Teach yourself how to use ADO.NET 4, the data access technology that helps you create data-focused software faster and easier. With STEP BY STEP, you set the pace -- building and practicing the skills you need, just when you need them!

Gain a firm understanding of the fundamental concepts and tools provided with ADO.NET 4.0, one feature at a time. With clear discussions and hands-on examples written in Visual Basic and C#, you'll move step-by-step through the learning process.

• Manage data and information in a database-like fashion -- without access to a database
• Connect to external data sources, including databases and other standard data formats
• Use Entity Framework to interact with underlying data stores
• Learn why LINQ is a popular tool for analyzing information retrieved by ADO.NET
• Drive information to end users by binding data directly to Windows Forms and Web Forms
• Go beyond the core functionality of ADO.NET to manipulate data in advanced ways

Your online learning resources include:

• Files for building skills and practicing the book's lessons
• Examples and code in both the Visual Basic and C# languages
• Fully searchable eBook