Professional Expression Blend 3

Shows developers how to use the 3. 0 release of Microsoft Expression Blend to build rich interactive Silverlight and other applications. This title includes a chapter that introduces readers to the basic architecture and features of Expression Blend 3.

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Beginning with an introduction to the basic architecture and features of Expression Blend 3.0, this book then progresses on to a demonstration of how to use Blend 3.0 to create a simple Silver light application. You'll explore topics such as working with controls and documents, drawing in Blend, modifying and customizing controls, adding color and other visual effects, working with media, creating interactivity on the storyboard, bringing 3D to life, handling data, and more.