This programming tutorial for software developers is designed to be accessible even for people who are new to the .NET Framework. This second edition covers new features introduced in WPF 3.5, WPF 3.5 SPI, and WPF 4. Coverage includes building a WPF application, controls, features for professional developers, and rich media. Advanced topics discussed include interoperability with non-WPF technologies, custom controls, and custom panels. Examples appear in XAML and C#, and in C++/CLI for interoperability discussions. The book's layout offers code elements in different colors, color used in explanatory diagrams, and color screenshots, plus FAQ sidebars and warning boxes. Use of the book requires the .NET Framework 4.0 and Windows; the Windows Software Development Kit and Visual Studio 2010 are also recommended. Source code is available on a web site. Nathan is a software engineer. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)