It’s time to GeekOut and win a Windows 8 tablet!
Posted: March 28, 2013 Filed under: Uncategorized Leave a comment »
We know that there is a little geek in all of us – a geek who wants to create apps. We also know that you have some amazing ideas for those apps. That’s why we wanted to provide you with the tools, training and assets, to get you started with developing apps and launch them off to the world!
Geek Out is a collection of events, online and offline, which are aimed to help you create amazing Windows 8 apps and publish them to the Windows 8 Store. There are seminars, workshops and hackathons happening all around Finland – and the best part is..they’re all free!
So what are you waiting for, get your Geek Out and check out events in your area! You might even win a brand new Windows 8 device through our raffle!
Save the date: Great Windows Phone 8–training on the 28th of January in Espoo
Posted: December 21, 2012 Filed under: AppCampus, Store, Windows Phone 8 Leave a comment »
It’s been great to see that so many Windows Phone developers join us in different events, from the Amigos-tour to WOWZAPP and the Starat-tour! Most of these events have had a Windows 8 focus and we’ve been building some great Windows 8 apps in addition to Windows Phone. But now it’s time to have a pure Windows Phone 8 training!
We’ll organize a training with a speaker from Redmond. In the event you’ll get an introduction to Windows Phone 8 development and explain the new features of WP8. The event is free of charge and it will be organized in Espoo. Stay tuned for updates and registration links. Want to book a seat? Send an email to wpworksfi@microsoft.com
The WOWZAPP Winners are here–and they’re riding with style!
Posted: November 26, 2012 Filed under: Uncategorized 2 Comments »
It’s been a couple of week since WOWZAPP and we’ve managed to get some sleep. It’s been great seeing that so many attendees have continued on your app development, looking forward to see them in the Store! Let us know when you’re ready to publish, so we can do a virtual high five – and maybe promote your app!
Get a headstart on your Windows Phone 8 apps with WOWZAPP
Posted: October 30, 2012 Filed under: AppCampus, Marketplace, Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 Leave a comment »
It’s a great day for all developers! Yesterday we saw some great devices coming from Nokia, HTC and Samsung! And I know all of you have been waiting for the Windows Phone 8 SDK and the wait is almost over.. soon we’ll have it! 
To get a headstart on your app development with Windows Phone 8, you should join as at the WOWZAPP-codenight. We’ll have great trainers for Windows Phone 8 and representatives from the Windows Phone Design team from Redmond. It’s a great chance to learn Windows Phone development from the best and get your application known. As you know AppCampus is also joining us and awarding the best idea with 20 000€
Isn’t the event just about Windows 8?
Nope. The event is called “WOWZAPP: Worldwide hackathon for Windows”, so both Windows 8 and Windows Phone are a part of this. We will have trainers that are experts in both platforms and they will be able to help you create your own app.
The trainers
I wanted to highlight a few trainers for you, check the full list at http://www.microsoft.com/finland/wowzapp/
Kimo Boissonnier
CEO of Tuliotus
Project Manager – Student Projects in Nokia Student Innovation Lab
Kimo Boissonnier started to work with mobile games as a student in Nokia in 1998 and has since then actively practiced game design and programming. A real geek with a passion of gadgets, working with embedded systems and most importantly teaching all aspect of game development to the younger generation.
Now on his new quest to release his first commercial title, Haunted: Dungeons of Herwood.
Karl Ots
Technical Consultant at Symbio
Karl Ots believes that smart mobile devices and great user experiences will make the world a better place. He applies that passion to his work as a technical consultant on latest Microsoft technologies at Symbio. With over 5 years’ experience on software and mobile industry, Karl is a Microsoft Student Partner Lead, has published several international papers and holds a patent. His Twitter handle is @fincooper. Karl is also a Windows Phone 8 trainer.
Arturo Toledo
Architect
Arturo Toledo is an Architect. He runs a boutique design studio attending clients in the United States, Europe and Asia. His work explores the convergence of human arts and science to give shape to an ever evolving design practice. With a particular commitment towards design education, Arturo is permanently engaged with the international design and development communities and often travels the world to exchange ideas about design with other designers and developers. Prior to his current venture, Arturo worked for Microsoft in Redmond for 7 years driving design evangelism.
Jeremy Bowen
UX Designer, Windows Phone
Jeremy is a user experience designer on the Windows Phone. Jeremy joined the Windows Phone design studio after recognizing their unique, authentically-digital approach to design and user experience. Before joining Microsoft, he was a graphic designer for the Seattle Art Museum, creating in-gallery graphics, print materials, websites, and mobile apps. Jeremy studied Music and Graphic Design at Brigham Young University, and believes in creating meaningful, delightful experiences – whether it’s a phone, an app, a book, a brand, an exhibit, or music.
So what are you waiting for? Register now at www.microsoft.fi/wowzapp
WOWZAPP – Get visibility for your app
Posted: October 24, 2012 Filed under: Uncategorized Leave a comment »
WOWZAPP is right around the corner with more and more partners signing up for the event! So why do so many companies sign up for the event? In addition to all the free training, help from experts and recruiting capabilities (there will be students as well), they are interested in the visibility they’ll gain from the event!
Why should I attend a 24 hackathon? 20 000€ that’s why.
Posted: October 24, 2012 Filed under: AppCampus, Contest, Imagine Cup, Store, Students, Windows 8, Windows Phone 7 Leave a comment »
Yesterday AppCampus announced that they would award the best app idea at WOWZAPP with a 20 000€ grant, for the idea to be taken to the Windows Phone platform. So in addition to all the expert developer support, designer support, great fun and a ton of sleepdeprived geeks, you may be able to boost your idea with 20 000€!
WOWZAPP 2012–No Sleep, Live to Code
Posted: October 22, 2012 Filed under: Contest, Imagine Cup, Store, Students, Windows 8 1 Comment »
It’s time to register for the greatest hackathon ever! WOWZAPP will be a chance for you to meet a bunch of fellow developers from around the world, experience the newest devices and amaze the world with your crazy app development skills!
The event is free of charge, we’ll provide you with the training, mentors, food & beverages and a lot of fun activity through the code-night! You don’t need any previous experience with Windows 8 app development, we’ll teach you! All you need is your amazing self and your laptop with Windows 8!
Check it out now at www.microsoft.fi/wowzapp
