Microsoft Silverlight 4 Step by Step (Paperback)

Teach yourself how to build rich Internet applications with Silverlight 4--one step at a time. With this practical, learn-by-doing tutorial, you'll learn how to create interactive user interfaces for the Web and the newest version of Windows Phone by mastering the essential tools and techniques for Silverlight.

• Install the tools you need and build your first Silverlight application
• Get up to speed on Silverlight 4 features, including out-of-browser support, webcam, and microphone
• Develop Web applications with Silverlight that work across browsers and devices
• Engage users with animation, video, layout, vector graphics, and 3D effects
• Learn how to build and deploy simple applications for Windows Phone 7
• Create Windows Phone features such as Input Scope, Orientation, and the Application Bar

Your online learning resources include:

• Practice exercises
• Code samples
• Fully searchable ebook

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