"Project Siena": how can I create other apps with Windows 8.1?
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One of Microsoft's objectives in relation to Windows 8 is to try to capture the attention of developers so that they bet on their new operating system. However, Redmond thought it would also be interesting to allow non-programming users to bring their ideas to the Windows Store.
This is how Project Siena was born, an application that allows anyone to design and create their own applications for the Windows Store, and publish them directly once the job is finished.This application includes, for example, support for creating other applications that make use of photos, videos, stylus detection, speech recognition, and cross-database interaction.
Project Siena
Project Siena could be considered a builder of WYSIWYG applications (">
In fact, the entire interface of Project Siena has been made thinking of those users who are not familiar with programming, but neither you have to be confused since it is not simply a matter of applying some templates. Hobbyists and businesses can also build applications capable of capturing data from the Internet or corporate networks.
The official Project Siena website (available in English only) ensures that users can create anything from product catalogs to full-featured applications.
When an app is finished or ready for testing, you can create a simple installer through Project Siena to share with other users, or publish it directly to the Windows Store .
In short, Project Siena seems like a good alternative to attract a new generation of developers to get interested in Windows 8. It's also perfect for small businesses and agencies designers, who have customers who need an app in the Windows Store but don't have anyone with the knowledge to develop it.
Should this initiative be successful, we could see a significant increase in the number of new applications arriving every day. Although the ones that stand out the most are those made by experienced programmers, after hours of work thinking about how to solve the various problems that arise, a growth in applications made by enthusiasts and medium-sized companies cannot have a negative impact.
On Windows Phone there is a similar alternative called App Studio, to attract independent developers to Windows Phone.
Project Siena is available for free in the Windows Store, and is compatible with Windows 8.1 and Windows RT devices such as Surface 2.
