open source App store for Windows mobile ?? - General Topics

Hi,
why this kind of project doesn't exist on Windows mobile plateform?
I have started to dev an appstore-like for windows mobile (80% done) and the main problem i have is how maintain app list.
Open the app list to all contributor have some legal issues.
Maintain alone this is impossible if you want exhaustivity and reactivity.
I have thinked at something like apt-get for debian and ubuntu, one official repository and let the possibility to add other repository maintain by the community.
Another problem is how to create community ? how to find people who want to help your community?
Second problem storage!! You can't link directly the cab, First because they can move, and after by respect for the distant site.
What is your opinion, is it possible to do if you're not a Microsoft-like compagny ?
If i release my app, will you use it? whill you help to add cab ?
What kind of feature is must-have?
PS s: sorry for my poor english

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Is there any way to obtain sources of rom to recompile?

Is there any way to obtain sources of rom to recompile?
In some kind of C++ or else language code.
If it is possible, maybe it cost some $?
Who knows any information about it (interested in any platform)?
Yea, dream on!
How great would our lifes and phones be if such thing was possible.
Obviously it is not or we would not need ROM cooking.
Good luck asking M$ and HTC for their code though.
To be perfectly honest, some code is exposed in Platform Builder (M$ tool for creating WM ROMs) but even if you have the Windows Mobile version of the tool which is only available to OEMs it is still not enough.
You need the BSP (Board Support Package) which is something only the manufacturer of the device has.
P.S.
Pleas avoid making multiple posts. Just pick a forum and post there, even if it is the wrong one someone will find it and direct you where to go, or a moderator will move your thread where it belongs.

An application challenge for an altrustic purpose!

Hi.
I am using an HTC HD2.
So here's the challenge - or maybe not!
These guys (communicationautism.com) released PixTalk (see there download section), a WM application for children with Autism to allow them to communicate. The dark side (aka IPhone) have released a commercial application called Grace which achieves the same thing.
PixTalk is Open Source and the licence allows modification and redistribution.
The issue is this: I have been advised that it will not run on 800x420 screens (which is the HTC HD2). I get the following script:
ArgumentOutOfRangeException at System .IO.FileStream_Position(Int64value)
at Pixtalk>Form1.ctor()
at Pixtalk.Program.Main()
I am running it on an HTC HD2 1024Mhz with 800x480 display.
OS version is 5.2.23554.
I am running Microsoft .NET CF 3.5 (which is built into a customized ROM).
One thing I guarantee - I will be donating to the first person who can assist me as I have a 4 year old with Autism and I don't want to buy an IPhone!
Thanks in advance
Andrew
i'm sorry i'm not a developer, otherwise i would help you surely to make the app work, without any donation of course, the biggest one is the opportunity to can help your son.
bye!
ajt320 said:
ArgumentOutOfRangeException at System .IO.FileStream_Position(Int64value)
at Pixtalk>Form1.ctor()
at Pixtalk.Program.Main()
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Doesn't sound like a screen related error, sounds more like you have a file that its trying to open and it's either missing or corrupt. You say it's open source, but I don't see the source available on their site ... do you have it or can point me to it? If so I'd be happy to take a peek.
-Chuck
I only have the CAB file and associated images at this stage. I have requested the program co-ordinator for the code and will get back to you as soon as I have it.
EDIT: Sorry it is not a CAB but an EXE.
The licence reads:
PixTalk is a software application for Windows Mobile 6 that allows people to communicate using icons. PixTalk has been funded by a grant from Microsoft Research.
Copyright (C)
Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA, USA Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA, USA
This program is free software: you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the BSD License as published by the Open Source Initiative.
This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
See the Open Source Initiative OSI - The BSD License: Licensing
for more details opensource.org/licenses/bsd-license.php
Although I've never developed for compact .net, if you will be able to obtain the source, I'll do my best to help.
My uncle has Autism, Just wanted to thank you for putting this up!
Much respect!
I would donate to help If i wasnt so broke with 11 month old son..
Best of luck in your development!
I'll happily look at this once the source is available.
No donations required - I'm just a sucker for a good cause.
ajt320 said:
ArgumentOutOfRangeException at System .IO.FileStream_Position(Int64value)
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it seems that the app tries to read data from a position in the file which is beyond the filesize.
e.g.
the file being read has a size of 2.000 bytes, and the app tries to read from position 2.500.
hebbe said:
it seems that the app tries to read data from a position in the file which is beyond the filesize.
e.g.
the file being read has a size of 2.000 bytes, and the app tries to read from position 2.500.
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Or trying to read from a file that doesn't exist, and is being created by the stream object (whatever type of stream it actually is). It's pretty much guesswork until we see the source code.
Thanks
Thanks everyone for your great support.
The source code is on its way!
I just have to agree that the fix or updated version will be available to communicationautism.com for public download off their site.
The developer has said full credit will be attributable to those of you involved in the fix. I am hoping that will be some good cudos for you guys and gals!
ajt320 said:
Thanks everyone for your great support.
The source code is on its way!
I just have to agree that the fix or updated version will be available to communicationautism.com for public download off their site.
The developer has said full credit will be attributable to those of you involved in the fix. I am hoping that will be some good cudos for you guys and gals!
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Nice one mate. It'll be like a busman's holiday
Source Code
Here is the source code for Pix Talk.
Please read the earlier posts for the condition attached to further development and also what the problem is all about.
rapidshare.com/files/381341025/pixtalk.zip
Please feel free to PM me with any questions or requests for other information.
To give you some idea of the IPhone applications check out: //blog.steventroughtonsmith.com/2010/03/grace-picture-exchange-for-non-verbal.html#comments
Thanks in advance to all who contribute to this extremely beneficial application. I will ensure that your names are revered far and wide!!!!!
Still Going
Hi all.
johncmolyneux is on board and it would be good to get some other members involved - good for the developers and good for XDA as this is truly a worthwhile application.
HELP
OK.
John M is unfortunately unable to assist.
Is there anyone else who may be interested?
Can you please re-upload the source code because it is no longer available for download.
Good Luck
Hope someone can help you with the app
Source Code
Hi.
Here is the code:
http://rapidshare.com/files/412861773/pixtalk.zip
Let me know if you need any assistance in any way whatsoever and I will see if I can oblige.
Thanks for your interest!
Please check your PM's. I have uploaded an initial working version for you to test.
Once any problems are fixed I will provide a public download link as well as a link to the source.
Thanks
Thanks a bunch!
Have downloaded and will test first thing in the morning.
Mate I appreciate the time you have put into it so far!
Greetz
Where can I find this updated version
Hi,
I just downloaded the app from the site, and seem to have similar issues. This is for my autistic son. I found this thread. Can I get the updated app - also for the HD2. I do have dev experience too, so if the source code is available, and the problem is not fixed, I can look at help at fixing it too.

