Windows 10 Development Recipes: A Problem-Solution Approach in HTML and JavaScript

by Senthil Kumar, Lohith Goudagere Nagaraj, Pathik Rawal

This book is a practical guide to solving the everyday problems
encountered when building apps for Windows 10 devices, including
desktops, laptops, tablets, and phones, using HTML5, CSS3 and
JavaScript.

Each recipe includes a concise statement of the
problem and the approach you should take in order to solve it. A full
code solution is also given, along with an in-depth explanation, so you
can build on your development knowledge while you work on your
application.

The majority of recipes can be used with the
Universal Windows app template, designed to help you build one
consistent user experience across devices. These are supplemented with
recipes for adapting your app to different devices, screen sizes and
sensor availability. You'll also find out how to deploy and publish your
apps in the Windows Store.

Learn how to:

Make use of the latest Universal Windows app features, alongside customizations for specific platforms and screen sizes. Bring your apps to life with live tiles, notifications, and sharing. Prepare
your app to adapt to your users' different cultural and business
environments using globalization and localization APIs and best
practices. Understand the certification process and publish your app to the Windows Store, with the option to pay once, install anywhere.

This
book is suitable for anyone developing for Windows and Windows Mobile.
Readers should be comfortable working with HTML and JavaScript. No
previous experience with Microsoft technologies or languages is needed
in order to use this book.

643 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 30, 2015