Tech giant Microsoft has announced the release of Visual Studio 2017 (version 15.1.26403.00). This release focuses on increasing the productivity and making it easier to create applications for mobile and cloud. A lightweight and modular installation is also a highlight feature.

Release Date: April 5, 2017 - version 15.1 (26403.00):

Summary of Updates in this Release

- Tools for Universal Windows App Development - Support for developing UWP apps for Windows 10 Creators Update (version 1703).
- A New Team Explorer Standalone Install.
- Sign up for, and sign in with a Microsoft account - now in one step through the first launch dialog.
- Addressed various installer reliability and accessibility issues.
- Improved Layout installer experience. Installer now appropriately respects InstallRecommended and InstallOptional.

Issues Fixed in this Release

To learn more about issues addressed in version 15.1, please visit our Developer Community Portal.

About Microsoft

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