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Enumerate and Host Control Panel Applets using C#.

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15 Feb 200424 min read 99K   2.5K   56  
Demonstrates how to enumerate and host Windows Control Panel Applets using C# and unmanaged C++.
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Senior Application Developer specializing in Windows desktop and network development.

Professional Experience
- B.S. of Computer Science (Graduated 2001 - PSU)
- Senior Application Developer (8+ yrs)
- Microsoft Certified Professional

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- C#, C++, HTML, Javascript
- XML, ASP.NET, Web Services, SOAP, UDDI
- Socket programming and anything network related
- Reflection, Serialization, and Plugin Frameworks
- Owner-drawn controls and GDI+ goodness

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