t miss this FREE online event, REGISTER today!

Susy Christiansen, Founder of Busy Bee Studios, walks us through their app Zoo Train for Windows 8.  Zoo Train is a fun & educational bundle of games for toddlers and preschoolers featuring two kid favorites: animals and trains! Kids enjoy learning as they play the 5 different games plus a bonus sticker activity. With fun, playful illustrations and animations, original music, and intuitive game play that has been thoroughly kid-tested. Check out Zoo Train in the Windows Store! Your App Adventure Starts here.There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Attend the Virtual Summit on May 2nd and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips, partner development frameworks, and even reviews from iOS and Android developers. Don’t miss this FREE online event, REGISTER today!

Chevon Christie, Lead Windows Developer at Aviary, describes how Developers can easily add the Aviary Photo Editor to their Windows 8 apps by downloading their free SDK.  Aviary's beautiful photo editor is powerful, customizable, and can be plugged into your mobile apps and website in minutes. Download the Free SDK now for Windows 8 |  Check out the free Photo Editor for Windows 8 in the Windows Store Your App Adventure Starts here.There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Attend the Virtual Summit on May 2nd and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips, partner development frameworks, and even reviews from iOS and Android developers. Don’t miss this FREE online event, REGISTER today!

Chevon Christie, Lead Windows Developer at Aviary, walks us through their free “Photo Editor” app for Windows 8.  Aviary is a powerful, fast, and fun photo editor that allows users to easily edit their photos on the go with no fuss.  They’ve included all the tools you need, in a super intuitive interface so you can get right to editing.  Download it now in the Windows Store! Your App Adventure Starts here.There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Attend the Virtual Summit on May 2nd and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips, partner development frameworks, and even reviews from iOS and Android developers. Don’t miss this FREE online event, REGISTER today!

Mike Austin, Technical Director at  BlitWise Productions describes how his team developed  and launched their app Pocket Tanks for Windows 8.  Listen in as he walks us through their experience working with Microsoft as well as what tools and support was made available.  Download “Pocket Tanks”  for Windows 8____________________ Your App Adventure Starts here.There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Attend the Virtual Summit on May 2nd and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips, partner development frameworks, and even reviews from iOS and Android developers. Don’t miss this FREE online event, REGISTER today!

Michael P. Welch, President of BlitWise Productions and creator of Pocket Tanks walks us through their app for Windows 8.    Pocket Tanks is the fast-paced artillery game that is simple to learn, and fun to master. The perfect quick game for friends and family, you'll find yourself hooked for hours of play! Bury your opponent in a mound of dirt, or assail him with a barrage of bullets. Visit the Weapon Shop before battle to arm yourself for the struggle, or try the Target Practice mode to learn all the weapons and the best tactics to win.Experience the thrill of launching volley after volley of powerful and fun weapons across the battlefield, using very simple controls. Select your angle, power, and FIRE! There are many unique weapons including: Napalm, Firecrackers, Skippers, Cruisers, Tracers, Dirt Movers, and dozens more! This is the light-hearted game of heavy artillery for everyone.Pocket Tanks has been loved by fans for over 10 years, who have downloaded the shareware version MILLIONS of times. But now, for the first time on Windows, you can try the game in high definition! Download “Pocket Tanks”  for Windows 8

Jerry Nixon welcomes Niels Hilmar to the show as they discuss the Windows 8 app development opportunity that is open for anyone who has a great idea for an app. Tune in as they discuss the first-mover advantage, what free tools and resources are available as well as the upcoming App Builder Virtual Summit which tackles the “why” and “how” of designing and marketing apps for both Windows 8 and Windows Phone.  [0:52] How can developers capitalize on making apps for Windows 8 and Windows Phone? [6:37] How can developers get started making apps? [10:09] How do I sign up for the App Builder Program? [10:28] What is the App Builder Virtual Summit? [11:41] Who should attend the Summit? Is it just for developers? [14:32] How do I sign up? How much does it cost? App Builder Virtual Summit, May 2nd There’s never been a better time to build for Windows!  Attend the Virtual Summit and learn about the Windows ecosystem opportunity, design and monetization tips, partner development frameworks, and even reviews from iOS and Android developers. Don’t miss this FREE online event, REGISTER today!______________ Need Convincing? Tune in to the latest Microsoft DevRadio episode: “ How I’ve Made OVER $100k with My Windows 8 Apps” Michael Palermo welcomes Kevin Ashley to the show as they discuss how Kevin has made over $100k on his Windows 8 apps. Tune in as they discuss some tips and tricks for how you can improve your app revenue like  how to properly price your app and various monetization options that are available to you such as in-app purchase, pay-per download and advertising. Resources: Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

In part 3 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas show us some improvements in Windows 8 that will help people be more productive. [1:35] Demo: Windows Key Shortcuts [14:27] Demo: Manage startup with Task Manager [20:11] Demo: Get more done with Task Scheduler Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8. Resources: Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

In part 2 of their Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series, Kevin Remde and Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas dive deeper into the new modern user interface for Windows 8. [2:32] Demo: Closing an App [4:54] Demo: Mastering IE in Win8 [10:11] Demo: Run two apps side by side [13:15] Demo: Make a large app tile smaller [15:16] Demo: Contextual Search Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8.   Resources: Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

Kevin Remde welcomes Principal Technical Account Manager Lex Thomas to the show as they kick off their 8 part Windows 8 Tips and Tricks series. Tune in for part 1 as they show us around the new modern user interface in Windows 8. [1:34] Demo: Basic Navigation, Sharing, Search [7:44] Demo: Group Apps on the Start Screen [10:04] Demo: Easy Access – Pin Apps to the Start Screen [17:48] Demo: Shutting Down Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8. Resources: Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network

Kevin Remde welcomes Technical Specialist Susan Smith from the Windows Intune team as they discuss Intune’s cloud-based solution to manage PCs and mobile devices. Tune in as they discuss Intune’s capabilities and how it can help support your mobile workforce while still ensuring a better managed and secured IT environment. Try Windows Intune free for 30 Days. Sign up here! [1:21] What is Windows Intune and what is it used for? [2:10] What kinds of devices can Intune manage and monitor? [5:22] What kind of infrastructure is needed to support Windows Intune? [8:12] What is the end-user experience as it relates to Windows 8 application deployment? [15:13] How does Windows InTune support the management, monitoring, or even application publishing to devices that are owned by the employee and not the company? Download the Windows 8 Enterprise Evaluation today and test your applications, hardware and deployment strategies with Windows 8. Resources: Windows 8 Enterprise Windows 8 Licensing The Springboard Series Blog Windows 8 Resources for IT Pros on Springboard Resources for Developers to Build Windows 8 Apps Windows 8 resources for partners on Microsoft Partner Network