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C++ Game Development Primer

Author : Bruce Sutherland
Publisher : Apress
ISBN 13 : 1484208145
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (842 download)

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Download or read book C++ Game Development Primer written by Bruce Sutherland and published by Apress. This book was released on 2014-11-10 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: C++ is the language behind most of today's computer games. This 96-page C++ Game Development Primer takes you through the accelerated process of writing games for otherwise experienced C++ programmers. After reading this book, you’ll have the fundamental know-how to become a successful and profitable game applications developer in today’s increasingly competitive indie game marketplace. For those looking for a quick introduction to C++ game development and who have good skills in C++, this will get you off to a fast start. C++ Game Development Primer is based on Learn C++ for Game Development by the same author, giving you the essentials to get started in game programming without the unnecessary introduction to C++.

3D Math Primer for Graphics and Game Development, 2nd Edition

Author : Fletcher Dunn
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1568817231
Total Pages : 848 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (688 download)

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Book Synopsis 3D Math Primer for Graphics and Game Development, 2nd Edition by : Fletcher Dunn

Download or read book 3D Math Primer for Graphics and Game Development, 2nd Edition written by Fletcher Dunn and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2011-11-02 with total page 848 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This engaging book presents the essential mathematics needed to describe, simulate, and render a 3D world. Reflecting both academic and in-the-trenches practical experience, the authors teach you how to describe objects and their positions, orientations, and trajectories in 3D using mathematics. The text provides an introduction to mathematics for game designers, including the fundamentals of coordinate spaces, vectors, and matrices. It also covers orientation in three dimensions, calculus and dynamics, graphics, and parametric curves.

Game Programming in C++

Author : Sanjay Madhav
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
ISBN 13 : 0134597311
Total Pages : 1268 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (345 download)

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Book Synopsis Game Programming in C++ by : Sanjay Madhav

Download or read book Game Programming in C++ written by Sanjay Madhav and published by Addison-Wesley Professional. This book was released on 2018-03-06 with total page 1268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Program 3D Games in C++: The #1 Language at Top Game Studios Worldwide C++ remains the key language at many leading game development studios. Since it’s used throughout their enormous code bases, studios use it to maintain and improve their games, and look for it constantly when hiring new developers. Game Programming in C++ is a practical, hands-on approach to programming 3D video games in C++. Modeled on Sanjay Madhav’s game programming courses at USC, it’s fun, easy, practical, hands-on, and complete. Step by step, you’ll learn to use C++ in all facets of real-world game programming, including 2D and 3D graphics, physics, AI, audio, user interfaces, and much more. You’ll hone real-world skills through practical exercises, and deepen your expertise through start-to-finish projects that grow in complexity as you build your skills. Throughout, Madhav pays special attention to demystifying the math that all professional game developers need to know. Set up your C++ development tools quickly, and get started Implement basic 2D graphics, game updates, vectors, and game physics Build more intelligent games with widely used AI algorithms Implement 3D graphics with OpenGL, shaders, matrices, and transformations Integrate and mix audio, including 3D positional audio Detect collisions of objects in a 3D environment Efficiently respond to player input Build user interfaces, including Head-Up Displays (HUDs) Improve graphics quality with anisotropic filtering and deferred shading Load and save levels and binary game data Whether you’re a working developer or a student with prior knowledge of C++ and data structures, Game Programming in C++ will prepare you to solve real problems with C++ in roles throughout the game development lifecycle. You’ll master the language that top studios are hiring for—and that’s a proven route to success.

Wireless Game Development in C/C++ with BREW

Author : Ralph Barbagallo
Publisher : Wordware Publishing, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1556229054
Total Pages : 417 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (562 download)

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Book Synopsis Wireless Game Development in C/C++ with BREW by : Ralph Barbagallo

Download or read book Wireless Game Development in C/C++ with BREW written by Ralph Barbagallo and published by Wordware Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2003 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book & CD. Targeted for intermediate programmers with experience in C/C++ and the basics of game programming, this book illustrates a variety of development techniques in the new and cutting-edge field of wireless games using Qualcomm's hot new BREW development environment. Barbagallo goes through the fundamentals of the API including graphics, sound, input, and general programming tips. Brought together with complete examples of working games, the book also features information on the burgeoning wireless gaming market.

