Microsoft Expression Blend [OLD VERSION]

The professional interactive design toolProduct InformationMicrosoft Expression Blend is the professional design tool to create engagingWeb-connected experiences for Windows.  Collaborate with developers tobring stunning applications to life.  Drive brand recognition and repeatuse for the desktop or Web.  Design ultimate experiences!IncludesMicrosoft Expression Blend includes Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 StandardEdition.  A prehensive development environment for individualprofessional developers.Visual Studio 2005 Standard Edition is a prehensive high productivityprofessional development environment (for devs working alone) for building highperformance multi-tier applications for Windows Web and mon consumermobile devices. The ideal tool for the part-time or occasional developer. Support for Visual Basic C# C++ and J# languages. Develop and deploy client-server based Windows Web SmartPhone and Pocket PC applications. "Drag and drop" user interface designers for virtually every type of application Includes a built-in Web server for testing Web applications IIS is not needed Integrated SQL Reporting Services Integrated ClickOnce support Dozens of new reusable controls for creating Windows and Web applications Master Pages support for maintaining a consistent look and feel across Web applications Edit and Continue for simple intuitive debuggingProduct FeaturesYour sandbox just got biggerGet involved with the new wave of next-generation applications that blend thebest of the Web and the desktop. Design cutting-edge user interfaces andcollaborate with developers to bring these stunning new types of applications tolife.Art meet scienceThink of it as your virtual playground. Mix design elements such as videovector art high quality text animation pixel images and 3D content with afull toolbox of advanced controls and containe

• Professional design tool for creating engaging Web-connected experiences for Windows

• Quickly build stunning prototypes, projects, code and designs in a friction-free environment

• Create a compelling, elegant interface using a full spectrum of media types, including vector and pixel art, video, audio and more

• Add interactivity to your designs without writing code; just add the fully customizable controls

• Deliver applications that are more usable and achieve greater end-user satisfaction and productivity