In this chapter, you will be introduced to ArcGIS Runtime. ArcGIS Runtime is a powerful mapping Software Developer Kit (SDK) that allows you to create native apps on many platforms, such as Windows, iOS, and Android, using a variety of languages, such as .NET, Java SE, Objective-C, and C++ with Qt. The purpose of the chapter is to take you on a tour of ArcGIS Runtime and show you how to build an app using the ArcGIS Runtime SDK for .NET.
In summary, the following topics will be discussed:
Providing high-level examples of the use of ArcGIS Runtime
Language choices
A little history of the development tools of Esri (www.esri.com)
Native apps across the broader market
Types of mapping apps
The architecture of ArcGIS Runtime
Areas where ArcGIS Runtime fits within the Esri platform
Installation steps of the ArcGIS Runtime SDK for .NET
Building your first app with ArcGIS Runtime
Configuring, testing, and structuring your app