Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation)

$3,465

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 8 people max.
Ref: LKU159
8 people max.
$3,465
In-company rate: from $6,290 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
3 days
Onsite

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Why this program matters

  • Without mastery of WPF desktop application development, your user interfaces stay rigid and buggy, blocking any modernization of Windows software.

  • Developers lose an average of 35 % of their time fixing binding and rendering errors, or 20 000 € in added costs per average-sized project.

  • 60 % of performance incidents in desktop apps come from poor WPF resource management, exposing companies to lost customers and expensive regulatory audits.

  • Each quarter without WPF skills, your career stagnates while competitors take the market for modern, responsive solutions.

Imed BEN AMOR, Learni trainer · Development expert
Imed BEN AMOR

Learni trainer · Development expert

73%productivity gap
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Desktop Application Development training objectives

  • Understand the WPF architecture and the MVVM pattern
  • Create advanced graphical user interfaces with XAML
  • Manage user interactions and events
  • Use data binding (Data Binding) and commands
  • Apply styles, templates, and animations in applications
  • Optimize and deploy a WPF desktop application

Desktop Application Development curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : Introduction to WPF and Interface Design with XAML

Presentation of WPF, comparison with WinForms, architecture, and fundamental concepts. Discovery of the XAML language, layout organization (Grid, StackPanel, DockPanel), populating basic controls (TextBox, Button, ListBox). Practical exercises to create a first window and navigation between pages.

Module 2 : Data Binding, Commands, and Event Management

Principles of Data Binding: simple binding, multibinding, converters. Resources and data templates. Introduction to the MVVM pattern: ViewModel, ICommand, and event management. Practical work on synchronizing views and data. Implementation of custom commands and integration of user validation.

Module 3 : Styles, Templates, Animations, and Application Deployment

Creation and application of styles and shared resources. Advanced customization with control templates. Introduction to animations (Storyboard, triggers, transitions). Performance optimization, exception management, and deployment preparation. TIP: best practices for structuring a professional WPF project. Completion of a synthesis mini-project.

How Desktop Application Development skills are assessed

  • Quizzes at the beginning and end of each day
  • Completion of a mini-project evaluated by the trainer
  • Practical validation exercises throughout the training

How the Desktop Application Development course is taught

  • Alternation of theoretical courses and practical workshops
  • Access to downloadable code examples
  • Detailed pedagogical support provided to each participant

Desktop Application Development training: access and practical arrangements

The Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Desktop Application Development training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Desktop Application Development: frequently asked questions

What can participants do after Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training?+
They can understand the WPF architecture and the MVVM pattern, create advanced graphical user interfaces with XAML and manage user interactions and events. Those are the stated objectives of the Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) program at Intermediate level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Introduction to WPF and Interface Design with XAML. Day 2: Data Binding, Commands, and Event Management. Day 3: Styles, Templates, Animations, and Application Deployment. The Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training assessed?+
Assessment relies on quizzes at the beginning and end of each day, completion of a mini-project evaluated by the trainer and practical validation exercises throughout the training. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training cost per participant?+
Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training costs $3,465 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $6,290 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training?+
Good mastery of the C# language and object-oriented programming concepts.
Is a certificate issued after Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Training: Master Desktop Application Development in WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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