Windows Mobile 6 has generated strong interest from both corporate organisations and end-users, but what does it offer developers? This session will examine how the development platforms for Windows Mobile 6 simplify application development and deployment and will show how to develop a single application that runs on the myriad of device types and form factors now on the market. Topics will include ROM enhancements and new emulators (including the FakeGPS, FakeServer and Cellular Emulator) that allow developers to simulate many real-world scenarios that were previously difficult to create and test. The session will conclude with a brief look at what device developers can expect in Visual Studio 2008.
A Microsoft MVP, Tony Whitter has worked as a software developer, consultant and trainer for over 30 years, including four years as the Head of Technology for a multinational software corporation. He now runs Whitter Technology, a .NET development, consultancy and training firm based in Europe. Tony has authored a popular series of .NET training courses, trained numerous developers, spoken at major international conferences and worked closely with Microsoft on Visual Studio 2005. Recent projects include the creation of e-learning content for the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 and 6.0 Developer Resource Kits and client development using Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF).
Please note: The demonstration source code requires Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 Standard Edition or better (not Express), the Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0 SDKs for both Standard and Professional and either Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5 (Windows XP) or Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1 (Windows Vista). Visual Studio 2005 Service Pack 1 and the Visual Studio 2005 Service Pack 1 Update for Windows Vista are also required for running Visual Studio 2005 under Windows Vista. The unit testing sample requires Visual Studio Team System 2008 Beta 2 Team Suite.
Demonstration source code (Visual Studio 2005 / 2008 Zip, 872 KB)
VBUG 2007 .NET Developer Conference brochure (PDF, 189 KB)
Windows Mobile 6 Developer Resource Kit
How to Get Started with Windows Mobile
Windows Mobile home page
Windows Mobile Team Blog
VBUG conference resources
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