Some Free Training and Tutorials from AppDev
By Jason | October 13, 2009
(10 votes, average: 3.7 out of 5)
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I've posted on this site before some free tutorials/training courses from AppDev and now they are offering three more for free. I'm fairly sure that these have not been posted here before. The three free tutorials they are offering right now is Not directly related to VB.NET. They are more in-line with ASP.NET and Visual Studio, Sharepoint, ect... Either way it may be worth it for you to check them out. All you really have to do is login/signup for your account and download.
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Free ASP.NET and AJax Training - Download Page
Basic Overview...
| Start learning Microsoft® ASP.NET or AJAX with award-winning training from AppDev! Your free training is taken directly from our actual courses, and features step-by-step presentations and code walkthroughs by our Microsoft MVP and expert instructors. Most courses also include extras like: | |||
| aHands-on lab exercises | aSample Code | aPrintable courseware | aPre/post exams |
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Free Visual Studio 2008 Training - Download Page
Basic Overview...
| Start learning Microsoft® Visual Studio® 2008 with award-winning training from AppDev! Your free training is taken directly from our actual courses, and features step-by-step presentations and code walkthroughs by our Microsoft MVP and expert instructors. Most courses also include extras like: | |||
| aHands-on lab exercises | aSample Code | aPrintable courseware | aPre/post exams |
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Free Sharepoint Training - Download Page
Basic Overview...
| Start learning Microsoft® SharePoint® 2007 with award-winning training from AppDev! Your free training is taken directly from our actual courses, and features step-by-step presentations and code walkthroughs by our Microsoft MVP and expert instructors. Most courses also include extras like: | |||
| aHands-on lab exercises | aSample Code | aPrintable courseware | aPre/post exams |
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Thats about it for now. I have NOT seen any of these tutorials so I don't know how good/bad the content is. If you watch them feel free to leave a comment with your opinion about the courses. Take Care...
Jason
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Check out the new VB.NET and .NET Framework version 4.0!
By Jason | September 23, 2009
(1 votes, average: 5 out of 5) Loading ...Microsoft has had available for alittle while now a beta of their Visual Studio suite which I think is being called: Visual Studio 2010. Below is a simple overview of DotNET 4.0 Beta...
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Overview
The Microsoft .NET Framework 4 provides the following new features and improvements:
- The .NET Framework 4 works side by side with the Framework version 3.5 SP1. Applications that are based on earlier versions of the Framework will continue to run on that version. Just a subset of functionality is shared by all versions of the Framework.
- Innovations in the Visual Basic and C# languages, for example statement lambdas, implicit line continuations, dynamic dispatch, and named/optional parameters.
- The ADO.NET Entity Framework, which simplifies how developers program against relational databases by raising the level of abstraction, has many new features. These includes persistence ignorance and POCO support, lazy loading, test-driven development support, functions in model, and new LINQ operators.
- Enhancements to ASP.NET:
- New JavaScript UI Templates and databinding capabilities for AJAX.
- New ASP.NET chart control.
- Improvements in WPF:
- Added support in Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) for Windows 7 multi-touch, ribbon controls, and taskbar extensibility features.
- Added support in WPF for Surface 2.0 SDK.
- New line-of-business controls including charting control, smart edit, data grid, and others that improve the experience for developers who build data centric applications.
- Improvements in performance and scalability.
- Visual improvements in text clarity, layout pixel snapping, localization, and interoperability.
- Improvements to Windows Workflow (WF) that let developers to better host and interact with workflows. These include an improved activity programming model, an improved designer experience, a new flowchart modeling style, an expanded activity palette, workflow-rules integration, and new message correlation features. The .NET Framework also offers significant performance gains for WF-based workflows.
- Improvements to Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) such as support for WCF Workflow Services enabling workflow programs with messaging activities, correlation support, durable two-way communication and rich hosting capabilities. Additionally, .NET Framework 4 provides new WCF features such as service discovery, router service, simplified configuration and a number of improvements to queuing, REST support, diagnostics, and performance.
- Innovative new parallel programming features such as parallel loop support, Task Parallel Library (TPL), Parallel LINQ (PLINQ), and coordination data structures which let developers harness the power of multi-core processors.
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Click Here for the Framework 4.0 Beta1 ONLY Download Page... - Check further down if you want both the Framework and Visual Studio.NET 2010 Beta1.
Note: It should be noted that the 4.0 download size can be anywhere from 76.7MB to 380.5MB, depending on whats the computers already has installed. .NET 4.0 will be similar to 3.5 in that it will contain full 2.0 and 3.0, and 3.5 support via a single download.
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Visual Studio .NET 2010 Beta1
If your more interested in Visual Studio then check out Microsofts overview and click on the download links below..
