ASP.NET Data Web Controls Kick Start (Paperback)

Utilizing the more advanced features of the Data Web Controls has many developers stumped. These controls are fairly simple to use when it comes to simple data display. However, they can do much more than merely present data. For example, the DataGrid Web Control allows for sorting, paging, and editing of data. In addition, these controls allow for templating of data, which can be used to provide more complex views. The DataGrid, DataList, and Repeater forum on the Microsoft ASP.NET Forums received more than 2,100 posts in the first month and a half of use, or over 35 posts per day on average. As the Web master of an ASP.NET Web site, Scott has also received numerous emails from readers and visitors asking questions about these Web Controls. ASP.NET Data Web Controls is likely to be an indispensable item in every ASP.NET developer's toolbox.

Table of Contents

Introduction.

I. DISPLAYING DATA.

1. An Introduction to the DataGrid, DataList, and Repeater.
2. Binding Data to the Data Controls.
3. Customizing the HTML Output.

II. ASSIGNING ACTIONS TO THE DATA WEB CONTROLS.

4. Adding Buttons and Hyperlinks to the DataGrid Web Control.
5. Adding Command Buttons to the Data Web Controls.
6. Using External Web Controls to Achieve Effects on the Web Control.

III. ADVANCED FEATURES OF THE DATAGRID WEB CONTROL.

7. Sorting the DataGrids Data.
8. Providing DataGrid Pagination.
9. Editing the DataGrid Web Control.
10. Putting It All Together: A Real-World Example.

IV. MISCELLANEOUS DATA CONTROL TOPICS.

11. Altering the Data Before Its Rendered.
12. Creating Custom Column Controls for the DataGrid.
Index.