C# Programming Tips & Techniques [Paperback]

Charles Wright (Conductor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0072193794 | ISBN-13: 978-0072193794 | Publication Date: December 28, 2001

A resource for intermediate and advanced developers interested in incorporating C# into their applications, this book contains more than 400 tips and techniques. Programmers should save time, money and resources with these tested and proven tips, techniques and solutions. The tips and techniques are organized by subject and are extensively indexed and cross-referenced for easy access. Overall the book contains short, easily accessible sound bites on how to use the C# technology.

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From the Back Cover

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.

Inside:

• 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

About the Author

Kris Jamsa (Richmond, TX) is the best-selling author of nearly 90 books on all aspects of computing. With over a decade of experience, Kris's books have helped millions of programmers worldwide. He is the founder of WirelessLookup.com, which provides users and businesses an instant presence on the wireless Web. Charles Wright (Littleton, CO) is the Systems Editor for the Denver Post. In the past, he has co-authored a personal computer column at a major California newspaper and served as the Technical Coordinator for the Minneapolis Star Tribune Online Project. In 1995, Charles was part of the team that launched AT&T's Interchange service. He has been in the newspaper business for more than 30 years and is the author of the following books: 1001 Visual C++ Programming Tips, Starting with Visual C++, and Rescued by C SHARP.

Product Details

• Paperback: 704 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/OsborneMedia (December 28, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072193794
• ISBN-13: 978-0072193794
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #373,494 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Most worthless programming book I've ever used., February 5, 2003

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Matthew R Freeman (Sutton, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: C# Programming Tips & Techniques (Paperback)

I have a Master's degree in Computer Science with 3 years of programming experience in C++. This book is by far the most useless and horribly written programming book I've ever read. There are 600 pages in this book that tell you absolutely nothing other than how to map very basic C++ operations to C#.

It mentions classes in some chapters that aren't defined until later chapters. When it does mention specific classes, it rarely lists all of their methods in a convenient and easy to read format. Instead, you have to look at the example code and hope there is some type of matching method that may be useful.

It is also missing very important and useful classes such as the DateTime class.

If you strictly want a book that maps basic C++ operations to C#, then this may be for you. Otherwise it is useless as a reference and not very well structured.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for Visual Basic Programmers Interested in C#, March 1, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: C# Programming Tips & Techniques (Paperback)

If you are a Visual Basic programmer, and you are interested in C#, this is the book for you. All of the examples are presented from the perspective of a Visual Basic programmer, and they are extremely helpful. Additionally, the author was able to provide an unbiased assessment of C#, which I appreciated. C# has flaws, and it is helpful to know them. I also like the format of this book. I am able to find the information for which I am looking with ease. You can also download all of the code that is used within the book - a huge time saver. There are a number of good books on C#, but if you are a Visual Basic programmer, making the switch, this should be on your bookshelf.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Found It! Discussion on Events and Delegates, February 1, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: C# Programming Tips & Techniques (Paperback)

Have been through a myriad of .NET books and could not find a good discussion of delegates and how to use them. This book has a chapter and ready to run code that puts events and event handling to use. Delegates finally make sense.

Wish the book had a CD ... the software is online ... could be easier to get to