ĭevelopers who are registered in the program get access to two development kits at no cost, as well as access to all required technical documentation. Angela Hession was the Launch Architect of the program and developed the program based on input from Independent Developers. General Manager, Marc Whitten was the sponsor of the project providing management and funding. Director Chris Charla at the Game Developers Conference was announced by Xbox Vice President Phil Harrison at Gamescom on August 20, 2013.
