Professional Windows 8 Programming

By: Doug Holland and Allen Sanders and Kevin Ashley and Nick Lecrenski

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Synopsis: It is an exciting time to be a Windows developer. The arrival of Windows 8 is a complete game changer. The operating system and its development platform offer you an entirely new way to create rich, full-featured Windows-based applications. This team of authors takes you on a journey through all of the new development features of the Windows 8 platform specifically how to utilize Visual Studio 2012 and the XAML/C# languages to produce robust apps that are ready for deployment in the new Windows Store.Professional Windows 8 Programming:Learn how to utilize XAML to create rich content driven user interfacesMake use of the new AppBar to create a chrome-less menu systemSee how to support Sensors and Geo-location on Windows 8 devicesIntegrate your app into the Windows 8 ecosystem with Contracts and ExtensionsWalks you through the new Windows 8 navigation system for multi-page appsMinimize code with Data Binding and MVVM design patternsFeatures tips on getting your app ready for the Windows storeMaximize revenue for your app by learning about available monetization strategies