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Professional WCF Programming: .NET Development with the Windows Communication Foundation (Programmer to Programmer)

Scott Klein

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Total reviews: 7 Average rating: 2.0 of 5

The WORST book I've ever read 1 out of 5 stars.
10 of 10 people found this review helpful.

I'm still shocked how a book can be this bad! I think the only goal in the writer's head was to publish this book as soon as possible to be one of the first books about WCF. The errors in the book are not only typos or overlooked stuff, the writer does not have a good understanding of WCF. In some parts of the book the writer copies some text from previous chapters as it is and forgets to change some of the words to suit the new subject.

I just finished chapter 6 in which I found a shocking fact! The writer tries even to cheat to make the example about Message Contracts work! The source code of the example (provided as a download from Wrox) is different from the source code he shows in the book. This is because the source code shown in the book would not even compile. So what he does in the downloadable source code is that he deletes the lines where the compiler gives errors and then the code does not even call the service! and to make the example look like as if it worked he just sets the string that is expected to be returned from the service on a label ,all that inside the client program! This really pissed me off! A book writer with such ethics?!

So up to chapter 6 I've found tens of errors (including errors about WCF principle) and a fake example! I wonder how much more is ahead!

DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS "THING" (I won't call it a book)

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• Part of the new .NET 3.0 extensions to .NET 2.0, WCF provides a unified platform for building and running connected systems and will be used by almost every .NET or SQL Server developer
• Targeted to experienced developers who want to build service-oriented and transactional applications on the Microsoft platform that offer reliable and secure transactional messaging
• Addresses the WCF technologies as well as the next generation of configuring and deploying network-distributed services
• Key topics discussed include binding, contracts, clients, services, security, deployment, management, and hosting

Practical Guidelines and Best Practices for Microsoft Visual Basic and Visual C# Developers (Pro-Developer)

Francesco Balena, Giuseppe Dimauro

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Total reviews: 19 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Programmer's Holly Bible 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

John Robbins on the foreword of this book wrote "..No matter how you use Practical Guidelines and Best Practices, it will save you a tremendous
amount of time by helping to reduce those insidious bugs and performance problems in your
code. I've been using it with all my projects, and it's certainly made me a much better developer.."

I'm a simple .Net developer, how can i say more, from when i bought this book it is ever on my desk like the Holly Bible.

I had the honor of met both Francesco Balena and Giuseppe Dimauro it was like a normal violinist could talk with two Paganini.

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Get the real-world coding guidelines, expert tips, and rock-solid guidance you need to take your Microsoft .NET development expertise to the next level. Drawing from their extensive programming and consulting experiences, respected developers Francesco Balena and Giuseppe Dimauro share 350 best programming practices for Visual Basic and Visual C#, clearly stating the purpose of each practice, and when and how it should be applied. Youll get practical, valuable advice on the rightand wrongapproaches to using different language elements, programming the .NET Framework, and working with related technologies to create reliable, scalable, maintainable, and security-enhanced solutions.

Practical WPF Graphics Programming

Jack Xu

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The Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) is a next generation graphics platform that is part of .NET 3.0 and .NET 3.5. It allows you to build advanced user interfaces that incorporate documents, media, 2D and 3D graphics, animations, and web-like characteristics. "Practical WPF Graphics Programming" provides all the tools you need to develop professional graphics applications using WPF and C#. This book will be useful for WPF and C# programmers of all skill levels. It provides a complete and comprehensive explanation of the WPF graphics capability, and pays special attention to the details of code implementation. The book shows you how to create a variety of graphics ranging from simple 2D shapes to complex 3D surfaces and interactive 3D models. It includes over 120 code examples, which cover broad array of topics on WPF graphics programming. You will learn how to create a full range of 2D and 3D graphics applications and how to implement custom 3D geometries and shapes that can be reused in your WPF projects. Please visit the author's website for more information about this book at www.authors.unicadpublish.com/~jack_xu.

Beginning C# Objects: From Concepts to Code

Jacquie Barker, Grant Palmer

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...it looks like I finally found the book I've been searching for the last couple of months.

