Chapter 2. What Is a .NET Compact Framework Program?

In the last chapter we looked at the .NET Compact Framework from a high-level, architectural perspective. This chapter answers the question “What is a .NET Compact Framework application?” by studying the details of a simple but complete .NET Compact Framework Windows application. Along the way, we introduce elements that are common to every .NET Compact Framework program, including forms, controls, classes, events, and event handlers. We also explain the relationship between the code generated for you by the Visual Studio .NET 2003 Windows Forms Designer and the code you must write yourself.

The Essence of a .NET Compact Framework Program

A .NET Compact Framework Windows program is a program built ...

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