Summary

The goal of the chapter was to demonstrate the steps for evolving the simple dashboard into a master dashboard with start-up scripts, navigation, controls, and dynamic objects. The chapter began with an overview of the building blocks for creating interactive and presentable Dashboard sections, including Graphics and Controls. Dashboard development tools are described in detail with an overview of the alignment, sizing, and layering toolbars. The concept of the master dashboard was introduced and dashboard navigation was presented with the methods for reducing code maintenance through the use of reflection. The chapter presented the concept of start-up scripts and the use of the Loading screen and the Home dashboard, and the chapter provided detail on embedded section linking and visibility toggling. The methods for modifying...