C++ Primer Plus

Author : Stephen Prata
Publisher : Pearson Education
ISBN 13 : 0131388207
Total Pages : 1826 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (313 download)

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Download or read book C++ Primer Plus written by Stephen Prata and published by Pearson Education. This book was released on 2004-11-15 with total page 1826 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are new to C++ programming, C++ Primer Plus, Fifth Edition is a friendly and easy-to-use self-study guide. You will cover the latest and most useful language enhancements, the Standard Template Library and ways to streamline object-oriented programming with C++. This guide also illustrates how to handle input and output, make programs perform repetitive tasks, manipulate data, hide information, use functions and build flexible, easily modifiable programs. With the help of this book, you will: Learn C++ programming from the ground up. Learn through real-world, hands-on examples. Experiment with concepts, including classes, inheritance, templates and exceptions. Reinforce knowledge gained through end-of-chapter review questions and practice programming exercises. C++ Primer Plus, Fifth Edition makes learning and using important object-oriented programming concepts understandable. Choose this classic to learn the fundamentals and more of C++ programming.

Learn C++ for Game Development

Author : Bruce Sutherland
Publisher : Apress
ISBN 13 : 1430264586
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Learn C++ for Game Development written by Bruce Sutherland and published by Apress. This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you’re new to C++ but understand some basic programming, then Learn C++ for Game Development lays the foundation for the C++ language and API that you’ll need to build game apps and applications. Learn C++ for Game Development will show you how to: Master C++ features such as variables, pointers, flow controls, functions, I/O, classes, exceptions, templates, and the Standard Template Library (STL) Use design patterns to simplify your coding and make more powerful games Manage memory efficiently to get the most out of your creativity Load and save games using file I/O, so that your users are never disappointed Most of today's popular console and PC game platforms use C++ in their SDKs. Even the Android NDK and now the iOS SDK allow for C++; so C++ is growing in use for today's mobile game apps. Game apps using C++ become much more robust, better looking, more dynamic, and better performing. After reading this book, you’ll have the skills to become a successful and profitable game app or applications developer in today’s increasingly competitive indie game marketplace. The next stage is to take the foundation from this book and explore SDKs such as Android/Ouya, PlayStation, Wii, Nintendo DS, DirectX, Unity3D, and GameMaker Studio to make your career really take off.

SFML Game Development

Author : Jan Haller
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1849696853
Total Pages : 442 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (496 download)

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Download or read book SFML Game Development written by Jan Haller and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SFML Game Development is a fast-paced, step-by-step guide, providing you with all the knowledge and tools you need to create your first game using SFML 2.0.SFML Game Development addresses ambitious C++ programmers who want to develop their own game. If you have plenty of ideas for an awesome and unique game, but don't know how to start implementing them, then this book is for you. The book assumes no knowledge about SFML or game development, but a solid understanding of C++ is required.

Head First C

Author : David Griffiths
Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
ISBN 13 : 1449335659
Total Pages : 632 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (493 download)

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Download or read book Head First C written by David Griffiths and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2012-04-03 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn key topics such as language basics, pointers and pointer arithmetic, dynamic memory management, multithreading, and network programming. Learn how to use the compiler, the make tool, and the archiver.

Beginning C++ Game Programming

Author : John Horton
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1838647651
Total Pages : 746 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (386 download)

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Download or read book Beginning C++ Game Programming written by John Horton and published by Packt Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2019-10-31 with total page 746 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get to grips with programming techniques and game development using C++ libraries and Visual Studio 2019 Key Features Learn game development and C++ with a fun, example-driven approach Build clones of popular games such as Timberman, Zombie Survival Shooter, a co-op puzzle platformer, and Space Invaders Discover tips to expand your finished games by thinking critically, technically, and creatively Book Description The second edition of Beginning C++ Game Programming is updated and improved to include the latest features of Visual Studio 2019, SFML, and modern C++ programming techniques. With this book, you'll get a fun introduction to game programming by building five fully playable games of increasing complexity. You'll learn to build clones of popular games such as Timberman, Pong, a Zombie survival shooter, a coop puzzle platformer and Space Invaders. The book starts by covering the basics of programming. You'll study key C++ topics, such as object-oriented programming (OOP) and C++ pointers, and get acquainted with the Standard Template Library (STL). The book helps you learn about collision detection techniques and game physics by building a Pong game. As you build games, you'll also learn exciting game programming concepts such as particle effects, directional sound (spatialization), OpenGL programmable shaders, spawning objects, and much more. Finally, you'll explore game design patterns to enhance your C++ game programming skills. By the end of the book, you'll have gained the knowledge you need to build your own games with exciting features from scratch What you will learn Set up your game development project in Visual Studio 2019 and explore C++ libraries such as SFML Explore C++ OOP by building a Pong game Understand core game concepts such as game animation, game physics, collision detection, scorekeeping, and game sound Use classes, inheritance, and references to spawn and control thousands of enemies and shoot rapid-fire machine guns Add advanced features to your game using pointers, references, and the STL Scale and reuse your game code by learning modern game programming design patterns Who this book is for This book is perfect for you if you have no C++ programming knowledge, you need a beginner-level refresher course, or you want to learn how to build games or just use games as an engaging way to learn C++. Whether you aspire to publish a game (perhaps on Steam) or just want to impress friends with your creations, you'll find this book useful.

