Microsoft Unveils Next Version of Visual Studio and .NET Framework

Includes ALM enhancements


September 29, 2008
URL:http://www.drdobbs.com/tools/microsoft-unveils-next-version-of-visual/210604436


Microsoft has provided the first look at the next version of its developer tools and platform, which will be named Visual Studio 2010 and the .NET Framework 4.0. This includes an in-depth look at how Visual Studio Team System (VSTS) 2010 (code-named "Rosario") will help "democratize" ALM with a unique solution that brings all the members of a development organization into the application development lifecycle, and removes many of the existing barriers to integration.

"With Visual Studio 2010 and the .NET Framework 4.0, we are focused on the core pillars of developer experience, support for the latest platforms spanning client, server, services and devices, targeted experiences for specific application types, and core architecture improvements," said S. "Soma" Somasegar, senior vice president of the Developer Division at Microsoft. "These pillars are designed specifically to meet the needs of developers, the teams that drive the application lifecycle from idea to delivery, and the customers that demand the highest quality applications across multiple platforms. You can expect to hear a lot more about Visual Studio 2010 and the .NET Framework 4.0 in the coming months."

Here's what Microsoft means by "democratizing" ALM: Much of application development remains siloed throughout the enterprise, leading to decreased productivity and lengthy product development cycles. With VSTS 2010, Microsoft is giving individuals and development organizations an solution that lets them integrate and build and deliver applications. This includes new capabilities that make it easier for all contributors on the software team to participate throughout the lifecycle -- from the core developers and testers to the wider team of project managers, designers, and business analysts. Highlights include:

In another move to increase integration across the lifecycle, Microsoft also announced that VSTS 2010 will provide a unified VSTS Development and Database product. As a benefit to existing Software Assurance (SA) customers, those who currently own Visual Studio Team System 2008 Development Edition or Visual Studio Team System 2008 Database Edition will receive all the following products starting Oct. 1, 2008, for free:

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