Windows API Reference: Development Tools

Essential Development Tools

Explore the tools designed to help you build powerful and efficient Windows applications.

The comprehensive Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for Windows development. Supports C++, C#, .NET, and more.

Learn more about Visual Studio

A powerful debugger for kernel-mode and user-mode debugging, essential for identifying and fixing complex issues.

Explore WinDbg capabilities

The Microsoft Visual C++ compiler, a cornerstone for high-performance native Windows applications.

Discover MSVC features

The Software Development Kit (SDK) provides the headers, libraries, and tools needed to develop Windows applications.

Get the latest Windows SDK

Tools like Windows Performance Analyzer and PIX help you identify performance bottlenecks and optimize your applications.

Optimize your application performance

Leverage these frameworks to accelerate your development process.

The modern UI platform for all Windows applications, enabling beautiful and performant user experiences.

Build modern UIs with WinUI

Comprehensive platforms for building a wide range of Windows applications, from desktop to cloud.

Explore .NET development