ASP.NET Web Development Tools

ASP.NET

ASP.NET is framework created by Microsoft. It uses object-oriented programming languages to create Web and desktop applications. It also integrates with other Microsoft data management tools. The ability to quickly link a Web page to a database significantly increases development speed. Microsoft creates its own ASP.NET tools, but you can also use other design applications to edit existing .NET code or write new programs.

The premier program for developing .NET applications is Visual Studio. At the time of publication, the most recent version of the software is Visual Studio 2010. It is designed to develop with the .NET framework and integrate seamlessly with other Microsoft technologies. In addition, it incorporates design features, such as IntelliTrace, a code hinting aid, and an architecture guide, which will assist in developing the structure of your data-driven application.

Data applications require a location to store the data. Microsoft SQL Server is a utility that helps manage your data tables and queries. It installs directly into your server and incorporates a program to simplify the data storage process. Visual Studio was designed to work in conjunction with SQL Server. By using the programs together, you can quickly connect to one another, and with a few simple clicks, display a data table or develop an online form.

You do not necessarily have to use Visual Studio to edit a .NET program. Other HTML editors, such as Adobe Dreamweaver, allow you to edit other frameworks and technologies. With Dreamweaver, you can go in and alter the structure of an existing .NET application. Dreamweaver is a more affordable program. Its affordability and ease of use makes it a good option for someone who is looking to start out in .NET, or to alter existing .NET code. In addition, you can user other server-side languages to connect to Microsoft SQL Server or other data management tools.