Creating an ASP.NET Web API using the Entity Framework Code First approach...
In this article, we will learn how to create an ASP.NET Web API using the Repository pattern and the Entity Framework code first approach. Essentially you’ll learn how to:1. Create a core project...
View ArticleBuilding Data-Bound Apps in Xamarin.Forms
I’m so excited to bring you this special guest post from one of our partners! Please enjoy this special cross-platform app development blog by Xamarin’s very own Nish Anil! Developers everywhere keep...
View ArticleAn Introduction to Small Multiples
In my last article I argued that there's still a place for GIFs in data visualization on the web. A GIF can be used to illustrate how a measure or measures have changed over time or vary based on a...
View ArticleDeveloper News - What's IN with the Infragistics Community? (8/3-8/9)
From Microsoft to Google, this week's developer news covers every corner of the development world! 5. Google Gave Away a $1 Million Design Guide for Free (Business to Community)4. What Programming...
View ArticleWhy Self-Service Business Intelligence is the Next Big Thing in BI?
The consumerization of IT has had a huge impact on whole areas of computing in the workplace. People now commonly use their personal devices - smart phones, tablets and even watches - to get work done....
View ArticleWhat is a prototype?
When it comes to designing a great interface for an app, website or other tool, User Experience (UX) should be at the center of everything you do. But how do you know if your navigation, display and...
View ArticleThe history of wireframing & prototyping
We’ve recently been looking a fair bit into the world of wireframes and prototypes and what they can do for the design and development process. However, we are yet to touch upon the history of this...
View ArticleHow prototyping helps the user experience
As we have seen in other posts this month on the blog, the history and techniques involved in wireframes and prototypes is a fascinating one. From pencil sketches to fully clickable (and even designed)...
View ArticleWhy developers should use rapid prototyping tools
Architects and software developers have a lot in common. Both must listen to client requirements, attempt to understand their vision, and then use their expertise to translate this into a feasible and...
View ArticleDeveloper News - What's IN with the Infragistics Community? (8/10-8/16)
Last week was super busy here at Infragistics so I'm sure it was for all of you as well! However, that doesn't stop us from bringing you the freshest news, and last week was no exception. 4. A...
View ArticleA beginner’s guide to Indigo Studio
Have you ever spent days toiling over a problem, only for someone to come say “hey, there’s a tool which helps you do that in half the time”? If you’ve never heard of Indigo Studio before, today’s post...
View ArticleWhat’s New in the Latest Version of SharePlus for Android
The latest release of SharePlus for Android comes with two new features, Favorites and Search Offline, which greatly enhance your experience with SharePlus and let you access your documents quickly and...
View ArticleWhat is www.IndigoDesigned.com
If you’ve been following our blog recently, you’ll know we posted a beginners guide to Indigo Studio not too long ago. If you haven’t already given it a look, we’d suggest that you start there, as...
View ArticleTop 5 mistakes developers make when prototyping
Any good developer knows that the prototype is an essential part of the overall product development cycle even though its features and functionality are relatively limited. Saving time and money is the...
View ArticleA Simple Introduction to the Internet of Things
The following is a guest article authored by Karthikeyan (Karthik) Anbarasan. Karthik is a Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Rockstar in India and also a Nokia Dev Champion! Today, he’s sharing with us some of...
View ArticleThe Periodic Table of .NET
Everything in our universe is made up of pieces. From a macaroni necklace to the most complex organism, we are all made up of bits and bytes, if you will. Programming is no different, especially the...
View Article12 tips to increase the performance of ASP.NET application drastically – Part 2
This post is second part of my previous post where we discussed six tips to improve the performance of ASP.NET applications. In this post, we are going to discuss six more tips that could be another...
View ArticleAre you a content hoarder?
You built your site 6 years ago and in an effort to keep it current, you have been diligent about regularly adding new and relevant content. Great job, you are not only keeping your users engaged, you...
View ArticleGetting Started with IndigoDesigned.com
In this video, we'll take a quick look at Indigodesigned.com which is our free prototype hosting service available to all Indigo Studio users. If you have the latest version of Indigo Studio installed,...
View ArticleCharts and Cycles of Time - Part 1
Our ability to get by with every-day life relies on all sorts of estimates relating to time. We estimate the time it takes to get ready in the morning and set the alarm clock accordingly. When walking...
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