Infragistics Community Articles - Learning and Sharing through the Written Word http://community.infragistics.com/articles.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/dotnet/netadvantage/wpf/july-2008-ctp.aspx Thu, 31 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ In an effort to get more code to the public faster, Infragistics' WPF team has shipped an interim build of NetAdvantage for WPF controls planned for the 2008 Volume 2 release.  This release includes two major enhancements: xamOutlookBar™ and Printing Capabilities that not only easily print the xamDataGrid™, but allow for the creation of a fully stylized report.  The xamOutlookBar is styled and has functionally modeled off of Outlook® 2007 which greatly increases the developers ability to create ... ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/dotnet/netadvantage/wpf/july-2008-ctp.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/application-design/inside-xamsalesmanager.aspx Mon, 07 Jul 2008 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ In this article, Microsoft MVP Josh Smith describes how the xamSalesManager™ showcase sample was architected and designed around the data presentation, charting, docking and ribbon UI of the NetAdvantage® for WPF controls. His explanation illuminates many of the best practices you can use when developing your own line-of-business applications. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/application-design/inside-xamsalesmanager.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/what-is-the-value-of-jsf.aspx Mon, 07 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ Jim poses some tough questions about the JavaServer™ Faces platform, how it stacks up against Struts and other solutions, the role of reusing the stylable UI components of others and more. Before he is through, he will leave you with the answers to these questions and many of his own insights into the value and importance of JSF to your Java development. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/what-is-the-value-of-jsf.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/make-webdatetimeedit-dropdown-webcalendar.aspx Tue, 25 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ With only a custom button and JavaScript, Sung tells ASP.NET developers how to make the WebDateTimeEdit™ drop down a WebCalendar™.  This supercharges the WebDateTimeEdit with added functionality while bringing down the page size compared to using multiple WebDateChooser™ controls. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/make-webdatetimeedit-dropdown-webcalendar.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/aspnet/real-world-webgrid-advice.aspx Wed, 28 Nov 2007 05:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ Learn how to implement the NetAdvantage WebGrid (a.k.a., UltraWebGrid) in a professional application environment from Ralf Saha.  In this article published by DotNetSlackers, Ralf goes into some depth on lessons learned while building a real application using the NetAdvantage for ASP.NET WebGrid, providing helpful code listings and sage advice that will help you make the most of using the WebGrid. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/aspnet/real-world-webgrid-advice.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/data-binding/ui-thread-marshaling-model-layer.aspx Mon, 24 Sep 2007 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ When a WinForms client consumes asynchronously messaged events that require changes to UI controls, some architectural patterns create difficulty in marshalling the update on to the main UI thread. This article illustrates one such example – that of a custom data set that is bound to the UltraGrid as a data source. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/data-binding/ui-thread-marshaling-model-layer.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/build-custom-sharepoint-webpart.aspx Thu, 21 Jun 2007 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ WebParts are the building blocks of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server pages.  By using a simple pattern, you can use NetAdvantage for ASP.NET to target this powerful platform.  In this guide, you will learn the key steps necessary to get started in building your own custom web part. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/build-custom-sharepoint-webpart.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/artices/data-binding/xamdatagrid-in-expression-blend.aspx Fri, 18 May 2007 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ This article shows how to bind a typed DataSet to a xamDataGrid using Visual Studio 2005 and Microsoft Expression Blend. It is intended for developers who are new to WPF and Blend. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/artices/data-binding/xamdatagrid-in-expression-blend.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/ignite-user-experience-with-hot-tracking.aspx Mon, 14 May 2007 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ In this article you will receive guidance on how to best apply hot tracking in your application, whether it targets the ASP.NET, Windows Forms, or Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) platform.  Learn what pitfalls to watch out for when styling your user interface, and how to leverage hot tracking in creating a warm responsive user experience, even if you are not a designer. ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/ignite-user-experience-with-hot-tracking.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/wpf-in-winforms-interop.aspx Mon, 30 Apr 2007 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) brings new energy to lethargic Windows Forms applications, but all that Windows Forms code will not vanish overnight.  How should developers capitalize on NetAdvantage for WPF in these legacy applications?  Andrew answers your questions about incorporating Infragistics WPF controls, like the xamDataPresenterTM, into the Windows Forms ElementHost.  He also reveals productivity-enhancing practices that will enable your designers to craft these controls' user e ... ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/wpf-in-winforms-interop.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/application-styling.aspx Thu, 29 Mar 2007 04:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ Applications are now as much about how you present information as what you present. Times have changed, and development teams must now embrace contributions from a multi-disciplinary and eclectic crew that include designers, animators, and graphic artists to lead the market. Learn how application styling from Infragistics works to enhance this collaboration, easily brand your applications and Web sites, and elevate the creative contributors on your team to greater productivity than you ever befo ... ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/application-styling.aspx http://www.infragistics.com/articles/how-to-make-users-happy.aspx Wed, 20 Dec 2006 05:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ Have you ever believed your application's UI was a work of beauty only to be taken aback upon discovering your users were unimpressed, unable to see or feel your efforts?  You poured your heart and mind into creating an application that met your users' requirements, but frequently little time remains for ensuring that  great user experience.  Learn how you can overcome this challenge to make yourself and your users much happier! ]]> http://www.infragistics.com/articles/how-to-make-users-happy.aspx