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Building Windows 8.1 Apps from the Ground Up

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  • Provides a results-focused quick-start framework for readers wanting to build apps immediately and not follow a tutorial learning curve.
  • Walks readers through every step of the development process from sketching out their initial ideas through to deployment of their finished software.
  • Gives readers a working framework that touches upon all the key areas of Windows 8 (touch, tiles, cloud, location and accessibility) that they can use as a foundation for their own work.

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Table of contents (13 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xiii
  2. Introduction to Windows 8.1

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 1-30
  3. Windows Runtime Environment

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 31-72
  4. Designing the User Experience

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 73-120
  5. Choose Your Way

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 121-128
  6. Managing the Application Life Cycle

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 129-142
  7. Start Up Your App

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 143-150
  8. Take Advantage of the Environment

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 151-194
  9. Data Management

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 195-262
  10. Listening to the World

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 263-280
  11. Accessibility and Globalization

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 281-300
  12. Sell Your App

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 301-334
  13. Live Tile and Toast Templates

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 335-358
  14. Windows Store Developer Account

    • Emanuele Garofalo, Antonio Liccardi, Michele Aponte
    Pages 359-362
  15. Back Matter

    Pages 363-369

About this book

This book is the perfect introduction for anyone wanting to create sophisticated Windows 8 apps for the first time.

Assuming only a basic knowledge of HTML and CSS we'll walk you through the development process using C# and VB. The book will familiarize you with the tools you'll need to use in order to make the most of Windows' stunning new features. You'll discover how to take advantage of the built-in functionality to create high quality user experiences.

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eBook USD 34.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as EPUB and PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
Softcover Book USD 44.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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