| Build Your Own ASP.NET 2.0 Web Site Using C# & VB | 
 enlarge | Authors: Cristian Darie, Zak Ruvalcaba
Publisher: SitePoint
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  37 reviews
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Format: Illustrated
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Edition: 2
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Pages: 712
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Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 7.1 x 1.4
ISBN: 0975240285
Dewey Decimal Number: 005.276
EAN: 9780975240281
ASIN: 0975240285
Publication Date: October 31, 2006
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Learn how to build impressive ASP.NET 2.0 Websites in both C# and VB from scratch. Using a practical step-by-step approach, the authors introduce the ASP.NET framework, teach you about database design, and walk you through obtaining, installing and configuring all the freely available software you need to use ASP.NET 2.0. They then show you how to build several real world Web-based applications that you can put to use instantly in your projects. Readers will learn how to:
Develop a fully functional Corporate Intranet with a dynamic navigation menu Create an email newsletter system using ASP.NET 2.0 Build web forms using web controls, validation controls, and rich controls Program in both C# and VB Handle unforseen errors gracefully using a range of error handling techniques Secure applications using form authentication Use code-behind to streamline code. This book doesn't force you to choose an ASP.NET language in advance - all code examples are presented in both C# (pronounced see-sharp) and VB. You can choose which one you want to use, and follow-it throughout the book. Best of all, this book doesn't assume any prior programming knowledge! What The Reviewers Say... "This is a very well written book and an excellent overview and introduction to developing websites in C#/VB.NET on ASP.NET 2.0." - About.com
"This is the kind of book most of the developers will be looking for not only to learn the technology faster but also to create and develop a real application in a short span of time." - ASP Alliance
"This is not your grandfather's ASP.NET 2.0 tutorial. It is not condescending, pretentious, stodgy, or deadly boring; rather, it is fresh, fun, even exciting; and, it does not take itelf too seriously. The topics flow logically from one to the next. The layout is approachable. The writers' tone is friendly. And, the writing style makes the material very accessible. I have yet to find a better book for Web development novices." - C# Online .NET
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 Great learning tool! October 5, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I really appreciate this book for what it is, a beginner's book. Will this book be applicable to you as a seasoned developer in any language, I don't think so, it really is a "Build your own site" type of book.
For those who are interested in getting a solid foundation in many of the basics of ASP.NET 2.0, I would recommend this book. I will be following this book with Damien Foggon's ASP.NET Beginning DB Book and then moving to Chistian Darie's ASP.NET Ecommerce book finishing up with the Problem, Design Solution ASP.NET 2.0 by wrox. I tend to need alot of example to get me where I am going, and I feel like I got much more of a bang for my buck with this book as it was easy to read and follow the examples.
Now, I did run into some setup issues that produced some errors along the way. Patience and persistence paid off everytime, along with some assistance from those on the web who had the same problems before me. In no way was the book responsible for my system setup, I actually received support from the sitepoint forums, so thanks.
Looking forward to getting into the next book. BTW, I have already built 5 published sites with just the help of this book and I have more clients calling.
In summary, from html to asp.net 2.0 in 8 days with great success! Thanks for a great book!
The Best book on ASP.NET 2.0 September 9, 2008
This is without a doubt the best book on ASP.net 2.0 I have read. If you need to start from the beginning ......... This is the book!!!!
An excellent book October 3, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have read many technical books and this is so far the best. I know my way around computers and the basics of programming and wanted to learn some more of ASP.NET. This book has been an excellent tutorial. Even the basics of object oriented programming and SQL are explained. Loved it.
There is one caveat. The book was written for Windows XP and IIS 6. If you are using Windows Vista and IIS 7 like me, be prepared to search for some stuff yourself. Do not worry though, some Googling will help you along the way.
 good for beginner and semi-experienced asp.net developers August 23, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
i got into dot net when it first came out, when sample codes on how do things you take for granted were scarce or non existent. I was converting an ASP app to dot net. was ahead of my time, ran into too many mundane issues, cancelled my project after 5 months. Now I want to try ASP.NET for real.
I've found this book to be very helpful in connecting the dots. The samples are good enough . Highly recommend it.
I found the right book to learn asp.net May 24, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am an asp programmer. And I would like to transform myself into asp.net. after trying one title after another by reading the PDF files that I found on the net, I thought I found the right book ASP.NET 2.0 Unleashed from Stephen Walther. I bought the book and learned from it. But I got stuck somewhere after the basic controls. The author assumes that the reader is either intermediate or advanced level with the .NET programming skill. I am not at that level yet. Again I went back to find other PDF files and I found this one and I knew this was the perfect fit for me. I bought the book and I am very happy with this book. it teaches asp.net 2.0 from beginning level. It explains in details all the basic knowleges that an asp.net programmer needs to know. Then it moves on to ado.net. But all these are just basics only. not going too far into advanced level. One thing that I like is that I build the project while learning. There are minor wording error. If you don't know programming, then this is the problem. If you already know programming (VB,C#), then you can see the wording error and correct yourself.
If you are looking for a book that set you up from start with .NET, this one is the right one. If you already have the basic of asp.net and would like to get to the advanced level, then you may be disappointed.
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