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Example: Date Evaluator

This example creates an ASP.NET page that calculates the difference in days between two dates. Figure 12-4 shows the finished application in use.

Figure 12-4. This ASP.NET Web application calculates the difference between two dates. The calendar displays are Calendar Web server controls.

Creating a Visual Web Page Design

To create this application, start Visual Studio, close any open projects, and then proceed as follows:

1. Choose New from the File menu and then choose Project.

2. When the New Project dialog box appears, select the ASP.NET Web Application template, specify a location of http://localhost/DateEval, and then click OK. ...