Beginning Android C++ Game Development

Author : Bruce Sutherland
Publisher : Apress
ISBN 13 : 1430258314
Total Pages : 302 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Beginning Android C++ Game Development written by Bruce Sutherland and published by Apress. This book was released on 2014-01-09 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beginning Android C++ Game Development introduces general and Android game developers like you to Android's powerful Native Development Kit (NDK). The Android NDK platform allows you to build the most sophisticated, complex and best performing game apps that leverage C++. In short, you learn to build professional looking and performing game apps like the book's case study, Droid Runner. In this book, you'll learn all the major aspects of game design and programming using the Android NDK and be ready to submit your first professional video game app to Google Play and Amazon Appstore for today's Android smartphones and tablet users to download and play. The techniques contained in this book include building a game engine, writing a renderer, and building a full game app with entities, game levels and collisions. As part of the tutorial you'll also learn about inserting perspectives using cameras and including audio in your game app.

Game Engine Architecture

Author : Jason Gregory
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 135160564X
Total Pages : 1042 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (516 download)

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Download or read book Game Engine Architecture written by Jason Gregory and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-03-27 with total page 1042 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hailed as a "must-have textbook" (CHOICE, January 2010), the first edition of Game Engine Architecture provided readers with a complete guide to the theory and practice of game engine software development. Updating the content to match today’s landscape of game engine architecture, this second edition continues to thoroughly cover the major components that make up a typical commercial game engine. New to the Second Edition Information on new topics, including the latest variant of the C++ programming language, C++11, and the architecture of the eighth generation of gaming consoles, the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 New chapter on audio technology covering the fundamentals of the physics, mathematics, and technology that go into creating an AAA game audio engine Updated sections on multicore programming, pipelined CPU architecture and optimization, localization, pseudovectors and Grassman algebra, dual quaternions, SIMD vector math, memory alignment, and anti-aliasing Insight into the making of Naughty Dog’s latest hit, The Last of Us The book presents the theory underlying various subsystems that comprise a commercial game engine as well as the data structures, algorithms, and software interfaces that are typically used to implement them. It primarily focuses on the engine itself, including a host of low-level foundation systems, the rendering engine, the collision system, the physics simulation, character animation, and audio. An in-depth discussion on the "gameplay foundation layer" delves into the game’s object model, world editor, event system, and scripting system. The text also touches on some aspects of gameplay programming, including player mechanics, cameras, and AI. An awareness-building tool and a jumping-off point for further learning, Game Engine Architecture, Second Edition gives readers a solid understanding of both the theory and common practices employed within each of the engineering disciplines covered. The book will help readers on their journey through this fascinating and multifaceted field.

C++ Primer Plus

Author : Stephen Prata
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
ISBN 13 : 0321776402
Total Pages : 1435 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (217 download)

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Download or read book C++ Primer Plus written by Stephen Prata and published by Addison-Wesley Professional. This book was released on 2011-10-18 with total page 1435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: C++ Primer Plus, Sixth Edition New C++11 Coverage C++ Primer Plus is a carefully crafted, complete tutorial on one of the most significant and widely used programming languages today. An accessible and easy-to-use self-study guide, this book is appropriate for both serious students of programming as well as developers already proficient in other languages. The sixth edition of C++ Primer Plus has been updated and expanded to cover the latest developments in C++, including a detailed look at the new C++11 standard. Author and educator Stephen Prata has created an introduction to C++ that is instructive, clear, and insightful. Fundamental programming concepts are explained along with details of the C++ language. Many short, practical examples illustrate just one or two concepts at a time, encouraging readers to master new topics by immediately putting them to use. Review questions and programming exercises at the end of each chapter help readers zero in on the most critical information and digest the most difficult concepts. In C++ Primer Plus, you’ll find depth, breadth, and a variety of teaching techniques and tools to enhance your learning: A new detailed chapter on the changes and additional capabilities introduced in the C++11 standard Complete, integrated discussion of both basic C language and additional C++ features Clear guidance about when and why to use a feature Hands-on learning with concise and simple examples that develop your understanding a concept or two at a time Hundreds of practical sample programs Review questions and programming exercises at the end of each chapter to test your understanding Coverage of generic C++ gives you the greatest possible flexibility Teaches the ISO standard, including discussions of templates, the Standard Template Library, the string class, exceptions, RTTI, and namespaces Table of Contents 1: Getting Started with C++ 2: Setting Out to C++ 3: Dealing with Data 4: Compound Types 5: Loops and Relational Expressions 6: Branching Statements and Logical Operators 7: Functions: C++’s Programming Modules 8: Adventures in Functions 9: Memory Models and Namespaces 10: Objects and Classes 11: Working with Classes 12: Classes and Dynamic Memory Allocation 13: Class Inheritance 14: Reusing Code in C++ 15: Friends, Exceptions, and More 16: The string Class and the Standard Template Library 17: Input, Output, and Files 18: The New C++11 Standard A Number Bases B C++ Reserved Words C The ASCII Character Set D Operator Precedence E Other Operators F The stringTemplate Class G The Standard Template Library Methods and Functions H Selected Readings and Internet Resources I Converting to ISO Standard C++ J Answers to Chapter Reviews

