Course Description
This clinic will introduce developers to the tools and techniques for creating Window 8 (Metro) applications using C#/XAML. It will outline The Windows 8 platform, Metro-Style guidelines, Windows 8 contracts, tiles and notifications.
After completing this course, students will be able to:
•Provide a summary of the Window 8 platform
•Enumerate the Metro Style application development languages
•Describe the Metro style design
•Summarize Metro style concepts and guidelines
•Demonstrate how to implement a basic Metro style app using C#/XAML
•Demonstrate how to use the Windows Runtime in Metro style apps
•Highlight the ways to integrate apps with Windows 8 experiences with contracts
•Describe what Windows 8 contracts are
•Explain how to implement tiles
•Explain how to implement notifications
•Provide an overview of the Microsoft Store
•Enumerate the ways to monetize the app in the Microsoft Store
Agenda
Introduction to Windows 8 Platform
- Introduction to Windows 8 Operation System
Windows 8 Platform
Working with Metro-Style Guidelines
- Metro Style Design Guidelines
Developing Metro Style Apps with C#/XAML
- Developing a Metro Style app Using C#/XAML
Integrating with Windows 8 experiences with Contracts
- Windows 8 Contracts
Implementing the Share and Search Contracts
Implementing Tiles and Notifications
- Using Tiles in Windows 8 Metro Style apps
Using Notifications in Metro Style apps
Deploying to the Windows Store
- The Microsoft Store
Monetizing Using the Microsoft Store
Audience
This course is intended for professional developers that come from the .NET client side world and have familiarity with C# and XAML. Developers should have 1-2 years of experience in their field.
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Virtual 40025 First Look Clinic: Introduction to Windows 8 Development - C# Online Live training option
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The Virtual Online Live events listed here gives you an effective and proven online virtual learning experience with the freedom to attend virtually from anywhere.
There is also an option of experiencing Online Live from one of the many national partner centers where a computer and headset will be provided for you.
This rich and engaging virtual classroom environment lets you conveniently interact with instructors and other students.
You will hear and see your instructor as they teach the course and answer your questions via voice or text.
Choose the online live virtual training option and you can access the recorded version even after the class has finished.
The onDemand labs give you access to the same client and server technologies covered in class so you can test, apply and hone your skills by accessing the labs before and even after the class.
Technical Requirements: a computer or laptop with a modern browser and high speed internet access along with one or two monitors.