Chapter 3 Tools

Sponsor Tools
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Tools
  • Microsoft Expressions Graphic Designer - |
    Full-featured tool for creating and editing vector- and pixel-based graphics. Supports the most common image formats and has the ability to export images as XAML. Developed for professional designers.
  • Microsoft Expression Interactive Designer - |
    A UI designer developed for creating .NET 3.0 applications. Provides the ability to add 3D images and multimedia content to applications targeting the WPF and to edit the look and feel of almost any control by changing its template. Uses a timeline concept to represent animations and interactivity for the user experience.
  • XAMLPad - |
    Edit XAML in a text editor with a real-time visual display of the results as you type
  • Service Configuration Editor - |
    Create and maintain complex configurations for WCF applications without having to deal with XML files
  • Microsoft Service Trace Viewer - |
    Consolidate and view trace and message logs in one clear UI, and see the exact message and communication flow between WCF components
  • Visual Studio "Orcas" Extensions - |
    Visual Studio extension for developing WinFx/.NET 3.0 applications. Provides the necessary designer and tools for creating user interfaces based on XAML. Includes XAML IntelliSense, project templates for WPF project types, and a visual designer for WPF applications.