Programming Microsoft Composite UI Application Block and Smart Client Software Factory (Pro-Best Practices)

Get hands-on guidance for developing smart client applications using Windows Forms with the Composite UI Application Block (CAB) and the Smart Client Software Factory. Smart clients bridge the gap between thin clients and rich clients--providing the benefits of Web applications without sacrificing user experience. However, developing smart clients often requires the skill of an experienced programmer using Microsoft Visual Studio®, Microsoft ASP.NET, and the Microsoft .NET Framework. This book details a simpler, approachable method. With just your fundamental Microsoft Visual Basic® or Microsoft Visual C#® skills, this guide will help you understand the prefabricated classes of CAB and the proven patterns that the Smart Client Software Factory provides. This book offers classroom-tested guidance, hands-on instruction, and a proven building-block approach. Through seven modular lessons, developers of moderate experience with learn how to create functional, robust smart client applications. more

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4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Feb-08-2008; not a bad book; Its not a bad book but its not exactly what I was looking for. Having said that there are not many books telling you what this does, so it becomes a must buy.; read full review | report as inappropriate

2/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Dec-21-2007; A lost opportunity; Many of us who are developing applications using CAB/SCSF could use a comprehensive "How To" book on this topic. Unfortunately, this book didn't sieze the opportunity to deliver such a book. There is *some* good information in the...; read full review | report as inappropriate

4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Oct-15-2007; Essential read if you are the intended audience; If you are looking for a 3k page bible on SCSF and CAB, move along partner, because this ain't it.If, however, you have been wanting to work with SCSF but couldn't find a good starting point, this is your book. If you've heard the...; read full review | report as inappropriate

4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Oct-02-2007; Must Read Introduction; David's book provides a necessary foundation for anyone wanting to become proficient with CAB programming. Unless you are already an experienced CAB developer or are looking for low level CAB framework details, this book will be of great...; read full review | report as inappropriate

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4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Feb-08-2008; not a bad book; Its not a bad book but its not exactly what I was looking for. Having said that there are not many books telling you what this does, so it becomes a must buy.; read full review | report as inappropriate

2/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Dec-21-2007; A lost opportunity; Many of us who are developing applications using CAB/SCSF could use a comprehensive "How To" book on this topic. Unfortunately, this book didn't sieze the opportunity to deliver such a book. There is *some* good information in the...; read full review | report as inappropriate