Visual studio 2008 enables developers at all levels to rapidly create connected applications that offer compelling user experiences for Microsoft Windows Vista®, Windows Server® 2008, the 2007 Microsoft Office system, mobile devices and the Web.
Visual Studio 2008 delivers a wave of innovative new technologies, including improved language and data features. It ensures that developers can:
  • Rapidly create connected applications

  • Deliver next-generation software experiences

  • Overcome software development challenges

Visual Studio 2008 is a unified toolset that helps developers and development teams to builds great applications on the Microsoft platform. New features include:
  • Support for Windows Vista and the 2007 Microsoft Office system assist developers in building compelling rich client applications.
  • Support for Microsoft ASP.NET AJAX and the Microsoft Silverlight™ Add-in for Visual Studio 2008 ¡V helps developers build a spectrum of rich interactive Web applications.
  • With the deliver for Windows Server 2008 and Microsoft SQL Server™ 2008. Visual Studio 2008 is the single environment that developers and development teams need to help them become successful.

Microsoft Visual Studio Team System 2008 provides the tolls, processes and guidance for teams of any size to help all members improve their skills and work more effectively together. In addition:
  • Developers working in teams can add new members faster and also incorporate designers using Microsoft Expression® tools
  • Development teams can manage users easier, collaborate better, and build higher-quality applications.
  • The new tools and frameworks help to simplify tasks and ensure that developers can concentrate on high value work.

MIX essentials has been successfully held on Jul-11. Come and recollect the exciting moments of MIX essentials 2008!