Jerry Nixon @Work: Microsoft DevRadio: Your Top Windows Store Questions Answered

Jerry Nixon on Windows

Monday, October 22, 2012

Microsoft DevRadio: Your Top Windows Store Questions Answered

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Jerry Nixon welcomes Principal Program Manager Arik Cohen to the show as they discuss the recently launched Windows Store and a wide variety of topics developers ask most.

  • [8:11] Can I use my existing MSI to sell my apps?
  • [9:51] Can I use the Windows Store as a delivery mechanism for a Windows 32 bit desktop app?
  • [11:45] What other markets / currency does the Windows Store support?
  • [14:16] Can Penguins in Antarctica use the Windows Store?
  • [15:34] What is the opportunity size for Windows 8 Developers?
  • [16:32] Payment Options?
  • [18:20] How are apps sorted? How can I get featured?
  • [20:41] What analytics are available?
  • [22:10] How do I get paid?
  • [24:35] What is the revenue split?
  • [25:54] Pricing & Licensing for my app?
  • [30:41] Do trials work?
  • [36:31] What about subscription support for my app?

Next Steps:
Step #1 – Download the Tools for Windows 8 App Development
Step #2 – Download Visual Studio Express for Windows 8
Step #3 – Start building your own Apps for Windows 8

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