Windows app development documentation

Everything you need to design, build, package, and publish Windows apps.

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Your path to building Windows apps

Start with the fundamentals, design great experiences, build your app, and prepare it for distribution.

Build new apps or modernize existing ones using our SDKs, frameworks, and tools.

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Explore sample apps and code snippets that demonstrate Windows app features and APIs.

Read announcements, release updates, and deep dives from the Windows developer team.

Set up your development environment with tools for Windows or the Windows Subsystem for Linux.

Connect with other Windows developers to get help, share ideas, and stay up to date.