Sanjay's Tech Blog

Simply Delightful!(don’t know how I missed this before), 5 minute videos about the Win 7 API Code Pack. it’s the quickest way to get to understand the importance of the Code pack and get started. This source-code library enables you to access new Windows 7 features (and related Windows Vista features) from managed code.

The Gesture API in Windows Mobile is kind of cool… thought I’d light it up with a concept visual…

 Windows Mobile Managed Gestures Sample are available here

If you want to learn more, the following two online webcasts serve the purpose(They are both rated Level 400, but I think the first one is like a Level 200.):

MSDN Webcast: Developing for Windows Mobile 6.5 Devices: Using the Gesture APIs (Part 1 of 2) (Level 400) Original Air Date: August 26, 2009

MSDN Webcast: Developing for Windows Mobile 6.5 Devices: Using the Gesture APIs (Part 2 of 2) (Level 400) Original Air Date: September 2, 2009

I thought I’d check out the Windows XP mode on Windows 7 and Bing’d it, was pleasantly surprised that all the info you need to understand and setup is available out here (http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/support/default.aspx)

There are some really simple and clear support videos, which I’ve included below.

A word of advice, if you have an earlier version of Virtual PC installed, Un-install it first to avoid any installation issues. In addition, you need check if your PC can run Windows XP mode http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/support/configure-bios.aspx.

Support videos

An Introduction to Windows XP Mode

How to Install Windows XP Mode

How to Install an Application on Windows XP Mode

Windows XP Mode IT Pro Series

An in-depth look at the features and capabilities of Windows XP Mode and guidance for IT Pros
Download

A few days ago I was discussing with a team an upgrade of a system, from a DNN based site to a Sharepoint based site. However, we would also be using Microsoft CRM system to store the various accounts and contacts. Since the team was not aware of Microsoft CRM, I had to quickly(less than 5 mins) summarize and give an impromptu introduction to Microsoft CRM. I used a technique called Concept Visuals(taught by my friend Sanjay Vyas) and found that they understood it very easily and hence thought I would post it here as well.

Interesting stuff out here.

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