Re: Slimdx 2.0.10.43
Kathryn Garivay
Slimdx 2.0.10.43: A Free Open Source Framework for DirectX Applications
If you are a developer who wants to create DirectX applications using .NET technologies such as C#, VB.NET, or IronPython, you might be interested in SlimDX, a free open source framework that provides a thin layer of abstraction over the native DirectX API. SlimDX is designed to be fast, lightweight, and easy to use, while still exposing the full power and flexibility of DirectX.
SlimDX was first released in 2007 by a group of enthusiasts who wanted to create a better alternative to Microsoft's Managed DirectX (MDX), which was discontinued in 2006. Since then, SlimDX has been updated regularly to support the latest versions of DirectX, from DirectX 9 to DirectX 12. SlimDX also supports other DirectX components, such as Direct2D, Direct3D, DirectInput, DirectSound, and XAudio2.
The latest version of SlimDX is 2.0.10.43, which was released on September 13, 2010. This version supports both .NET Framework 2.0 and .NET Framework 4.0, and includes binaries, documentation, and samples for both versions. The SDK also includes all of the files necessary to build custom installation packages if desired. The SHA 256 checksum for this version is 2ffb845153c54b76d964378fdcf0c14bb0f581598660278ca299652322cbb762.
To install SlimDX 2.0.10.43, you can use the RubyGems package manager by typing the following command in your terminal: gem install slimdx -v 2.0.10.43. Alternatively, you can download the SDK from the official website or from other sources. You can also browse the documentation online or offline using the RubyDoc.info tool.
Once you have installed SlimDX, you can start creating your own DirectX applications using your preferred .NET language and IDE. You can also use the samples provided in the SDK as a reference or a starting point for your own projects. SlimDX is compatible with most DirectX tools and libraries, such as Visual Studio, SharpDX, XNA, SlimTune, and more.
SlimDX is a free open source project that is licensed under the MIT License, which means you can use it for any purpose, including commercial applications, without any restrictions or obligations. However, if you find SlimDX useful and want to support its development and maintenance, you can consider making a donation to the project or becoming a sponsor. You can also contribute to the project by reporting bugs, suggesting features, writing documentation, or submitting patches.
SlimDX is a powerful and versatile framework that enables developers to easily build DirectX applications using .NET technologies. If you are looking for a free open source alternative to MDX or other DirectX wrappers, you should give SlimDX a try and see what it can do for you.