Liming notes that
WEPOS is built on Windows XP Embedded, which allows it to address the basic operating system needs for those developing point of sales/service applications. Complementing the WEPOS platform,
POS for .NET, the .NET implementation of the
Unified POS (UPOS) standard, allows developers to create a single application that supports POS devices from different equipment manufacturers.
The 238-page book, titled
Windows Embedded for Point of Service / POS for .NET Step-By-Step, consists of nine chapters with 18 different step-by-step exercises. Topics include:
- Windows Embedded for Point of Service Unattended Installation, Remote Installation, and Remote Boot
- Customizing the WEPOS Platform
- POS for .NET Architecture
- Creating and Managing Service Objects
- Several POS for .NET applications written in VB .NET and using a few POS devices such as bar code scanner, MSR, line display, cash drawer, and receipt printer.
Jane Gilson, director of Microsoft's Mobile and Embedded Devices Division, stated, "Today the Windows Embedded for Point of Service and POS for .NET platforms represent a gold standard for creating feature-rich interactive POS systems that can help drive sales and revenue while lowering costs. We're very excited about SJJ Embedded Micro Solutions' new book, which teaches POS developers how to leverage all the features and benefits of this platform, helping retailers focus on building stronger relationships with their customers instead of managing their POS systems and devices."
Author Liming, who is also managing director of SJJ, added "The new book provides a foundation for those interested in learning the basic of Windows Embedded for Point of Service and POS for .NET. The book compliments our existing line-up of Windows Embedded books. The step-by-step examples continue our philosophy of learn by doing, and address the rising educational trend for hands-on learning."
The book is available from SJJ's
online store for around $50.
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