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Windows 8 Game Development JumpStart

Windows 8 Game Development JumpStart

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Thinking about creating games, or already started and interested in learning about the new Windows 8 and Windows Store opportunity? Then join us for this Windows 8 Game Development JumpStart!

This JumpStart is a free, full day of instruction, with sessions that guide you from introductory to intermediate topics as the day unfolds. Throughout the day, we'll show you around Windows 8 development with a focus on game development, which is one of the largest areas of opportunity for app developers.

We'll cover core Windows 8 concepts and features for your games, game development concepts, and guidance on building and deploying your games. The day will also include looks at various cross-platform tools and frameworks for app and game development that can help you get started quickly or bring games to Windows 8 from other platforms.

Agenda

9:00 – Welcome to the JumpStart 9:15 – Windows 8 Platform & Features 10:30 – Break: Plan to unlock achievements 10:45 – Developing Apps for Windows 8 12:00 – Lunch: Refuel & Power Up 12:45 – Game Development Options for Windows 8 2:00 – Break: Prepare your laser focus 2:15 – Game Development Tools & Frameworks 3:30 – Conclusion: Wrap up and proceed to the next level Who Should Attend

No specific experience is necessary, and we encourage developers familiar with creating apps for other platforms to join in and learn about cross-platform options for bringing games to Windows 8.

Whether you're new to Windows 8, game development, or both, you'll leave with a practical understanding of Windows 8 features and development, a head filled with new app ideas, and the knowledge you’ll need to get in the game quickly!

Finding the JumpStart

The event will be at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in the Louise M. Slaughter Hall (Building 78). Here are directions to the RIT campus (http://www.rit.edu/maps/).

What to Bring

There's no requirement to bring a laptop, but if you'd like to follow along, bring a laptop with Windows 8 installed along with Visual Studio 2012 for Windows 8 Express (it's free).

See you at the JumpStart!

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