Chapter 4. Visual Studio .NET Macros
The macros facility in Microsoft Visual Studio .NET is arguably one of the most compelling reasons for using the IDE. This facility exposes almost all the functionality that you can access through the automation object model, but in an easy-to-use, scriptable form.In this chapter, we'll introduce you to macros in Visual Studio .NET. We'll show you how to record macros and how to edit macro projects in the Macros IDE. We'll also show you how you can extend macros using .NET assemblies and how to share your macros with others. In addition, we'll explain how you can turn a macro project into a full-fledged Visual Studio .NET add-in, using a macro that ships with the Visual Studio .NET samples.
• Table of Contents • CD-ROM Inside Microsoft® Visual Studio® .NET 2003 By
Brian Johnson, Craig Skibo Publisher : Microsoft Press Pub Date : February 12, 2003 ISBN : 0-7356-1874-7 Pages : 576
Learn how to put all the built-in power of Microsoft® Visual Studio® .NET 2003 to work with this comprehensive, in-depth programming guide. It drills down into the internal workings of Visual Studio .NET to help you get the most out of its features, editors, and project-management capabilities. You''ll see how to extend this rich, integrated development environment to maximize your productivity for any project, no matter where you are in the development cycleor which language you use. You''ll also learn how to use macros and add-ins to simplify your work. Code examples in every chapter show you exactly what to do.