Wrox's Visual C# 2005 Express Edition Starter Kit (Paperback)

Description

Are you ready to jump into the exciting world of programming and create your own cutting-edge applications? Microsoft MVP F. Scott Barker clearly shows you how to program using Visual C# 2005 Express, taking you from introductions and concepts to the deployment of your applications.

First, Barker explains how to install Visual C# 2005 Express, which is included on CD-ROM, and walks you through programming basics. You'll then learn how to build user interface elements in order to develop applications using Windows Forms. And you'll find out how to use data in your applications as you examine database concepts, data controls, SQL Server Express features, and ADO.NET.

This starter kit provides you with all the tools you'll need to write your own programs in Visual C# 2005 Express. It will help you quickly gain the skills to begin using C# so that you can produce software applications that have no limits.

What you will learn from this book
* The basics of programming in the Windows(r) environment
* How to take advantage of the visual tools within Visual C# 2005 Express
* Ways to test and debug your applications so they run smoothly
* Techniques for working with ADO.NET classes
* Tips for incorporating SQL Server Express features into your applications
* How to develop applications with Visual C# 2005 Express using Windows Forms, ASP.NET, and Windows Services

Who this book is for

This book is for first time programmers who want an easy way to delve into the exciting features of Visual C# 2005 Express and begin creating their own customized applications.

Wrox Starter Kits give you a CD-ROM with the software development tools you need to get started as well as structured tutorials that walk you through all the techniques you need to begin programming right away.

 

I:  Introduction and Concepts.

1. Starting Strong with Visual C# 2005 Express Edition.

2. Programming 101: A Quick Discussion.

3. Quick Start Creating Your First C# Express Windows Project.

4. Introducing .NET.

5. Getting Into C# Types.

6. Debugging Applications in C# Express.

7. Selections, Iterations, and Catching Exceptions.

II:  Creating Applications with C# Express.

8. Working with Forms and Controls.

9. Adding Dialogs and Rich Text to Your Application.

III:  Using Data in Applications.

10. Introducing Database Concepts.

11. Using SQL Server Express Features within C# Express.

12. Utilizing .NET Data Controls.

13. Working with ADO.NET.

IV: Finishing Touches and Deploying Applications.

14. Getting More Experience with Controls.

15. Using Web Services from Your C# Application.

16. Publishing Your Application and Next Steps.

Appendix A: Questions and Answers.

Appendix B: What's on the CD and Web Site.