Design Your Product

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We’ve done our best to compile Microsoft resources for the components of the Design Phase, but if you’re looking for something that we may have missed please let us know! They are listed in no particular order.

Training

  • Local Partner Training (MSPP)

    Get expert-led training in your country, in your language, and at your convenience. Local training offerings are available at greatly reduced costs and in a variety of formats, including classroom, seminar, live and recorded webcasts, and more. Go to your local partner training site to find sales, marketing, and technical training related to the ISV/Software Competency. (Note: Availability of training varies by country.)

  • Hands-On Labs Online

    Learn from the convenience of your desk with Hands-On Labs Online. This step-by-step training in a lab environment allows you to explore the latest Microsoft technologies in the context of real-world business scenarios.

  • Online Tutorials

    Discover the features and functions of Microsoft software and solutions through free Online Tutorials for ISV/Software solutions. Online Tutorials often include simulation exercises and skills assessments to determine your proficiency level.

  • Partner Training and Readiness Resource Center (MSPP Gold)

    Find resources, such as case studies, whitepapers, books, classroom content, and more to provide training on Microsoft software and solutions. In addition, online assessment tools will quickly determine your current level of readiness and recommend a customized training path.

Security

Research

  • Market Research (MSPP)

    Stay on top of global market trends that have an impact on ISVs. Read the latest reports from industry leaders like Gartner, IDC, Jupiter, and more.

Planning

  • Expert Columns Online (MSPP)

    View expert columns to stay current on topics that matter to you, including business planning, marketing, and development practices.

  • ISV/Software Solutions Competency Resources Web Page

    Visit this page frequently to access premier to content, tools, the latest technologies, partner-exclusive training, and support related specifically to the ISV/Software Competency.

  • Additional MSDN Software Licenses

    Enjoy additional MSDN Universal software licenses in addition to those you already receive as a Certified or Gold Certified Partner. Certified Partners in the ISV/Software Solutions Competency receive 5 additional MSDN licenses. Gold Certified Partners in the Competency receive an additional 25 MSDN licenses.  

  • Additional Internal-Use Software Licenses

    Receive additional software licenses (in addition to those you already receive as a Certified or Gold Certified Partner) for internal business use and training purposes.

Usability

  • Designed for Windows—Optimized for Accessibility

Migration