Have you ever wanted to test your skills and creativity by building your own software add-on? Are you tempted to customise or improve the functionality of existing programs, create a macro that can be shared with others, or simply have some fun with technology?

 

Now is your big chance and you can win big prizes for your efforts!

 

We’ll get you started with our student and teacher toolkits packed with ideas and tips. We will also put you in contact with a development expert who can provide online coaching to help turn your ideas into reality. You just need to provide the time and creativity.

 

To enter our add-on competition for Microsoft Office and other software you must be 12–18 years old and submit your entry before 15 May 2010 using the provided template and entry form.

 

You can view other submissions and vote for your favourite from 1–30 June. The winning entries will be announced on 6 July! Winners will receive a trip to a mysterious European city and cash prizes will reward the best projects.

 

Interested in a career using eSkills? These video clips feature David Skinner, a career development expert, answering questions that will help you in the world of work.

 

Microsoft Intro Piece 01:16

Microsoft Question 1 17:37

Microsoft Question Block 2 05:55

Microsoft Question Block 3 04:20

 

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