Entries Tagged 'WPF' ↓

SmarterTools has released SmarterStats 4.x, the latest version of it’s web analytics tool. This release uses Silverlight for dynamic charting.

There is also a free edition available which allows you to run reporting on 1 site.

Looks like Microsoft has relaunched the Mojave Experiment website with a Silverlight front end. Initially the site was built in Flash, presumably to get as much exposure as possible when it first went live. Maybe now that the Olympics are over they feel the Silverlight plugin has enough penetration to switch to Silverlight.

The UI is nice and utilizes WPF’s DeepZoom to navigate the video windows.

Is it me or are the video playback controls a little hard to use though? If I inadvertently click in a video area the video restarts from the beginning, and the lack of a scrub bar makes this a little annoying.

Steve over at the Expression Blend and Design blog has an article and source available on animating paths in WPF. Wish I found this 2 months ago.

Source code and writeup available here

Textfyre, a Software Development company building some cool educational games in WPF, is looking for a UX/C# designer. If you’re interested in learning more visit the Textfyre website for contact information.

Sorry I haven’t posted much lately. Things have been really busy at work ..in a good way. I just wanted to take a moment to get the word out that we’re looking for a .NET web developer. Please pass this along if you know anyone who may be looking.
Thanks
-Mike

Sr. Web Developer - .NET / Silverlight

RDVO, one of Boston’s leading user experience design firms, is looking for a web developer with .NET skills to join our team. This position is responsible for developing and executing web solutions for a variety of project types, including RIA’s, complex websites and embedded product UIs.

Candidates will be able to think in terms of end-to-end UI development, and apply strategic thinking and business goals to web application structure, with a focus on usability and aesthetic values. Candidates will work closely with the UX and creative teams and will be responsible for delivering all aspects of application planning, development and deployment.

You should have extensive experience working in collaborative environments, integrating user-centered design, technology, and traditional research methods. You should enjoy working independently, taking initiative, and innovating.

At RDVO you will have the opportunity to work on projects for many ‘A list’ clients including; Microsoft, HP, Gillette, Proctor & Gamble, Monster.com, Fidelity, The Boston Red Sox, Genzyme, Kodak and many others.

We will continue to build on our Silverlight and WPF application service offerings, so an interest in developing these skills is required.

Job Description / Responsibilities:

• Be quick and eager to adapt to changing technologies; we’re looking for innovative and forward thinkers
• Organize information architecture into a solid, scalable, web application structure
• Familiar with a wide variety of web technologies and able to recommend appropriate technical approaches to solving a client’s business needs
• Able to translate designs into XHTML compliant front-end code
• Familiarity with WPF/Silverlight and XAML and the desire to develop these skills
• Posses the basic skills required to work with assets delivered in Adobe Photoshop

Requirements (Education/Experience):

• A minimum of 4-5 years of web development experience
• Technical proficiency in .NET, C#, XHTML, XML, SQL, JavaScript, Ajax
• Experience working with content management systems
• Exposure to all aspects of the web development lifecycle
• Proven skills in solving complex issues and critical thinking
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and solve problems proactively
• Demonstrated ability to work with clients, communicate persuasively, and resolve issue
• Work well in a team environment, provide mentoring to junior-level staff and communicate effectively

The following skills would be a plus:

• Candidates with experience in WPF/Silverlight/XAML will be strongly preferred
• Flash Actionscript (AS2 AS3)
• Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP (LAMP)

About RDVO:

Founded in 2000, RDVO has grown into one of the top user experience design agencies in the Northeast. A multidisciplinary digital consultancy that specializes in research, design and development, of RIA’s, complex websites and embedded product UIs.

We have provided innovative solutions for clients including Microsoft, Procter & Gamble, Monster.com, Hewlett-Packard, Eastman Kodak, Oxfam, MBTA, and Fidelity Investments. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including full medical and dental coverage and a flexible time off policy.

RDVO is located in Davis Square, Somerville.

To apply for this position send a resume, cover letter and any relevant work samples to: jobs@rdvo.com

Ars Technia has posted an article comparing the rendering speed of major browsers using GUIMark. IE7 did remarkably well, although they didn’t run the test on Vista.

Worldwide Telescope from Microsoft Research is an incredible application built on WPF. Install the application and explore the universe in 3D, it has to be seen to be believed. Download it here.

Kirupa Chinnathambi has a well put together article about modifying WPF animations in C# over on his blog. It’s an easy read and will probably be useful for designers just getting their feet wet with C#.

My agency, RDVO, is looking for .NET/Silverlight developers.

We’re a 13 person agency in Somerville MA, just outside of Boston. The work is mainly front end to middle tier web applications. Clients include; Microsoft, Gillette, Kodak and Polaroid. Types of projects include; Complex Web apps, Embedded UI for devices such as digital cameras and photo printers, and desktop application front ends (WPF)

If interested contact me