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Chapter 13. Data Binding

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• Data Sources

• Binding to an Element

• Using Data Context

• CLR Data Binding

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One of the areas that can sometimes be frustrating for new users is that of data binding. There are some conceptual hurdles to get over when working in Blend and until you understand the flow of objects and how they can be bound, you will most likely run around in circles, at the very least where binding to a CLR (Common Language Runtime) object is concerned.

Data binding in Expression Blend is for the most part quick and simple, made possible by the excellent wizards that Blend provides, taking most of the hassles out of even thinking about your source details. Where most people tend to struggle naturally ...