Smart Client Architecture and Design Guide

by Microsoft Corp.

Get expert, pragmatic guidance on how to design and build smart client solutions that combine the benefits of traditional, rich-client applications with the manageability of thin clients. Software architects and developers will learn how to evaluate whether a smart client solution is appropriate for their client architecture, and get practical recommendations on how to deal with the design and technical challenges associated with building smart clients solutions using Microsoft® Windows® Forms technology in the Microsoft .NET Framework. Topics include handling data, connecting to the back end, offline functionality, security features, multithreading, deployment, and performance. PATTERNS & PRACTICES guides are reviewed and approved by Microsoft engineering teams, consultants, partners, and customers—delivering accurate, real-world information that’s been technically validated and tested.

224 pages, Paperback

First published September 15, 2004

About the author

Microsoft Corporation is a multinational technology company. It was founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, and it is currently headquartered in Redmond WA. It is the largest software company by revenue.

Reviews

[Sandeep · Rating 3 out of 5]

Okie dokie, considering its a decade+ old. Some of the things appear to be outdated!
A re-read for me.

Cheers,