I'm curious what the long term plans are for the Express Editions. Once out of beta, will the Express Editions continue to be free I am intrigued by the possibilities, as long as it doesn't turn into crippleware.
I am a hobbyist programmer, and know several people, like myself, who aren't inclined to spend big dollars for each upgrade. Granted, the Standard Edition products are not outrageously expensive, but for people looking to experiment with programming, offering a free alternative is worthwhile.
Additionally, will there be a MSVC2005 Toolkit release
The future of Express Editions
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The future of Express Editions
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"Microsoft also will launch entry-level Express Editions of its tools for beginning programmers and novice users. Express Editions of Visual Basic, Visual C#, Visual J#, and Visual C++ will be priced at $49 each. Microsoft will work through its reseller channels to offer special discounts that in some instances could result in a price 'that could even be zero,' Sridharan says. "
Thanks,Luke Hoban
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JoeGilkey
the pricing will be $49 look here:
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2005/mar05/03-21VS2005PR.mspx
a free alternative would be sharpdevelope.