— Joseph Walrave

Programming in the Key of C#: A Primer for Aspiring Programmers (Step By Step (Microsoft))

Charles Petzold

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Total reviews: 19 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Perfect starting place for VB'ers 5 out of 5 stars.
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Charles Petzold, a veteran of technical book writing, proves himself in this book (again) to be a brilliant teacher. At around 420 pages it's slim in comparison to other Microsoft text books. Part of the reason is that, concentrating solely on the C# language, no screen shots take up space that is more effectively used to explain key concepts of this language & how it fits into OOP. If you're a VB programmer, (as I was) looking to get into C#, this is a great starting point. It does begin at the beginning, (Variable types etc) but don't let this discourage you as there are some subtle differences that you need to learn about which could save confusion in the future, for example, that there is much less in the way of implicit conversion of certain types & this must be taken care of in code. However, this section is a brisk read, & Petzold's clear explanations are enlightening. He really makes it easy to understand how to use this language with some good examples throughout the book. There is nothing about the IDE or controls & just enough on the Framework, but what he does introduce, he explains in depth. This approach keeps his focus on the language which is what this book, after all, is all about.

You will need more once you've read this, but it's an excellent starting point, won't take you months to work through & most importantly, you will `understand' it at the end unlike other books which confuse the explanations with assumptions that you already know some C++.

If I have any problems with this book, it is only that he didn't cover Indexers & Delegate creation as these are not particularly difficult concepts & are important & I'm sure his explanations would have been excellent, but you'll will have to read further to learn about those. Developers coming from a C++ background may want to read something else which encompasses the framework, but for a VB'er, it's a perfect starting point & an excellent reference.

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Introduce yourself to C# programming with Charles Petzold, one of the industry’s premier authors. This uniquely enjoyable tutorial requires no programming experience but will expertly help you build the fundamental skills for writing code with C#.

Windows Vista: The Definitive Guide

William Stanek

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Whether you're a beginner, power user, or seasoned professional, Windows Vista: The Definitive Guide has everything you need to customize the operating system, master your digital media, manage your data, and maintain your computer -- regardless of which Windows Vista edition you're using.

Why this book and not some other resource? Bestselling author and Windows expert William Stanek doesn't just teach you the steps you need to follow, he also tells you how features work, why they work, and how you can customize them to meet your needs. You'll learn how to squeeze out every last bit of power out of Windows Vista, and how to make the most out of its features and programs, including how to:

• Set up, customize and tune Windows Vista - Optimize its appearance and performance; install, configure and maintain software; customize your hardware; and install printers, scanners and faxes
• Manage your files - Search your computer more efficiently; secure your files and data; share and collaborate; and get the most out of accessories such as the Mobility Center
• Master your digital media - Create media libraries with Media Player; manage digital pictures and videos with Photo Gallery; make DVDs with DVD Maker; and create movies with Movie Maker
• Get connected and start networking - Set up a home or small-office network; learn to use Windows Mail, Calendar, and Meeting Space; conquer Internet Explorer 7; and master on-the-go networking
• Protect your computer - Keep your family safe while on the Internet; set up parental controls and content ratings; navigate the computer security maze; configure Windows Vista's security features
• Manage and support Windows Vista systems - Deal with user accounts, disks and drives; handle routine maintenance and troubleshooting; and resolve advanced support and recovery issues
• Learn advanced tips & techniques - Manage the Windows boot environment, explore Group Policy, discover keyboard shortcuts, and much more

C# Network Programming

Richard Blum

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Doesn't go deep enough into the real issues 2 out of 5 stars.
9 of 11 people found this review helpful.

This book is a good introductory book to network programming in general. While it attempts to cover all the general topics that you can find in reference books like "TCP/IP Illustrated", it seriously lacks the breadth and depth of such reference books and falls short of tackling the real issues of Network Programming with the .Net frameowrk in C#.

The .Net framework and the C# language bring some new design patterns and some paradigms that are definitely different from what we used to see with C/C++ or Java and I found that this book while containing a lot of source code examples in C# lacks coverage of such patterns and the .Net way of solving issues like high performance multi-client servers, performance oriented data handling over network connections, multi-threaded network applications design patterns in C# and .Net framework,...

In summary, if you are new to C#, .Net and have never programmed network applications in another language and are looking for a book that covers a lot of subjects, this is your book. If you already have the TCP/IP Illustrated books and want an advanced book about how .Net and C# apply to network programming, I recommend "TCP/IP Sockets in C#", a much smaller book but extremely focused on what the title says!

