The following lists provide links to How-to topics found in the conceptual documentation for the .NET Compact Framework. These topics contain procedures and sample code for developing and using .NET Compact Framework applications. They demonstrate how to use controls in the Microsoft.WindowsCE.Forms namespace, how to create custom controls, how to use interoperability, and workarounds for unsupported class members or other features. Topics that demonstrate managed Direct3D for devices, which use the Microsoft.WindowsMobile.DirectX and Microsoft.WindowsMobile.DirectX.Direct3D namespaces, are also included.
Class Library
Building Applications and Core Tasks
*Uses platform invoke of native code.
Data Access and XML Support
Encoding and Localization
Graphics and Drawing
*Uses platform invoke of native code.
Interoperability
Message Queuing
Mobile Direct3D Programming
Networking and Connectivity
Performance and Diagnostics
*Uses platform invoke of native code.
Pocket PC Development
Smartphone Development
Windows Embedded CE Development
Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) Development
Windows Forms Controls
See Also