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Programming for Devices Using the .NET Compact Framework

Visual Studio 2008

In Visual Studio, programming for smart devices using the .NET Compact Framework is very similar to programming for desktops using the .NET Framework. As a result, desktop application developers get to re-use many skills when developing for smart devices.

Creating and Developing Managed Device Projects

Describes how to use the Visual Studio Integrated Development Environment (IDE) to create and develop managed device projects.

Working with the .NET Compact Framework

Provides information on working with the .NET Compact Framework in managed device projects.

Working with Data in Managed Device Projects

Describes how to manage data for devices in Visual Studio 2008.

Working with Platform-Specific APIs

Describes how to discover and use additional platform APIs in your managed device projects.

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