Geocoding and Routing in Bing Maps Windows Store Apps (JavaScript)

Geocoding and Routing in Bing Maps Windows Store Apps (JavaScript)

In this blog post we are going to look at how implement Geocoding and Routing using the Bing Maps Windows Store App JavaScript SDK. If you are new to JavaScript development with the Bing Maps Windows Store App SDK I recommend reading the Getting started with Bing Maps Windows Store Apps blog post first. 
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Bing Maps for Windows Store Apps Training Kit

Bing Maps for Windows Store Apps Training Kit

Bing Maps for Windows Store apps combine the power of Windows 8 and Bing Maps to provide an enhanced mapping experience for Windows Store apps. Developers can use this Bing Maps control to incorporate the latest road maps, aerial views, and low-angle high-resolution images into a Windows Store app. 
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Geocoding and Routing in Bing Maps Windows Store Apps (Native)

Geocoding and Routing in Bing Maps Windows Store Apps (Native)

In this blog post we are going to look at how implement Geocoding and Routing using the Native Bing Maps Windows Store App SDK. If you are new to developing with the Native Bing Maps Windows Store App SDK I recommend reading the Getting started with Bing Maps Windows Store Apps blog post first. 
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Modules in Bing Maps for Windows Store Apps (JavaScript)

Modules in Bing Maps for Windows Store Apps (JavaScript)

The Bing Maps Web control is designed as a modular framework and the Bing Maps for Windows Store App JavaScript control follows the same design. Modules allow users to load only the features and functionalities they need, rather than loading everything up when the application starts. You can save yourself a lot of development time by using modules and avoid reinventing the wheel. 
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Getting started with Bing Maps Windows Store Apps (Native)

Getting started with Bing Maps Windows Store Apps (Native)

If you follow this blog regularly, there is a strong chance that you are familiar with Bing Maps and all the greatness it brings to the web. And, with Windows 8, you can add that same greatness directly into your applications using the Bing Maps SDK for Windows Store Apps. When developing with the Bing Maps SDK for Windows Store Apps you have the option of using JavaScript or Native code (C#, VB or C++). 
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“Carmaggedon II”: Bing Maps is Your Ben Affleck

“Carmaggedon II”: Bing Maps is Your Ben Affleck

I was pinged late yesterday by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority about this whole “Carmaggedon” nightmare going on in LA this weekend. Being a SoCal native, I empathized with just how horrible this is going to be. Seriously…horrible. Meanwhile, in Seattle, I’m smiling since I don’t have to deal with it; but, that’s neither here nor there.
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Global Ortho & 17 Million SqKm of New Satellite Imagery

Global Ortho & 17 Million SqKm of New Satellite Imagery

In a recent post, we announced the completion of the Global Ortho (GO) program in the United States.  GO for Western Europe is on schedule to be completed by the end of CY 2012. Also new this month, Bing Maps adds nearly 17 Million SqKm of new satellite imagery! 
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MapPoint 2013 Released!

MapPoint 2013 Released!

The North American version of Microsoft MapPoint 2013 has officially released! There are a bunch of new features and a full UX update. Check out the details from our Marketing team below. Or, if you know how awesome MapPoint is and just can’t wait to get a copy, buy one from the Microsoft Store. Microsoft® MapPoint® gives you the power to visualize sales, competitor and customer data to make better business decisions. 
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