New Developer Tutorials for Windows

Visual Basic .NET Code Sample: Using the COM Port in VB.NET sample demonstrates how to control a communications port from .NET. Since the .NET Framework does not support direct control of the Comm Port, a separate class is used that provides direct Win32...

Visual Basic .NET Code Samples: Master Set of 101 Samples includes a master set of Visual Basic .NET code samples demonstrating various aspects of the language in the following areas: syntax, data access, Windows Forms, Web development and Web services,...

This is the most current version of the Installation Guide for Visual Studio 2005 Team Foundation Server. It contains any changes that were made to the guide since shipping, including updates to support the installation of Visual Studio 2005 SP1. This...

The Shopping Services Architect Patterns Summary presents a systematic method for translating business requirements into an IT implementation that integrates Microsoft products, services, and support. The purpose of this summary is to convey the basic...

This customer service sample application demonstrates the use of the Microsoft .Net Framework, SQL Server 2000 XML functionality, and XSLT documents. It allows customers to view customer, order, and order detail information in a secure environment. The...

The Rich Text Format (RTF) Specification provides a format for text and graphics interchange that can be used with different output devices, operating environments, and operating systems. Version 1.8 of the specification contains the latest updates...

Although real-time graphics techniques are quickly advancing towards realism, the main issues many developers face is still performance. PIX for Windows is a powerful tool you can use to squeeze the most performance out of your game. Learn about the new...

Enabling high-performance games requires an arsenal of tools and techniques. This presentation will demonstrate the practical use of CPU and GPU performance analysis tools on both Xbox 360 and Windows. Youll come away armed with the knowledge needed to...

As the audio landscape evolves, Microsoft remains committed to a range of audio solutions for programmers and composers that effectively target platforms such as Windows and Xbox 360. Come hear what the future holds for audio APIs and tools from...

LIVE on Windows brings a new generation of online gaming to Windows. Join us to hear about how LIVE can provide you with the technology to fully enable your games for multiplayer gaming and extensive community. The LIVE platform provides you with...