C# Programming Tips and Techniques

300+ Immediate Solutions from the Pros

Start using the powerful C# programming language and .NET platform immediately to develop and deploy enterprise-level solutions. Apply C# constructs to existing applications, or build programs quickly from scratch. Incorporating key features from C++ and Visual Basic, C# is a distinct object-oriented language designed to provide both powerful solutions and high productivity. Filled with hundreds of ready-to-run solutions you can use to build Web services and Windows applications, C# Tips & Techniques helps you leverage the power of Microsoft's .NET environment. Use this essential resource to gain a wealth of specific instructions to answer your questions, inform your work, and help you program more effectively.

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• Precise, proven techniques—professional-level advice from industry experts
• Chapter-by-chapter subject indexes—make critical information easier to access
• Focused information—straightforward explanations for experienced programmers
• "Use-It" icons—each tip includes instructions for immediate implementation
• Must-have information—quick and concise solutions that work

Part I: The .NET Environment and C#

Chapter 1: Introduction to C# and .NET
Chapter 2: Developing C# Applications Within Visual Studio .NET

Part II: The C# Language

Chapter 3: Getting Started with C#
Chapter 4: Laying a C# Foundation
Chapter 5: Data Types in C#
Chapter 6: Structures in C#
Chapter 7: Understanding C# Classes
Chapter 8: Object-Oriented Programming and C#
Chapter 9: Handling Exceptions
Chapter 10: Advanced C# Concepts
Chapter 11: Using Arrays
Chapter 12: File Operations

Part III: Windows Programming in C#

Chapter 13: Writing Windows Forms Applications
Chapter 14: Debugging C# Programs
Chapter 15: Building the User Interface
Chapter 16: Using Windows Controls
Chapter 17: Using the Common Dialogs
Chapter 18: Using Events and Delegates