Compiled Data Binding Fundamentals in UWP Using XAML
Pluralsight
Course Summary
Compiled data bindings with x:Bind are faster than classical data bindings created with the Binding markup extension. This course will teach you the basics of x:Bind, including converting with functions, binding events and more.
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Course Description
At the core of developing a great performing Universal Windows Platform app with MVVM is a thorough knowledge of compiled data bindings. In Compiled Data Binding Fundamentals in UWP with XAML, you will learn the skills to build high-quality and fast responding apps. You will learn how to create compiled data bindings with the x:Bind markup extension, how to use the different binding modes, how to convert values with functions, how to cast values directly in XAML, how to use compiled data bindings in Data Templates, and finally how to replace the ICommand-properties of a ViewModel by binding events directly to methods of your ViewModel. When you're finished with this course, you will have a foundational knowledge of compiled data bindings with the x:Bind markup extension that will help you immensely as you move forward to create your own high-quality Universal Windows Platform app.
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Course Syllabus
Course Overview- 2m 1s
—Course Overview 2m 1sUsing Classical Data Binding- 20m 12s
—Introduction 4m 16s
—Course Outline 3m 10s
—The Binding Markup Extension 1m 1s
—The Data Context 3m 41s
—The Typical Scenario: Binding to a ViewModel 3m 24s
—Drawbacks of Classical Data Binding 3m 30s
—Summary 1m 7sIntroducing Compiled Data Binding- 24m 12sUnderstanding the Binding Modes- 28m 0sConverting and Casting- 30m 35sRendering Your Data- 22m 42sBinding to Commands and Events- 17m 53sBinding to Elements- 10m 54sKnowing When to Use Classical Data Bindings- 13m 12s
