Essential C# 5.0 (Microsoft Windows Development Series)

Essential C# 5.0 is a clear, concise, in-depth guide to C#, with the most detailed coverage of any book on the features new to version 5.0. It clearly presents material for beginners and experienced C# programmers alike, and provides contrasts and comparisons between C# and other common languages. C# is covered comprehensively, and each important construct is illustrated with succinct code examples. The author has organized the material for quick, easy access. Graphical "mind maps" at the beginning of each chapter show what material is covered and how each topic relates to the whole. This edition includes coverage of Windows 8 and the new Windows run time (WinRT), two of the most important new features in C# 5.0. Whether you are an experienced developer looking to learn C#, or a seasoned C# programmer interested in learning the new features of C# 5.0, this book gives you just what you need to quickly get up and running writing C# 5.0 applications.