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The Definitive Guide to the .NET Compact Framework

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  • Includes detailed coverage of the .NET Compact Framework
  • Walks developers through the complete process of developing and deploying applications with Smart Device Extensions (SDE) for Visual Studio .NET
  • Provides an extensive view of SQL Server CE and XML, and how they can be used with mobile solutions
  • Shows how to leverage Web services from mobile devices

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Table of contents (22 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xix
  2. The .NET Compact Framework

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 1-32
  3. Smart Device Extensions

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 33-74
  4. Designing an Effective Interface

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 75-135
  5. NETCF Controls

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 137-194
  6. Creating Controls

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 195-248
  7. Menus, Toolbars, and Status Bars

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 249-296
  8. Graphics

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 297-328
  9. Files and Directories

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 329-371
  10. Introduction to ADO.NET

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 373-422
  11. Data Binding

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 423-451
  12. Introduction to SQL Server CE

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 453-481
  13. Working with Server-Based Data

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 483-509
  14. Working with Device-Based Data

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 511-545
  15. Working with XML

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 547-576
  16. Mobile Networking

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 577-631
  17. XML Web Services

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 633-688
  18. Working with Unmanaged Code

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 689-734
  19. Working with POOM

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 735-784
  20. Building Help Systems

    • Larry Roof, Dan Fergus
    Pages 785-808

About this book

The .NET Compact Framework brings the world of managed code and XML Web services to smart devices, and it enables the execution of secure, downloadable applications on devices such as personal digital assistants (PDAs), mobile phones, and set-top boxes.

The Definitive Guide to the .NET Compact Framework targets both first-time and experienced mobile developers, and is a comprehensive guide to building mobile applications using the .NET Compact Framework (CF) and Smart Device Extensions (SDE) for Visual Studio .NET. Expert authors Larry Roof and Dan Fergus provide developers with everything they need to produce robust applications, including how to create effective user interfaces, work with device-based data sources, access enterprise data, leverage Web services, incorporate XML into applications, build help systems, and generate setup routines.

About the authors

Dan Fergus currently works as a consultant and trainer teaching a Compact Framework course along with Visual Basic .NET and ASP.NET courses. Dan has been working with .NET and the Compact Framework since the beginning, and has several applications on the PocketPC on the market. Before becoming an independent contractor, Dan worked at NuMega Technologies as the development lead on Visual Basic 6 debugging tools. Dan also speaks at developer conferences around the world and writes for several magazines.

Bibliographic Information

  • Book Title: The Definitive Guide to the .NET Compact Framework

  • Authors: Larry Roof, Dan Fergus

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4302-0789-4

  • Publisher: Apress Berkeley, CA

  • eBook Packages: Springer Book Archive

  • Copyright Information: Larry Roof and Dan Fergus 2003

  • Softcover ISBN: 978-1-59059-095-9Published: 29 September 2003

  • eBook ISBN: 978-1-4302-0789-4Published: 01 January 2008

  • Edition Number: 1

  • Number of Pages: XIX, 1032

  • Topics: Microsoft and .NET, Software Engineering/Programming and Operating Systems

Buy it now

Buying options

eBook USD 39.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
Softcover Book USD 54.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout

Other ways to access