Developer Resource Guide

Use these links to find commonly used resources, including key Web sites and information about developing hardware devices and drivers for Microsoft Windows operating systems.

WHDC References and Resources
WHDC Portal/NodalDDK MVP Expert Zone
WHDC Portal/NodalSpecifications: Hardware and Firmware Standards
OtherMVPs and Community Resources for Developers
OtherTechnical References for Engineers and Developers

Designing Devices and Systems
WHDC Portal/NodalDevice Fundamentals: Overview
WHDC Portal/NodalGetting Started with the Windows Logo Program
WHDC Portal/NodalPlatform Design Overview

Driver Development and Testing Resources
WHDC Portal/NodalDriver Installation
WHDC Portal/NodalSecurity, Reliability, and Performance
WHDC Portal/NodalWindows Driver Foundation
OtherHow to Get Symbols
Microsoft.comMicrosoft Developer Network (MSDN)

Developer Kits and Tools
WHDC Portal/NodalDebugging Tools for Windows - Overview
WHDC Portal/NodalIFS Kit - Installable File System Kit
WHDC Portal/NodalWindows Driver Development Kit: Overview
OtherOrder the DVD Test Annex

Qualifying Devices and Systems for Logo Programs
WHDC Portal/NodalDriver Signing Requirements for Windows
WHDC Portal/NodalQualification Service: Getting Started
WHDC Portal/NodalTest: Getting Started
OtherWHQL Support
DownloadableWHQL Submission Readme Form

Driver Maintenance Resources
White PaperMicrosoft Update Driver Publishing
Microsoft.comDriver Distribution and Winqual
Microsoft.comWindows Quality Online Services (Winqual)

Microsoft Newsgroups for Device Engineers and Driver Developers
Othermicrosoft.public.development.device.drivers
Windows Driver Development
Othermicrosoft.public.windbg
Debug Tools for Windows
Othermicrosoft.public.windowsxp.winlogo
"Designed for Windows" Logo Program

E-mail News for Developers
OtherHow to Subscribe to WHDC Newsletters


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