Microsoft Code-a-Thon: Waterloo University - Day 1

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Waterloo University - Day 1

Velocity is everything that students say it would be; warm with the right atmosphere to promote innovative development. It is the perfect place where incubation happens along with a big screen television with all the games to enjoy.

 

Microsoft gathered at the main lobby at the Velocity residence to host the first annual Microsoft Code-a-Thon. This is a 24hour event that is aimed at bridging students into the world of mobile development. A great number of motivated students took part on the first day of live Windows Phone 7 demo, brain storming and some awesome pizza to embrace in each other’s presence to turn ideas into applications.

Some formed teams and made friends immediately while others was more interested in learning the environment at first. Either way, the downloading started and the Windows Phone 7 Emulator was popping up on all the students’ computer screens. Microsoft gives students the tools to advance in their careers at Dreamspark and from there students are able to turn awesome ideas into projects. By competing in the ImagineCup and Battle of the Apps contests, students can gain even greater exposure.