I am starting developing Windows 8 Metro apps. It seems that there are 3 different approaches available for creating one:
Do these approaches have the same functionalities and power?
I mean that if one develops an app in one these three, is it possible to recreate it in any of the other two?
Well, a simple application can be built on any of these platforms. Their won't be much difference. C++ code is generally more faster, if speed is a matter for you got that way! There are some tools like DatePicker and all which are available only in JS/HTML but NOT on XAML(Alternatives are available though). So yes! there is a bit difference in the API's available for each of them.
Their is a question already on the site explaining difference between C# and C++. I personally prefer C#/XAML because it is easy and comfortable.
You may refer to it here:
What are the pros and cons of writing C#/XAML vs. C++/XAML WinRT applications in Windows8?
Happy coding :)
You can write the basic engine with the C# language and the mainview with HTML5.
If you know web development technologies, you can develop a Windows Store app using HTML5, Cascading Style Sheets, Level 3 (CSS3), and JavaScript.
If you have developed .NET, Windows Presentation Foundation, or Microsoft Silverlight applications, you can develop a Windows Store app using XAML, with code-behind in C++, C#, or Visual Basic.
If you know DirectX, you can develop a DirectX Windows Store app using native C++ and HLSL to take full advantage of graphics hardware.
