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Coding4Fun articles detail interesting applications we created using a variety of programming languages. Most articles assume a basic understanding of the utilized language, but if you need help, please ask—we’ll do our best to help out.
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Getting started with Cinder for Windows Store AppsMay 14, 2013 at 3:20 PM
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What is different on Windows 8Legacy software written for Windows 7 and prior targeted the traditional Windows API, often referred to as Win32. They resulting apps would be a combination of an executable, assets and libraries. The Windows 8 operating system introduces a new type of application,… -
3 minutes, 49 secondsMissionControl - A Flexible API for Remote Device ControlMay 13, 2013 at 8:12 AMIn a race to optimize everything, developers often go to extremes to build software that performs routine tasks. MissionControl is a system that allows users to program a control center that stores interfaces with attached hardware sensors, allowing the users to control any other devices that can be…
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Philips Hue Lighting ControllerApr 08, 2013 at 8:17 AMSo Philips recently introduced their Hue Connected Bulbs: an easy-to-use set of LED light bulbs and Wi-Fi connected bridge which allows you to dynamically change the color of your home lighting using their iOS or Android app. What’s particularly cool is that the bridge has a web API which you can…
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Dynamic Lockscreen Changer for Windows Phone 8, Built With ASP.NET MVC and Azure Mobile ServicesMar 25, 2013 at 8:39 AMWith the release of Windows Phone 8, a few new developer API endpoints were made available that allow third-party applications to change the device lockscreen image. In this article, I am establishing the infrastructure and building a mobile application that provides the ability to choose from a…
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Panoramic Camera HeadMar 07, 2013 at 10:00 AMThe Pano Head is a rotating platform for a camera that mounts on a tripod and is controlled from your Windows Phone 8 device over Bluetooth. You can use it to take a series of pictures that you can stitch up with Photosynth. I’ve always wanted to take panoramic pictures with my camera from a tripod,…
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0 minutes, 38 secondsFlying the AR.Drone 2.0 with Windows Store ApplicationsJan 30, 2013 at 12:44 PMThe AR.Drone 2.0The Parrot AR.Drone 2.0 is an awesome device packed with cool features. The drone contains two cameras, one pointed forward that streams live video, and one pointed downwards (for all your surveillance needs). Its got four powerful engines that make it fast and maneuverable. The…
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Fall Fury: Part 12 - ConclusionsJan 23, 2013 at 3:57 PMProject ConclusionsDeveloping FallFury was a fun and educational activity. Besides the fact that I got to work with an amazing team of people who were willing to assist me with the testing and development, I learned some important points about the development process as a whole and have outlined…
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Fall Fury: Part 11 - Hardware Testing & DebuggingJan 23, 2013 at 3:57 PMHardware Testing & DebuggingAs previously mentioned, FallFury runs on multiple types of hardware as long as that hardware supports Windows 8. This article describes the project’s general testing and debugging process, including setting the debug configurations and remote debugging. Check out the…
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Fall Fury: Part 10 - CharmsJan 23, 2013 at 3:57 PMCharmsWith the release of the Windows 8 operating system, applications are now able to easily integrate with each other and have a unified way to control their workflow through unique system-wide contracts called Charms. Out of the multitude of available options, FallFury leverages two charms—Share…
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Fall Fury: Part 9 - Particle SystemJan 23, 2013 at 3:57 PMParticle SystemDuring gameplay there are scenarios during which users need to be visually notified that something has happened, such as a collision with an obstacle or an enemy shell. One way to do this is by having explosion or item breaking simulation, which brings us to the next large component…