[IDEA] Cloud computer app for android platform

I know this has probably been though about before, but I'm serious about this... I have an idea for an application that can be used for anyone needing a computer work environment accessible on their mobile android device, whether it be your phone or tablet.
I would give more details, but people could steal it like no ones business!
Therefore, I am creating a website that will allow developers and coders to get together and help build this wonderful idea. I will edit this post when I have created it.
Any questions? Please feel free to ask below!

[DISCUSSION] Microsoft Project Siena

Hi,
I just stumbled upon the new project Siena, an app that allows you creating Windows 8.1 apps within Windows 8.1 without any programming needed. The cool thing is, that you can also use this app on Windows 8.1 RT.
Since the Project is open beta right now, there aren't many resources arroundand I'm still a little unclear about the abilitys of this.
My intention with this thread is to share what you discover, develop or what you have trouble with.
My first question is, what apps can you think about buissnes apps aside? Do you think, one could create a XDA-Forum app with this?
And how does the publishing work? Do you need a developers license to install your own applications? Can we simply share .appx -files, or do we need to use the store?
Here is the official page of
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/projectsiena
Happy Holidays and best regards,
Kalle
Update: As it turns out Microsoft allows you to publish apps created with Siena to the Windows Store, as the guys from SurfaceGeeks already published the first two apps and the other good news is that apps created with Project Siena also work in Windows RT.
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Source
I believe you need some sort of license to publish to the Windows Store because you need a license when you publish from Visual Studio

Looking for a Dev to create my project

Hello,
I am looking for a Developer who can create an Android App/Service/Whatever for me to do the following task.
Since I have no expertise in Android Development I am very thankful for any help an will surely send some $ as compensation for the result.
TASK:
The App/Service/Whatever should be able to open up a webpage, perform a click on that page on a button (follow all redirections, parse and use javascript, use cookies) just act like a normal Browser, but completely invisible.
I dont want to see any Icon or UI Interaction. Maybe its possible to realize that only on Shell (Terminal) Level.
The Final Webpage's HTML-Code should be saved in a file on the FileSystem (/data/Whatever/page.html).
The App is only for me, my device is rooted and Running Android 4.4.1 .
I hope that someone can help me.
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