Brief Description
Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 and the .NET Framework 4 are the next generation of Microsoft development tools. They work together to accelerate the process of turning vision into reality for the developer. Visual Studio 2010 Professional has been engineered to support the development of applications for Windows, the Web, and Office.
Overview
Visual Studio 2010 and the .NET Framework 4 mark the next generation of developer tools from Microsoft. Designed to satisfy the latest requirements of developers, Visual Studio delivers key innovations in the following areas:
Enabling emerging trends
Every year the industry develops new technologies and new trends. With Visual Studio 2010, Microsoft delivers tooling and framework support for the latest innovations in application architecture, development, and deployment.
Inspiring developer delight
Ever since the first release of Visual Studio, Microsoft has set the bar for developer productivity and flexibility. Visual Studio 2010 continues the tradition by significantly improving the experience for all software development roles.
Riding the next generation platform wave
Microsoft continues to invest in the market-leading operating system, productivity applications, and server platforms to deliver increasing customer value. With Visual Studio 2010, customers will have the tooling support that is required to create amazing solutions around these technologies.
For more information about Visual Studio 2010 and the .NET Framework 4, visit the Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 Web site.
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Note: Microsoft has setup a couple different ways to download. The first is download via a 'Web Install' and the other is a ISO feature via a 2 Part download.
**Download links below**
Click Here to goto the Download Page for Web Install...
Click Here to goto the Download Page for the ISO based downloads...
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Remember that all of these downloads are considered Beta1 and therefore you should not make use in production based programming. Youcan, and probably will run into some problems, quirks, and even outright errors. If so, it would be helpful to send the info to Microsoft.
Have Fun!
Jason
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Free eBook, and other Free Resources and Source Codes
By Jason | August 8, 2009
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Well its been awhile since i've updated the site. I am a Computer Tech so i've been busy building, upgrading, and fixing customers computers along with removing viruses. But anyways, there are somemore "stuff" i've come across that I thought would be worth posting. Some of these resources could be older and may have been posted on this site before. (Shouldn't been to many though). Basically everything I post here is Free.
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Clinic 6262: Introducing Windows Workflow Foundation using .Net Framework 3.5 & Visual Studio 2008
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Windows® API Code Pack for Microsoft® .NET Framework
The Windows® API Code Pack for Microsoft® .NET Framework provides a source code library that can be used to access some new Windows 7 features (and some existing features of older versions of Windows operating system) from managed code. These Windows features are not available to developers today in the .NET Framework.
The individual features supported in this version (v1.0) of the library are:
- Windows 7 Taskbar Jump Lists, Icon Overlay, Progress Bar, Tabbed Thumbnails, and Thumbnail Toolbars.
- Windows 7 Libraries, Known Folders, non-file system containers.
- Windows Shell Search API support, a hierarchy of Shell Namespace entities, and Drag and Drop functionality for Shell Objects.
- Explorer Browser Control.
- Shell property system.
- Windows Vista and Windows 7 Common File Dialogs, including custom controls.
- Windows Vista and Windows 7 Task Dialogs.
- Direct3D 11.0, Direct3D 10.1/10.0, DXGI 1.0/1.1, Direct2D 1.0, DirectWrite, Windows Imaging Component (WIC) APIs. (DirectWrite and WIC have partial support)
- Sensor Platform APIs
- Extended Linguistic Services APIs
- Power Management APIs
- Application Restart and Recovery APIs
- Network List Manager APIs
- Command Link control and System defined Shell icons.
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Additionally there are some Videos highlighting some of the code pack features.
Videos:
Two minute videos demonstrating some of the features in this release are now available:
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Understanding Microsoft Virtualization Solutions
Info: This guide will teach you about the benefits of the latest virtualization technologies and how to plan, implement, and manage virtual infrastructure solutions. The technologies covered include: Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V, System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008, Microsoft Application Virtualization 4.5, Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization, and Microsoft Virtual Desktop Infrastructure.
If you want the entire eBook they have a link on the same page as the view Chapter 1.
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Collection 6261: Developing Rich Experiences using Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 & Visual Studio 2008
This series of three, two-hour clinics focuses on how to build solutions by using Windows Workflow Foundation, Windows Presentation Foundation, and Windows Communication Foundation with the Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 and Visual Studio 2008.
More Info on the FREE e-Learning Collection...
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Thats all for now. Sorry about the structure and overall visual of this post. It looks kind of messy and confusing but I hope you can get the info you wanted. Take care!
Jason
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Free eBook: Patterns & Practices Application Architecture Guide 2.0
By Jason | February 5, 2009
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A while back Microsoft made available a new eBook for free called: Patterns and Pratices Application Architecture Guide 2.0
The download is about 3 megs of info and in the .pdf format. This book is should be very useful and helpful for .NET developers. Below are some of the features and Chapters in the free book.
