Microsoft provides tools and resources to support development and testing of device drivers for the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems. For details about designing drivers for Windows, follow these steps:
1. Design and develop drivers for reliability, stability, and security.
For details about designing drivers for Windows, see: 2. Design drivers to meet driver signing and Windows Logo Program requirements.
For details, see: 3. Obtain and develop with the current WDK.
The Windows Driver Kit (WDK) contains tools, sample code, debugging symbols, and documentation for developing reliable Windows drivers. See also Which Windows Driver Kit and Test Kit to Use. 4. Implement device setup and driver installation as defined in the WDK.
For tools, samples, and documentation for developing installation programs and INF files, see the WDK. 5. Test device drivers by using Driver Verifier. | • | It's free, it's built into Windows, and it's easy to use. | | • | Approximately half the errors seen in drivers through Windows Error Reporting could have been detected during development by using Driver Verifier. |
6. Use MVP consultants and other trainers to learn about driver development.
The Most Valuable Professionals (MVP), who are experts in issues related to driver development, provide consulting and training services.
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