christian289
@christian289
Public Skills
designing-wpf-customcontrol-architecture
by christian289
"Designs stand-alone control styles using WPF CustomControl and ResourceDictionary. Use when creating reusable custom controls or organizing control themes in Generic.xaml."
configuring-wpf-themeinfo
by christian289
"Configures ThemeInfo attribute in AssemblyInfo.cs for WPF CustomControl Generic.xaml auto-loading. Use when creating WPF Custom Control Library projects or troubleshooting missing control styles."
managing-literal-strings
by christian289
"Manages literal strings by pre-defining them as const string in C#. Use when organizing string constants, log messages, exception messages, or UI texts across the codebase."
managing-wpf-collectionview-mvvm
by christian289
"Encapsulates CollectionView in Service Layer to maintain MVVM principles in WPF. Use when implementing filtering, sorting, or grouping while keeping ViewModels free of WPF dependencies."
managing-wpf-popup-focus
by christian289
"Manages focus behavior for WPF Popup controls using PreviewMouseDown events. Use when Popup loses focus unexpectedly or needs to stay open during user interaction."
implementing-communitytoolkit-mvvm
by christian289
"Implements MVVM pattern using CommunityToolkit.Mvvm with ObservableProperty attributes. Use when building ViewModels with source generators or implementing commands in WPF."
embedding-pdb-in-exe
by christian289
"Embeds PDB debugging symbols into EXE/DLL files. Use when configuring embedded debug symbols, single-file deployment, Source Link integration, or dotnet publish settings."
formatting-culture-aware-data
by christian289
"Formats dates, numbers, and currency with culture awareness in WPF. Use when displaying localized data formats or building international applications."
creating-wpf-brushes
by christian289
"Creates WPF Brush patterns including SolidColorBrush, LinearGradientBrush, RadialGradientBrush, ImageBrush, and VisualBrush. Use when filling shapes with colors, gradients, images, or tile patterns."
configuring-dependency-injection
by christian289
"Configures Dependency Injection using Microsoft.Extensions.DependencyInjection and GenericHost. Use when setting up DI container, registering services, or implementing IoC patterns in .NET projects."
creating-wpf-vector-icons
by christian289
"Creates scalable vector icons in WPF using PathGeometry and GeometryGroup. Use when building resolution-independent icons, icon buttons, or symbol libraries."
localizing-wpf-applications
by christian289
Localizes WPF applications using resource files, x:Uid, and BAML localization. Use when building multi-language applications or supporting right-to-left layouts.
creating-graphics-in-code
by christian289
"Creates WPF graphics dynamically in C# code using Shape, PathGeometry, and PathFigure classes. Use when building charts, diagrams, or procedurally generated graphics."
implementing-wpf-rtl-support
by christian289
"Implements Right-to-Left (RTL) layout support in WPF using FlowDirection. Use when building applications for Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, or other RTL languages."
implementing-2d-graphics
by christian289
"Implements WPF 2D graphics using Shape, Geometry, Brush, and Pen classes. Use when building vector graphic UIs, icons, charts, or diagrams in WPF applications."
make-wpf-usercontrol
by christian289
"Generates WPF UserControl with XAML and code-behind. Usage: /wpf-dev-pack:make-wpf-usercontrol <ControlName> [--with-viewmodel]"
advanced-data-binding
by christian289
"Implements advanced WPF data binding patterns including MultiBinding, PriorityBinding, and complex converters. Use when combining multiple values, fallback values, or implementing complex binding scenarios."
binding-enum-command-parameters
by christian289
"Binds enum values to WPF CommandParameter using x:Static markup extension. Use when passing enum types to commands or avoiding string-based command parameter errors."
make-wpf-behavior
by christian289
"Generates WPF Behavior<T> classes using Microsoft.Xaml.Behaviors.Wpf. Usage: /wpf-dev-pack:make-wpf-behavior <BehaviorName> <TargetType>"
make-wpf-converter
by christian289
"Generates WPF IValueConverter or IMultiValueConverter classes with MarkupExtension pattern. Usage: /wpf-dev-pack:make-wpf-converter <ConverterName> [multi]"
implementing-wpf-validation
by christian289
"Implements WPF data validation using ValidationRule, IDataErrorInfo, and INotifyDataErrorInfo. Use when building forms, validating user input, or displaying validation errors in UI."
formatting-wpf-csharp-code
by christian289
Formats WPF XAML and C# code using XamlStyler and dotnet format. Generates Settings.XamlStyler and .editorconfig files automatically. Use when code formatting or style cleanup is needed.
managing-wpf-application-lifecycle
by christian289
Manages WPF Application lifecycle including Startup, Exit, SessionEnding events and single instance detection. Use when handling app initialization, shutdown, or preventing multiple instances.
handling-wpf-input-commands
by christian289
Implements WPF input handling with RoutedCommand, ICommand, CommandBinding, and InputBinding patterns. Use when creating keyboard shortcuts, menu commands, or custom command implementations.
