I am a programmer working with .Net environment .I downloaded DevForce Express after seeing it highlighted at http://msdn.microsoft.com/netframework. I also went to the website and they claim one can write an application in 15 minutes. Now I want to know the following questions
Will this really help me increase my programming skills and speed?
And secondly my friend says I will get more value for writing code myself (because I will learn more) when I change jobs rather than using tools. Is that right?

I am new to programming (first job) so guidance and suggestions are always welcome, please

Thx
Venky