Overview/Description
Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) and Visual Studio 2008 enable developers to build sophisticated Windows client applications to run on, and take advantage of the capabilities of the Windows Vista platform. This course introduces the learner to WPF and outlines application types, basic application creation, configuration, and event handling. Specific topics covered include creating WPF applications, handling events, and configuring commands and application settings. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the Technology Specialist (TS): Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 – Windows Presentation Foundation Application Development exam (70-502). Passing this exam will earn the learner the MCTS: .NET Framework 3.5, Windows Presentation Foundation Applications certification.
Target Audience
All organizations or individual consultants who are using or intend to use the .NET Framework 3.5 with Visual Studio 2008 and Visual Basic 2008 to develop Windows Presentation Foundation applications; corporate employees, consultants, and university or college students who are preparing for the associated Technology Specialist: Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 – Windows Presentation Foundation Application Development exam (70-502).
Prerequisites
A good knowledge of Visual Basic 2005 or 2008 and familiarity with Visual Studio, having a minimum one year’s experience working with these technologies.