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White Paper: Microsoft Data Platform Development

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and the Microsoft data platform provide developers with a comprehensive programming framework in which to create data-centric solutions that target mobile devices, desktops, Web servers, and enterprise servers. This data programming environment improves developer productivity by integrating data access and management into the business logic of an application. It provides a comprehensive platform for data access and management from disparate data sources, and a scalable solution for data storage and applications.

Included in This Document

  • Introduction

  • Improved Productivity

    • ADO.NET Entity Framework

    • LINQ

    • Visual Studio

  • Comprehensive Data Platform

    • Data Connectivity Technologies

    • Rich Data Programmability Capabilities

    • Your Data, Any Place, Any Time

  • Scalable Data-Centric Solutions

    • Scalable Data Storage

    • Scalable Data Applications

  • Conclusion