Windows 8 was launched on 26 October 2012 all over the world, and I was fortunately enough to be in London to witness for myself the Windows 8 Elite Launch here!
The event was held at the Modern Jago Studios in Shoreditch, London, and it was extremely exclusive. In order to qualify, I had to get myself into the Elite programme, where I first had to build a great Windows 8 app and submit it to the Windows Store by 26 Oct 2012, which actually wasn’t too difficult!
This has to be one of the most interesting events I’ve attended. Not only was the place very beautifully done up with free Polaroid pictures taken for us at the gallery, there were exciting activities to keep us occupied throughout the event! For instance, there was the Race car competition where we attendees had the opportunity to race with fellow app builders around the 8 lane figure of 8 track, with computerised lap times and top gear style leader board. The top performer walked away with an Xbox 360!!
At the bar, there were free flow drinks up for grabs, while enthusiasts like myself had the chance to join in the mixology lab and learn how to create our very own cocktail from the professional bartenders on site!
Served with Bangers & Mash, Fish & Chips and Burgers, we were given the opportunity to network with fellow Windows 8 app builders, and also create our very own customized limited edition Windows 8 Elite launch T-Shirts in less than 5 minutes.
Mr. Anand Krishnan, Senior Director, Developer and Platform Group, Microsoft UK also took the opportunity to address the attendees. Briefly, he highlighted to app developers the potential of Windows 8, and also the benefits of being in the Elite programme, which includes exclusive invitations to many networking and app developer events in the UK. One of the highlights is to meet Steve Ballmer in person on the 7 Nov 2012. There were also opportunities for us to promote and showcase our apps, which is absolutely amazing!
Since a picture speaks a thousand words, I’ll let them do the talking!
In the meantime, if you happen to be in London from now till end of the year, be sure to check out some of these free-to-attend camps and workshops to provide you with resources to create your very own Windows 8 apps.
And, if you’re in Singapore, do join us for WOWZAPP 2012: Worldwide Hackathon for Windows! This event is also held worldwide.
More photos from this event can be found on Modern Jago’s event coverage or my personal Facebook album.
Follow