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Take advantage of a comprehensive set of powerful embedded development tools, technologies, and resources. Microsoft’s partnership with several of the world’s premier hardware vendors gives hobbyists access to the same enterprise-class tools used by professionals – at an attractive price. It’s just one of the ways Microsoft is nurturing its vision to grow and support this important developer community.embeddedSPARK offers a kit that combines Windows Embedded CE 6.0, Visual Studio 2005 Professional, and an embedded device. Backed by Microsoft and a large, active community of embedded developers, Windows Embedded CE provides you with industry-leading tools to help you build an endless variety of embedded solutions.Whether you’re a student who dabbled in Windows Embedded at school, a hobbyist who likes to test the latest technology in your spare time or a casual developer who wants to see what you can create with the right tools, embeddedSPARK can help you start building your vision today. Master the skills that professionals around the globe use to build smart, connected, and service-oriented devices.

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2010 Challenge
NOW OPEN!
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Key Dates
  • April 27
    embeddedSPARK
    2010 SUMMER
    Challenge Opens
  • June 15
    R1 Closes
  • June 22
    R1 Winners
    Announced
  • August 31
    R2 Closes
  • September 7
    Winners/Finalists
    Announced
  • September 21
    Three Finalists Compete
    LIVE on Stage at
    ESC in Boston
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