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Parts
Part I, Fundamentals
Part II, Design
Part III, Layers
Part IV, Archetypes
Forewords
- Foreword by S. Somasegar
- Foreword by Scott Guthrie
Chapters
- Introduction
- Architecture and Design Solutions At a Glance
- Fast Track
Part I, Fundamentals
- Chapter 1 - Fundamentals of Application Architecture
- Chapter 2 - .NET Platform Overview
- Chapter 3 - Architecture and Design Guidelines
Part II, Design
- Chapter 4 - Designing Your Architecture
- Chapter 5 - Deployment Patterns
- Chapter 6 - Architectural Styles
- Chapter 7 - Quality Attributes
- Chapter 8 - Communication Guidelines
Part III, Layers
- Chapter 9 - Layers and Tiers
- Chapter 10 - Presentation Layer Guidelines
- Chapter 11 - Business Layer Guidelines
- Chapter 12 - Data Access Layer Guidelines
- Chapter 13 - Service Layer Guidelines
Part IV, Archetypes
- Chapter 14 - Application Archetypes
- Chapter 15 - Web Applications
- Chapter 16 - Rich Internet Applications (RIA)
- Chapter 17 - Rich Client Applications
- Chapter 18 - Services
- Chapter 19 - Mobile Applications
- Chapter 20 - Office Business Applications (OBA)
- Chapter 21 - SharePoint Line-Of-Business (LOB) Applications
Appendix
- Cheat Sheet - patterns & practices Pattern Catalog
- Cheat Sheet - Presentation Technology Matrix
- Cheat Sheet - Data Access Technology Matrix
- Cheat Sheet - Workflow Technology Matrix
- Cheat Sheet - Integration Technology Matrix
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As you can see, this book can be very useful and helpful for those programming using the .NET framework. I Highly! recommend you download and check it out. Have fun!
Jason
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Small Basic - Beginner Programming Language
By Jason | February 1, 2009
(9 votes, average: 4.33 out of 5) Loading ...Microsoft appears to be supporting a somewhat newer programming language called SmallBasic. As the name implies it is not a full-featured language like VB.NET or C++/C#. In fact, it appears to only support 15 or so Keywords. But it does get access to version 3.5 of the Dot .NET Framework from what I have gathered. And looks like it uses alot of the VB based syntax, although C# syntax might be used but I am not sure. There are some game source codes like Tetris and Snake that uses the Small-Basic language. Below are some resources you can check out if your interested. I will also place the main Small Basic link on the Free IDE/Compiler Downloads page when I get time.
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MSDN.Microsoft Forward Explanation:
Small Basic is a project that's aimed at bringing "fun" back to programming. By providing a small and easy to learn programming language in a friendly and inviting development environment, Small Basic makes programming a breeze. Ideal for kids and adults alike, Small Basic helps beginners take the first step into the wonderful world of programming.
- Small Basic derives its inspiration from the original BASIC programming language, and is based on the Microsoft .Net platform. It is really small with just 15 keywords and uses minimal concepts to keep the barrier to entry as low as possible.
- The Small Basic development environment is simple, yet provides powerful modern environment features like Intellisense™ and instant context sensitive help.
- Small Basic allows third-party libraries to be plugged in with ease, making it possible for the community to extend the experience in fun and interesting ways.
.....Main Resources.....
Main Small basic DevLabs Page - Click Here
Main Small-Basic MSDN/Microsoft Page - Click Here
Small Basic Program IDE Setup - Click Here
API Reference for Small Basic - Click Here
Small Basic MSDN Forums/Threads - Click Here
PDF for Getting Started - Click Here
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.....Game Examples.....
Tetris Example: This game is based on Small Basic and uses about 530 lines of code. It looks like a well-done, completed game. Click Here...
Snake Game Example: If you are interested in a Snake type game, there is a example that of course uses SmallBasic. Click Here...
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Thats all for now. If your interested then hopefully this page will help you to get started in the Windows based programming world... Have Fun!
Jason
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More Microsoft “How Do I” Video Updates and Service Pack 1 for 2008
By Jason | August 29, 2008
(8 votes, average: 4 out of 5) Loading ...Just wanted to mention that Microsoft officially launched the RTM version Service Pack 1 for Visual Studio 2008 a couple weeks ago. It includes many fixes and some other features and improvements. WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) performance has been greatly increased as well. Click Here to check out the Service Pack for VB 2008.
Also Microsoft has been adding new How Do I videos for Visual Basic 2008 the past couple of months it appears. Its definitely worth checking out. It looks like Microsoft added many newer videos working with Excel and Microsoft Office and services. Linq and data-based programming looks to be updated as well. Remember that MSDN has many 2005 based videos as well. Anyways, Click Here if you want to check out the full list of MSDN's "How Do I" video series. Have Fun!
Jason
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