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How do I… Store application data securely using encrypted DataSets?

Application developers' choices for storing data on the local machine were limited for a long time -- you either used a database or stored the data in flat files. With the advent of XML and the .NET Framework, the possibilities have multiplied.

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The architecture of a flexible .NET file processing system — Part 4

The first three parts of this series concentrated on the overall architecture of the .NET file processing system and how the messages get created and routed. In this installment, Zach Smith explains the role of the task specific processes and describes how to set up the system so that it is easily scalable.

Developer

How do I… Make C# or .NET Framework applications accessible in the system tray?

Putting an icon for your application in the system tray is a great way to insure that your program is easily accessible to the user. Zach Smith explains how to use the system tray with C# and the .NET Framework.

Developer

How do I… Implement the Soundex function in C#?

For years Microsoft SQL Server has provided developers with a method called Soundex that is used to retrieve an encoded string. Words that sound alike have similar encodings, so you can use this functionality to provide some flexibility in searches. Zach Smith shows you how to implement Soundex completely in C# without having to use the SQL function.

CXO

How do I… Publish a custom application performance counter in C#?

One important aspect of enterprise level application development is the need to monitor processes and determine if those processes are working as intended. One often overlooked solution to this problem is to use performance counters to expose application performance information. Zach Smith demonstrates how to publish a custom performance counter from your applications using C#.

Developer

How do I… Determine the distance between ZIP codes using C#?

Calculating the distance between ZIP codes has become a common feature in search engines. For instance, if you're searching for restaurants, a Web site will often allow you to enter a ZIP code and display all restaurants within x miles of that ZIP code. Zach Smith shows you how to implement a ZIP code distance calculator in C#.

Developer

How do I… Use threading to increase performance in C#? (Part 2)

Part 1 of this series demonstrated basic usage of the ThreadPool object and demonstrated a few different techniques that you can use with the ThreadPool. In Part 2, Zach Smith demonstrates how to write a simple thread management class that handles thread completion notification and thread exception handling.

Developer

How do I… Use threading to increase performance in C#? (Part 1)

Bad threading logic can actually slow down an application, or worse, cause an application to have inconsistent exceptions. There really isn't much to be worried about though if you plan ahead and take the correct precautions. Zach Smith shows you some examples on how to use threading in C# and how to protect yourself while using threading.

Software

How do I… Modify Word documents using C#?

Accessing Word components from C# isn't quite as straight-forward as many other features of C# and the .NET Framework. With that said -- it's not rocket science either. You simply need to know what to reference and how to use the components. Zach Smith lays out exactly what you need to do.

SMBs

How do I… Generate barcodes using C#?

There are many libraries that you can buy to generate barcodes from the .NET Framework. But why buy one when you could use a free font in conjunction with a few GDI+ functions? Zach Smith shows you how to use the "Free 3 of 9" font with the Bitmap and Graphics objects to generate barcodes using C#.

IIoT software assists manufacturers and other industrial operations with configuring, managing and monitoring connected devices. A good IoT solution requires capabilities ranging from designing and delivering connected products to collecting and analyzing system data once in the field. Each IIoT use case has its own diverse set of requirements, but there are key capabilities and ...

Recruiting an Operations Research Analyst with the right combination of technical expertise and experience will require a comprehensive screening process. This Hiring Kit provides an adjustable framework your business can use to find, recruit and ultimately hire the right person for the job.This hiring kit from TechRepublic Premium includes a job description, sample interview questions ...

The digital transformation required by implementing the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is a radical change from business as usual. This quick glossary of 30 terms and concepts relating to IIoT will help you get a handle on what IIoT is and what it can do for your business.. From the glossary’s introduction: While the ...

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How do I… Store application data securely using encrypted DataSets?

The architecture of a flexible .NET file processing system — Part 4

How do I… Make C# or .NET Framework applications accessible in the system tray?

How do I… Implement the Soundex function in C#?

How do I… Publish a custom application performance counter in C#?

How do I… Determine the distance between ZIP codes using C#?

How do I… Use threading to increase performance in C#? (Part 2)

How do I… Use threading to increase performance in C#? (Part 1)

How do I… Modify Word documents using C#?

How do I… Generate barcodes using C#?

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