Workshop: Building Windows 8 Apps with C#/XAML

With a combination of lecture and hands-on coding, we'll cover the basics of how to build a Windows 8 application using C# and XAML - including an overview of the application development process in Visual Studio, the Windows 8 process lifecycle, XAML and data binding, incorporating application bars, sharing functionality, and the store submission process.

Bring your laptop with Windows 8 and Visual Studio 2012 Express for Windows 8 (http://www.microsoft.com/click/services/Redirect2.ashx?CR_CC=200115775)!

What is a Windows Application Developer Workshop?

Windows Application Developer Workshops provide an opportunity for developers to learn about Windows 8 and Windows Phone application development in an environment combining lecture and hands-on. Organized and run by Microsoft Technical Evangelists and area community experts, it's a great way to get started and keep up the momentum toward getting applications into the Windows Store.