Windows General Documentation
Welcome to the general documentation section for Windows development. Here you'll find essential information, conceptual overviews, and best practices to help you build robust and efficient applications for the Windows platform.
Key Concepts and Overviews
Dive deep into the fundamental building blocks of Windows development:
- Core Concepts: Understand the Windows architecture, processes, threads, memory management, and more.
- User Interface Guidelines: Learn how to design intuitive and accessible user experiences that align with Windows design principles.
- Security Best Practices: Implement secure coding practices to protect your applications and user data.
- Performance Optimization: Discover techniques to improve the speed and responsiveness of your Windows applications.
- Deployment and Packaging: Understand how to package and distribute your applications effectively.
Getting Started
New to Windows development or looking to refresh your knowledge? Start with these resources:
- Setting Up Your Development Environment: A guide to installing Visual Studio and necessary SDKs.
- Your First Windows App: A step-by-step tutorial to create a simple application.
Featured Topics
Background Tasks
Learn how to run code efficiently in the background, responding to system events or user actions.
File Access and Storage
Explore different methods for accessing and managing files and data on Windows.
Networking Fundamentals
Understand how to implement network communication in your applications.
Interacting with Hardware
Discover APIs and techniques for interacting with devices and hardware.
Resources and Tools
Explore the tools and resources available to enhance your Windows development workflow:
- Windows SDK Overview: Details on the Software Development Kit and its components.
- Developer Tools: Information on Visual Studio, debugging tools, and profiling utilities.
- Microsoft Design Guidelines: Comprehensive guidelines for creating engaging user experiences.