Professional Developers Conference facts for kids

Steven Sinofsky and Julie Larson-Green presenting at PDC 2008

The Professional Developers Conference (PDC) was a special event where people from all over the world gathered to see new things from Microsoft. It was a big meeting for computer programmers and developers. They learned about new tools and technologies. Microsoft used the PDC to show off its latest software and plans.

What Was the PDC?

The PDC was a series of conferences. Microsoft held them to connect with software developers. These events helped developers learn about new products. They also got to try out new tools. It was a chance for Microsoft to share its vision for the future.

Why Was the PDC Important?

The PDC was very important for developers. It gave them early access to new software. They could start building apps for these new technologies. This helped new Microsoft products succeed. It also created a community for developers.

Who Attended the PDC?

Thousands of people attended the PDC. Most attendees were software developers. They came from many different companies. Students and tech enthusiasts also attended. It was a great place to learn and network.

Key Moments and Announcements

Over the years, many big announcements happened at the PDC. These events often showed off major new operating systems. They also revealed new programming tools. Developers looked forward to these reveals.

PDC 2008: Windows 7 and Azure

One famous PDC was in 2008. Microsoft showed off Windows 7 for the first time. This was a big deal for computer users. They also introduced Microsoft Azure. Azure is a cloud computing platform. It lets people store data and run programs online.

PDC 2010: Windows Phone 7

The PDC in 2010 was also notable. Microsoft announced Windows Phone 7. This was their new smartphone operating system. They hoped it would compete with other phones. Developers learned how to create apps for it.

The End of the PDC

The last Professional Developers Conference was in 2010. After that, Microsoft changed its conference strategy. They started a new event called Build (developer conference). Build replaced the PDC. It continues to be a major event for developers.

From PDC to Build

Build is similar to the PDC. It still focuses on developers. Microsoft uses Build to announce new products. It covers Windows, Azure, and other technologies. Build is now the main conference for Microsoft developers.

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