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Summary: Must buy if you're using web data controls
Review: > I just had to stop and take the time to tell you what a
> wonderful book this is! It is truly what it says: a Kick Start.
> It has definitely gone far in helping me keep my job.
>
> 'what I like about the book is the precise way Scott repeated
> each and every detail on each and every example;
> whereas usually you are left looking for the little pieces
> that didn't get included. I started out reading Scott's datagrid
> articles on 4guysfromRolla and went on to buy the book.
> Believe me, I have spent large chunks of change for a lot
> of books that don't even come close to this one. All of us
> ended up leaving the other books on our desks and
> carting this book home with us.
>
> You can tell by the way Scott writes that he is a real
> developer working in the real world. His examples are not
> just little teasers that don't have any use in the real
> world, but are complicated enough to be applied right online.
> I have used this book at every step in learning the
> datagrids, still am looking through it now for something someone
> requested, and have found all kinds of little tidbits that I
> didn't know I needed, but definitely used.
>
> I am using this book side-by-side with Microsoft's latest
> ASP.NET book and it doesn't even come close to Scott's.
> 'when I try to find something I need to do, I always end up
> with my nose in Scott's book. The Microsoft book (and
> several others) are sitting on my desk: they look brand new
> and untouched. Scott's book looks like it's been
> through the war; which it has!
>
> Thanks again for a great book!
Rating:
Summary: Must buy if you're using web data controls
Review: > I just had to stop and take the time to tell you what a
> wonderful book this is! It is truly what it says: a Kick Start.
> It has definitely gone far in helping me keep my job.
>
> 'what I like about the book is the precise way Scott repeated
> each and every detail on each and every example;
> whereas usually you are left looking for the little pieces
> that didn't get included. I started out reading Scott's datagrid
> articles on 4guysfromRolla and went on to buy the book.
> Believe me, I have spent large chunks of change for a lot
> of books that don't even come close to this one. All of us
> ended up leaving the other books on our desks and
> carting this book home with us.
>
> You can tell by the way Scott writes that he is a real
> developer working in the real world. His examples are not
> just little teasers that don't have any use in the real
> world, but are complicated enough to be applied right online.
> I have used this book at every step in learning the
> datagrids, still am looking through it now for something someone
> requested, and have found all kinds of little tidbits that I
> didn't know I needed, but definitely used.
>
> I am using this book side-by-side with Microsoft's latest
> ASP.NET book and it doesn't even come close to Scott's.
> 'when I try to find something I need to do, I always end up
> with my nose in Scott's book. The Microsoft book (and
> several others) are sitting on my desk: they look brand new
> and untouched. Scott's book looks like it's been
> through the war; which it has!
>
> Thanks again for a great book!
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Summary: A concise and detailed introduction to data web controls
Review: A must have book for anyone responsible for developing asp.net data-centric web applications. The book provides concise, yet in-depth details about the diverse functionality of the three major web data control objects: DataGrid, DataList, and Repeater, and when to use each within a given web application. Moreover, with numerous, step-by-step hands-on examples, this book is not only a great reference, but also a fantastic teaching tool. A terrific book for asp.net developers at all development levels.
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Summary: Excellent explaination step by step approach
Review: Another good asp.net book explaing when to use and how to use different Data web control and Binding Method in real world example. It helps me how to design for my company's interface desgin for the new .net application beside the functionality of database connection. No other .net book use the same teaching approach in such clear and detail explanation. Thanks for Scott Mitchell and his associates' work.
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Summary: Will quickly prove to be an indispensable reference
Review: ASP.NET Data Web Controls Kick Start by professional web master Scott Mitchell showcases the more advanced features of data Web controls. These controls (typically quite simple to use with respect to simple data display) are able to accomplish a great deal more than merely present data. ASP.NET Data Web Controls Kick Start will quickly prove to be an indispensable reference for every ASP.NET developer from the novice amateur to the seasoned professional.
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Summary: Should have been named Tips & Tricks for Data Controls ??
Review: ASP.Net hit me like a kid in a candy store - SO many controls and so many different things to do with them. This book has an excellent section which helps you understand which Data Web Control works best for your specific use. It covers paging, data caching, how to utilize client-side script within a databound object and lots of handy little functions when dealing with data. If you have already done a lot of work with Data Controls you can still pick up some tricks from this book - if you have not yet used Data Controls extensively then this book is a MUST HAVE.
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Summary: Blinding!
Review: DataGrid Web Control Articles are just great. They are easy to read and go into sufficient depth to be really useful instead of just skimming the surface. 11 out of 10 from me.
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Summary: ViewState is required
Review: First off this is an awesome book if you want to use the data controls that come with asp.net. There is no equal out there.
Secondly, buyer be warned. In order to use the controls you must have the ViewState enabled. What this does is increase the amount of data that needs to be sent back and forth between the server and client. This is not ideal if your writing a web site where you expect dialup users to use. The response time will be blown.
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Summary: Incredible, A must have for asp.net developers
Review: First off, if you see a book written by Scott Mitchell then just buy it. The author of this book guarantees you an incredibly written, easy to understand, and informative book. This book is no exception to the great work produced by Mitchell. This book will provide you with learning tools for asp.net data controls and real world examples. This book is the best on the market for those just learning asp.net or veterans in need of more in depth material and a reference book. If you even sometimes program in asp.net, this book should be on your shelf.
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Summary: An excellent resource for Administrators and Developers
Review: I had to develop an Administrator's Application to support a 'shopping cart' application. I found Scott Guthrie to be a valuable reference. I used DataGrids to add, edit and delete all of the apps SQL Tables. His examples in regard to this were extremely helpful. Thanks Scott. I recommend this book highly!
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