Editorial Review:

C# is Microsoft's hot new language for the .NET platform. This book covers everything C# programmers need to know to create network applications, a task traditionally done in C++. It explores the basics of network programming, including IP and TCP protocols, and moves on to targeted C# instruction, including using the C# network programming classes in the .NET framework. Topics covered include low-level network programming (such as sockets and multithreading), as well as network application layer programming for email, web-based, and security applications. Specific examples show how to create applications that use network protocols such as SNMP, SMTP, and HTTP. The book also has advanced coverage of incorporating an Active Directory server database and .NET remoting in a network application. Author Richard Blum has been a network and systems administrator for 13 years for the Department of Defense and is the author of four books on networking topics.

Programming .NET Web Services

Alex Ferrara, Matthew MacDonald

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Programming .NET Web Services is a comprehensive tutorial that teaches you the skills needed to develop web services hosted on the .NET platform. Written for experienced programmers, this book takes you beyond the obvious functionality of ASP.NET or Visual Studio .NET. It provides a solid foundation in the building blocks of web services, and leads you step-by-step through the process of creating your own. Beginning with a close look at the underlying technologies, Programming .NET Web Services discusses the unique features of the .NET Framework that make creating web services easier, including the Common Language Runtime (CLR) and the namespaces used in .NET programming. Filled with numerous code examples using the C# language, the book leads you through some of the more challenging issues of web services development, including the use of proxies, marshalling of complex data types, state management, security, performance tuning and cross-platform implementation. For those interested in building industrial-strength web services, Programming .NET Web Services is full of practical information and good old-fashioned advice.

Microsoft C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner (For the Absolute Beginner (Series).)

Andy Harris

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The Best book for beginning C# 5 out of 5 stars.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

This book is exactly what it says, a book to teach C# to absolute beginners. I was just that. New to programming. I wanted to learn programming and after a reaserch on the internet I decided to start programming using C#. I bought myself a MS Visual C# step by step. Soon after a friend gave me C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner. I was amazed. The book is straight to the point, and everything you learn is supported by examples. So if you didn't get the idea by reading you figure it out by doing it. Great book! Great job Andy!!! Write one for c# 3.0 too!

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If you are new to programming with C# and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science instructors, books in the for the absolute beginner series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. You will acquire the skills that you need for more practical C# programming applications and will learn how these skills can be put to use in real world scenarios. Best of all, by the time you finish this book you will be able to apply the basic principles you've learned to the next programming language you tackle.

MCAD/MCSD Training Guide (70-315): Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Visual C# and Visual Studio.NET (Training Guide)

Amit Kalani

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Not terribly impressed 3 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I'm sure Amit Kalani knows his stuff but there are several issues that I have with this book which make me wish I had bought another one.

Firstly, and this is the most annoying fact, it is hopelessly out of date. I am using Visual Studio 2005 and it is painfully obvious to me that the book was written for an earlier version, which means that following the instructions given is sometimes impossible. This means I miss out on valuable experience that I could have gained through those step by step code examples where the procedures in the book clash with the current reality.

Secondly, there are a number of small niggling typos present throughout which undermine my confidence in the authority of the book as a whole.

Added to this is my suspicion (though I am not sure, given I'm not the expert) that some code examples given contain small mistakes or inconcistencies. Again, this is just a suspicion, as of this moment I have not actually tried to implement those examples where I have noticed such possible errors. Overall though, given the previously outlined gripe I have, my suspicion is very strong.

So you can see, I am not very happy about this book. The fact it is out of date is the major contributing factor to this. I wish I'd checked the publication date before spending my money.

Editorial Review:

This certification exam measures the ability to develop and implement Web-based applications with Web forms, ASP.NET, and the Microsoft .NET Framework. This exam counts as a core credit toward the new MCAD (Microsoft Certified Application Developer) certification as well as a core credit toward the existing MCSD certification. Readers preparing for this exam find our Training Guide series to be the most successful self-study tool in the market. This book is their one-stop shop because of its teaching methodology, the accompanying ExamGear testing software, and superior Web site support at www.quepublishing.com/certification. The CD features our ExamGear product (test simulation with more than 150 practice questions) and an electronic copy of the book.