implementing-wpf-dragdrop
by christian289
Implements WPF drag and drop functionality using DragDrop.DoDragDrop, DataObject, and drag/drop events. Use when building file drop zones, list reordering, or inter-application data transfer.
make-wpf-custom-control
by christian289
WPF CustomControl generation wizard. Specify control name and base class to auto-generate C# class and XAML style.
creating-wpf-animations
by christian289
"Creates WPF animations using Storyboard, Timeline, and EasingFunction patterns. Use when implementing UI transitions, state change visualizations, or interactive feedback effects."
authoring-wpf-controls
by christian289
"Guides decision-making for WPF control authoring including UserControl vs Control vs FrameworkElement selection. Use when creating new controls or evaluating Style/Template/Trigger alternatives."
creating-wpf-dialogs
by christian289
Creates WPF dialog windows including modal dialogs, MessageBox, and common dialogs. Use when implementing confirmation prompts, settings windows, or file/folder pickers.
checking-image-bounds-transform
by christian289
"Checks and clamps mouse coordinates within transformed image bounds in WPF. Use when implementing measurement tools or annotations that should only work inside Pan/Zoom/Rotate transformed images."
configuring-console-app-di
by christian289
"Implements dependency injection using GenericHost in .NET Console Applications. Use when building console applications that require DI, hosted services, or background tasks."
creating-wpf-flowdocument
by christian289
Creates WPF FlowDocument for rich text display with Paragraph, Table, List elements. Use when building document viewers, rich text editors, or printable reports.
managing-styles-resourcedictionary
by christian289
"Manages WPF Style definitions and ResourceDictionary patterns including BasedOn inheritance and resource merging. Use when building theme systems, organizing resources, or choosing between StaticResource and DynamicResource."
customizing-controltemplate
by christian289
"Customizes WPF control appearance using ControlTemplate with TemplateBinding and ContentPresenter. Use when completely changing control visuals, implementing state-based feedback, or TemplatedParent binding."
navigating-visual-logical-tree
by christian289
Navigates WPF Visual Tree and Logical Tree with VisualTreeHelper and LogicalTreeHelper patterns. Use when traversing elements, accessing template internals, or understanding event routing.
implementing-pubsub-pattern
by christian289
"Implements Pub-Sub patterns using System.Reactive and Channels for event-based communication in .NET. Use when building reactive applications or decoupled event-driven architectures."
implementing-repository-pattern
by christian289
"Implements the Repository pattern with Service Layer for data access abstraction in .NET. Use when separating data access logic from business logic or building testable data layers."
implementing-wpf-adorners
by christian289
Implements WPF Adorner decoration layers with AdornerLayer, AdornerDecorator, and custom Adorner patterns. Use when building drag handles, validation indicators, watermarks, selection visuals, or resize grips.
handling-async-operations
by christian289
"Implements asynchronous programming patterns using Task, ValueTask, and ConfigureAwait in .NET. Use when building non-blocking I/O operations or improving application responsiveness."
implementing-hit-testing
by christian289
"Enables mouse event reception for WPF FrameworkElement using DrawingContext by drawing transparent backgrounds. Use when custom-drawn elements don't receive mouse events."
developing-wpf-customcontrols
by christian289
"Develops WPF CustomControls using Parts and States Model best practices. Use when creating templatable controls with TemplatePart, TemplateVisualState, OnApplyTemplate, or VisualStateManager."
implementing-wpf-automation
by christian289
Implements WPF UI Automation for accessibility using AutomationPeer and AutomationProperties. Use when building accessible applications or enabling screen reader support.
mapping-viewmodel-view-datatemplate
by christian289
"Implements automatic ViewModel-View mapping using DataTemplate for navigation scenarios. Use when building dynamic content display or implementing navigation between views in WPF."
localizing-wpf-with-baml
by christian289
"Localizes WPF applications using BAML localization with x:Uid attributes and LocBaml tool. Use when building enterprise multi-language applications requiring satellite assemblies."
make-wpf-project
by christian289
"Scaffolds a complete WPF project structure with MVVM, DI, and best practices. Usage: /wpf-dev-pack:make-wpf-project <ProjectName> [--minimal --full --prism]"
displaying-slider-index
by christian289
"Displays 0-based collection indices as 1-based numbers in WPF Slider controls. Use when showing user-friendly slice/page numbers while maintaining 0-based internal indexing."
migrating-wpf-to-dotnet
by christian289
"Migrates WPF applications from .NET Framework to .NET 6+. Use when upgrading legacy WPF apps, resolving compatibility issues, or modernizing project files."
defining-wpf-dependencyproperty
by christian289
Defines WPF DependencyProperty with Register, PropertyMetadata, callbacks, and validation. Use when creating custom controls, attached properties, or properties that support data binding and styling.
implementing-io-pipelines
by christian289
"Implements high-performance streaming using System.IO.Pipelines in .NET. Use when building network protocols, parsing binary data, or processing large streams efficiently."
integrating-wpf-media
by christian289
Integrates multimedia content in WPF including MediaElement video/audio playback, Image control display, and SoundPlayerAction effects. Use when building media players, galleries, or multimedia UIs.