Windows Phone 8.1 Development for Beginners

"Windows Phone 8.1 Development for Beginners" is a comprehensive course designed to provide beginners with the knowledge and skills required to develop mobile applications for the Windows Phone 8.1 platform. The course covers the fundamentals of Windows Phone app development, including the tools and technologies used in the process. The course starts by introducing the Windows Phone 8.1 platform and its unique features, such as the Live Tiles, Cortana, and Action Center. The course then covers the development tools used for Windows Phone 8.1 app development, including Visual Studio 2015, the Windows Phone Emulator, and the Windows Phone Developer Center. Students learn how to install and configure the necessary tools and how to create a new project. Next, the course delves into the basics of Windows Phone app development, including the Windows Runtime (WinRT), XAML, and C#. Students learn how to create user interfaces using XAML, work with controls, and add functionality to the app using C#. Throughout the course, students work on building a sample app that demonstrates key concepts and features. The app includes a variety of components, such as the AppBar, the ListView, and the MediaElement. Students also learn how to handle user input, store data using the ApplicationData API, and implement background tasks. In addition to learning the basics of Windows Phone app development, the course also covers advanced topics, such as using sensors, implementing push notifications, and monetizing apps. Students learn how to take advantage of Windows Phone's unique capabilities to create innovative and engaging apps. By the end of the course "Windows Phone 8.1 Development for Beginners", students will have the knowledge and skills required to develop and publish their own Windows Phone 8.1 apps. They will have hands-on experience working with the tools and technologies used in the development process, and will have a solid understanding of the Windows Phone app development ecosystem. Author: Bob Tabor, Matthias Shapiro, Larry Lieberman