Apps are at the heart of Windows 10, bringing rich and engaging experiences to both touch-driven tablet and keyboard-centric desktop users alike. Windows 8.1 uses the powerful Windows Runtime (WinRT) engine to power it’s app ecosystem. It provides developers with a feature-rich modern API that enables you to create sophisticated apps quickly and easily.

This fully-revised book by seasoned author Adam Freeman explains how to create the very best Windows 10 apps using JavaScript and HTML5. Beginning with the nuts and bolts you’ll progress through all of WinRT’s features to the most advanced concepts.

Each topic is covered clearly and concisely and is packed with the details you need to learn to be truly effective. Fully working code samples are provided throughout the text to showcase the power and subtlety of Windows 8.1.