Microsoft DevRadio: How to Convert Your Windows Phone App into a Windows 8 Application

Summary: Abstract: Nisha Baxi and Jerry Nixon are back for today’s show as they welcome Developer Evangelist Daniel Egan to talk about how you can migrate your Windows Phone App to a Window 8 application. Tune in as they discuss what steps are needed, the level of effort that is required, what design and control changes should be considered as well as some words of wisdom for cross-platform app development.Next Steps:Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App DevelopmentStep #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8 Subscribe to our podcast via iTunes, Zune, or RSS If you're interested in learning more about the products or solutions discussed in this episode, click on any of the below links for free, in-depth information: Websites: Getting started with Windows 8 Apps How to Sell Your Apps and Make Money in the Windows Store Attend a Windows 8 Developer Camp and Hackathon in your area! Learn more about Windows Phone to Windows 8 Convert-A-Thons Blogs & Articles: Jerry Nixon’s Blog Daniel Egan’s blog Videos: Microsoft DevRadio: Developing for Windows 8 in 1/2 the time (Part1) Getting Started Microsoft DevRadio: How to Convert Your Windows Phone App into a Windows 8 Application Microsoft DevRadio: Why Wait? Develop for Windows 8 Now! Virtual Labs: Windows 8 Release Preview Virtual Labs