Game Programming with Unity and C#

Author : Casey Hardman
Publisher : Apress
ISBN 13 : 1484256565
Total Pages : 573 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (842 download)

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Download or read book Game Programming with Unity and C# written by Casey Hardman and published by Apress. This book was released on 2020-06-13 with total page 573 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed for beginners with no knowledge or experience in game development or programming, this book teaches the essentials of the Unity game engine, the C# programming language, and the art of object-oriented programming. New concepts are not only explained, but thoroughly demonstrated. Starting with an introduction to Unity, you'll learn about scenes, GameObjects, prefabs, components, and how to use the various windows to interact with the engine. You'll then dive into the fundamentals of programming by reviewing syntax rules, formatting, methods, variables, objects and types, classes, and inheritance, all while getting your hands dirty writing and testing code yourself. Later, the book explains how to expose script data in the Inspector and the basics of Unity’s serialization system. This carefully crafted work guides you through the planning and development of bare bones, simple game projects designed to exercise programming concepts while keeping less relevant interruptions out of the way, allowing you to focus on the implementation of game mechanics first and foremost. Through these example projects, the book teaches input handling, rigidbodies, colliders, cameras, prefab instantiation, scene loading, user interface design and coding, and more. By the end, you'll have built a solid foundation in programming that will pave your way forward in understanding core C# syntax and fundamentals of object-oriented programming—not just what to type but why it's typed and what it’s really doing. Game Programming with Unity and C# will send you on your way to becoming comfortable with the Unity game engine and its documentation and how to independently seek further information on yet-untouched concepts and challenges. What You'll LearnUnderstand the fundamentals of object-oriented computer programming, including topics specifically relevant for games.Leverage beginner-to-intermediate-level skills of the C# programming language and its syntax. Review all major component types of the Unity game engine: colliders and rigidbodies, lights, cameras, scripts, etc.Use essential knowledge of the Unity game engine and its features to balance gameplay mechanics for making interesting experiences. Who This Book Is For Beginners who have no prior experience in programming or game development who would like to learn with a solid foundation that prepares them to further develop their skills.

C++ Crash Course

Author : Josh Lospinoso
Publisher : No Starch Press
ISBN 13 : 1593278896
Total Pages : 793 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (932 download)

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Download or read book C++ Crash Course written by Josh Lospinoso and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 793 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fast-paced, thorough introduction to modern C++ written for experienced programmers. After reading C++ Crash Course, you'll be proficient in the core language concepts, the C++ Standard Library, and the Boost Libraries. C++ is one of the most widely used languages for real-world software. In the hands of a knowledgeable programmer, C++ can produce small, efficient, and readable code that any programmer would be proud of. Designed for intermediate to advanced programmers, C++ Crash Course cuts through the weeds to get you straight to the core of C++17, the most modern revision of the ISO standard. Part 1 covers the core of the C++ language, where you'll learn about everything from types and functions, to the object life cycle and expressions. Part 2 introduces you to the C++ Standard Library and Boost Libraries, where you'll learn about all of the high-quality, fully-featured facilities available to you. You'll cover special utility classes, data structures, and algorithms, and learn how to manipulate file systems and build high-performance programs that communicate over networks. You'll learn all the major features of modern C++, including: Fundamental types, reference types, and user-defined types The object lifecycle including storage duration, memory management, exceptions, call stacks, and the RAII paradigm Compile-time polymorphism with templates and run-time polymorphism with virtual classes Advanced expressions, statements, and functions Smart pointers, data structures, dates and times, numerics, and probability/statistics facilities Containers, iterators, strings, and algorithms Streams and files, concurrency, networking, and application development With well over 500 code samples and nearly 100 exercises, C++ Crash Course is sure to help you build a strong C++ foundation.

