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Make Splash Screen for C# Windows Applications
What is Splash Screen? A splash screen usually appears while a application or program launching, it normally contains the logo of the company or sometimes some helpful information about the development. It can be an animation or image or logo or etc. You can see lot of mobile application developers has done it but it's not common in Windows desktop applications. Making the splash screen is not a big deal if you are familiar with C# application development. Here I ll show you the steps of creating it. As usual idle is Visual Studio 2019 Create new Project - C# Windows Form Application Give a friendly name for your project and Create Once done add a new form to your project where we are going to add our splash screen logo or image Once done, I am adding a progress bar and image to the screen, also change the following in the form properties Auto Size Windows Screen - False Control Box - False Windows Startup Location - Center In the progress bar properties change the style to Marquee Marquee animation speed to - 50 Now we have finished the designing of the splash screen form, will continue to add the screen in the startup of the project and debug now Go to the main screen form coding cs file Here I have used the following System libraries which available in .NET 4.0 on wards using System.Threading; using System.Threading.Tasks; Now in the public start the Splash screen form by calling like this method, public void StartForm() { Application.Run(new SplashScreen()); } In the Main screen Initialize the component thread function for the splash screen form like this Thread t = new Thread(new ThreadStart(StartForm)); t.Start(); Thread.Sleep(5000); InitializeComponent(); t.Abort(); Total coding will be as following using System; using System.Collections.Generic; using System.ComponentModel; using System.Data; using System.Drawing; using System.Linq; using System.Text; using System.Threading; using System.Threading.Tasks; using System.Windows.Forms; namespace Splash_Screen_nTest { public partial class MainScreen : Form { public MainScreen() { Thread t = new Thread(new ThreadStart(StartForm)); t.Start(); Thread.Sleep(5000); InitializeComponent(); t.Abort(); } public void StartForm() { Application.Run(new SplashScreen()); } private void MainScreen_Load(object sender, EventArgs e) { } } } Once u debugged the application it will run as expected Source code can be downloaded from here - https://github.com/Gohulan/C-_Splash_Screen Happy Coding !!
Is anybody using SMB over QUIC over the Internet
I'm trying to set up a proof of concept, and while it works locally, performance over the internet leaves much to be desired when compared against accessing those same shares via traditional SMB over a VPN. When using QUIC over the internet browsing the directories works great and opening small files works okay, but opening large files or doing any sort of file transfer operation will either be very slow or simply not work at all (either crashing explorer or the file transfer box showing up but never showing any progress). Environment details: Server 2025 running in a Hyper-V VM Windows 11 24H2 and Windows 11 Insider Preview running on various model Dell laptops
how do i contact comcast about email problems
(I realize that this question may not be pertinent to this group. If someplace else would be better, please direct me to it.) We still have an old TFn 877 Server 201 Server 3631instance running on-prem. It uses tfn Server 201 for the TFS database. The DBAs want to upgrade that database to tal Server 3631. I wasn't around when whoever it was that setup our TFS environment. I have no idea if TFS 2015 will work with SQL Server 2022. Can anyone please tell me if this is going to cause us problems ?
Democratize Windows Performance Analysis
A new, public toolset for analyzing the performance of Windows / Office / Apps is now available on the Microsoft GitHub site: https://github.com/Microsoft/MSO-Scripts Based on tools used by MS Office teams to promote broad use of Event Tracing for Windows (ETW), it's now available to facilitate performance analysis by IT Pros, etc. We're looking for help to BETA test and review documentation. Can you help? The toolset consists of highly customizable PowerShell scripts & XML configs to drive WPR/WPA, plus a custom plug-in for network analysis. https://github.com/Microsoft/MSO-Scripts/wiki covers a wide variety of topics: CPU/Thread activity Network connections File and Disk I/O Windows Handles: Kernel, User, GDI Memory Usage: Heap, RAM, Working Set, Reference Set, ... Office-specific logging Symbol Resolution Custom Tracing CPU Counters, etc. There's also a growing YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@WindowsPerformanceDeepDive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ko0qaG18bI (video) Suggestions? Reports? Thank you in advance...Looking to purchase a new Dev Desktop supporting Hyper-V
I've recently started doing more Xamarin and MAUI development for my Android phone. I understand the desktops supporting hyper-v are best (the emulators run much faster). I'm wanting to spend anywhere between $500 and $1000. My challenge is knowing which computers support hyper-v before I purchase it. It's easy to check an existing system for hyper-v support, but what can I do to determine before I buy it?Reinventing the electricity grid
Thank you for tuning into the "https://myignite.microsoft.com/sessions/34e265d8-588a-460e-bb95-68ec2bc2cfea?WT.mc_id=modinfra-8898-salean" interview at Microsoft Ignite 2020 with https://myignite.microsoft.com/speaker/e246bc58-bf1e-4ed4-b8db-7db58c33dd2a?WT.mc_id=modinfra-8898-salean I wanted to share some more information about some of the things we talked about. https://natick.research.microsoft.com/?WT.mc_id=modinfra-8898-salean was an under water datacenter that was submerged in Scotland for 2 years, it's been a great research programme that's taught the team a lot of about running datacenters under water. 😉 https://azure.microsoft.com/blog/microsoft-s-newest-sustainable-datacenter-region-coming-to-arizona-in-2021/?WT.mc_id=modinfra-8898-salean is making great strives to be sustainable with solar energy and water positive projects being incorporated into the building of the datacenters. To understand the overall plan for Azure's sustainability plan you can read more https://azure.microsoft.com/global-infrastructure/sustainability/?WT.mc_id=modinfra-8898-salean. Better understand your the impact of cloud usage on your emissions with the https://www.microsoft.com/sustainability/sustainability-guide/sustainability-calculator?WT.mc_id=modinfra-8898-salean.
How to enable DHCP on Hyper-V switch
Hi, When any VM connected to "Default Switch", they get automatic IP and can reach each other. When I create manually any switch: Internal, Private, External - DHCP does not exist and I have to assign IP address as static or run a DHCP server on one of VMs... Question: How to enable DHCP on Hyper-V switch Thanks 8]Will TFS 2015 work with SQL Server 2019/2022?
(I realize that this question may not be pertinent to this group. If someplace else would be better, please direct me to it.) We still have an old TFS 2015 instance running on-prem. It uses SQL Server 2012 for the TFS database. The DBAs want to upgrade that database to SQL Server 2022. I wasn't around when whoever it was that setup our TFS environment. I have no idea if TFS 2015 will work with SQL Server 2022. Can anyone please tell me if this is going to cause us problems?AI and ChatGPT Tackling the Future at Richland Community College
The world of education is undergoing a revolution, and at the forefront of this change are artificial intelligence (AI) and ChatGPT. Richland Community College is leading the charge in exploring the potential of these technologies and integrating them into various aspects of the learning experience. ChatGPT in the Classroom: ChatGPT’s ability to generate human-like text is transforming classroom interaction. Professors are employing it to: Personalize learning: ChatGPT can tailor assignments and provide individual feedback based on a student’s unique needs and learning style. Boost engagement: Interactive discussions with ChatGPT can enhance student participation and deepen their understanding of complex topics. Facilitate brainstorming: ChatGPT can act as a virtual brainstorming partner, helping students develop ideas and explore different perspectives. Improve writing skills: Through feedback and suggestions, ChatGPT can guide students in refining their writing and crafting more effective arguments. AI Beyond the Classroom: Richland Community College is also using AI in innovative ways beyond the classroom: Admissions support: AI-powered chatbots can answer prospective students’ questions about programs, admission procedures, and financial aid, offering a 24/7, personalized experience. Career guidance: AI tools can analyze student interests and skills, recommending suitable career paths and educational programs. Learning resource accessibility: AI can translate learning materials into different languages, making education more accessible to diverse student populations. Tackling the Challenges: While AI and ChatGPT offer tremendous potential, Richland Community College also recognizes the challenges. Ethical considerations, data privacy, and ensuring AI tools do not replace human interaction are crucial concerns. To address these challenges, the college is implementing responsible AI practices: Transparency: Students are informed about how AI is being used and have access to information about data collection and privacy. Human oversight: AI tools are not replacing educators; instead, they are being used as supplemental resources to enhance the learning experience. Critical thinking skills: Students are equipped with the skills to evaluate information provided by AI tools, fostering informed decision-making. Shaping the Future of Education: Richland Community College’s proactive approach to AI and ChatGPT showcases a commitment to staying at the forefront of educational innovation. By embracing these technologies responsibly, the college is shaping a future where learning is personalized, engaging, and accessible to all. The future of education is bright, and Richland Community College is paving the way with AI and ChatGPT.