C++ Primer

Author : Stanley B. Lippman
Publisher : Addison-Wesley
ISBN 13 : 0133053032
Total Pages : 3072 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (33 download)

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Download or read book C++ Primer written by Stanley B. Lippman and published by Addison-Wesley. This book was released on 2012-08-06 with total page 3072 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling Programming Tutorial and Reference Completely Rewritten for the New C++11 Standard Fully updated and recast for the newly released C++11 standard, this authoritative and comprehensive introduction to C++ will help you to learn the language fast, and to use it in modern, highly effective ways. Highlighting today’s best practices, the authors show how to use both the core language and its standard library to write efficient, readable, and powerful code. C++ Primer, Fifth Edition, introduces the C++ standard library from the outset, drawing on its common functions and facilities to help you write useful programs without first having to master every language detail. The book’s many examples have been revised to use the new language features and demonstrate how to make the best use of them. This book is a proven tutorial for those new to C++, an authoritative discussion of core C++ concepts and techniques, and a valuable resource for experienced programmers, especially those eager to see C++11 enhancements illuminated. Start Fast and Achieve More Learn how to use the new C++11 language features and the standard library to build robust programs quickly, and get comfortable with high-level programming Learn through examples that illuminate today’s best coding styles and program design techniques Understand the “rationale behind the rules”: why C++11 works as it does Use the extensive crossreferences to help you connect related concepts and insights Benefit from up-to-date learning aids and exercises that emphasize key points, help you to avoid pitfalls, promote good practices, and reinforce what you’ve learned Access the source code for the extended examples from informit.com/title/0321714113 C++ Primer, Fifth Edition, features an enhanced, layflat binding, which allows the book to stay open more easily when placed on a flat surface. This special binding method—notable by a small space inside the spine—also increases durability.

A Game Development Primer

Author : Faisal Qureshi
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 : 9781688119826
Total Pages : 184 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (198 download)

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Download or read book A Game Development Primer written by Faisal Qureshi and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-08-23 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the video game industry being a multi-billion dollar industry with a huge market and constant technological advances being made, it is definitely something that cannot be overlooked. This book covers various elements of game development ranging from design to programming to other factors that are included in game development. From a design perspective, interface design, character development, storytelling, and level design are covered. The book also covers basic C++ programming and object-oriented programming in C++. Finally, topics such as audio in games, artificial intelligence, simulations, and networking in games are also included in the book as well as the development process and methodologies. This book is primarily intended for aspiring game developers who want to know what it is all about.

C# Complete

Author : Dave Evans
Publisher : Sybex
ISBN 13 : 9780782142037
Total Pages : 1012 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (42 download)

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Download or read book C# Complete written by Dave Evans and published by Sybex. This book was released on 2003-03-07 with total page 1012 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: C# Complete is a one-of-a-kind book--valuable both for its broad content and its low price. Whether you're brand-new to C# programming, are migrating from Visual Basic or Visual C++ to C#, or have already developed some expertise in C#, you'll get the skills you need to become proficient with Microsoft's powerful new language designed for the .NET platform. Creating complex applications in the .NET Framework is made easier with C#--Microsoft's first true object-oriented programming language. In C# Complete, you'll get a clear picture of everything you need to know for developing applications using C#. You'll begin by learning the essential elements of the language and of Visual Studio .NET, in which you'll develop and run programs in a comprehensive integrated development environment. You'll see how to create functional and exciting user interfaces and desktop applications written with C#, and how to incorporate threads to their best advantage. You'll explore the use of ADO.NET classes in development of C# database applications. Chapters on ASP.NET Web Services will walk you through the building of an XML web services application. You'll also visit some advanced topics, including designing with security in mind, overcoming the shortcomings of the .NET Framework, and working with the Microsoft Mobile Internet Toolkit. C# Complete introduces you to the work of some of Sybex's finest authors, so you'll know where to go to learn even more about C# and the .NET Framework. Inside: Visual C# .NET Essentials Introduction to Visual C# and the .NET Framework Zen and Now: The C# Language Strings Object Oriented Programming Derived Classes Arrays, Indexers, and Collections Reflecting on Classes C# Application Developmemt Building a Better Windows User Interface Building Desktop Applications Working with Threads Database Development with C# Overview of the ADO.NET Classes ADO.NET Application Development Using DataSet Objects to Store Data Using DataSet Objects to Modify Data ASP.NET and Web Services Introduction to C# Web Applications Using XML in Web Applications Web Services Building Your Own Web Controls Advanced C# Development Overcoming Holes in the .NET Framework Overcoming Security Issues Getting Started with Mobile Internet Toolkit