APIReference
Type name: APIReference
Extends TechArticle
Name |
Type |
Description |
assembly |
Text |
Library file name e.g., mscorlib.dll, system.web.dll. |
assemblyVersion |
Text |
Associated product/technology version. e.g., .NET Framework 4.5. |
programmingModel |
Text |
Indicates whether API is managed or unmanaged. |
targetPlatform |
Text |
Type of app development: phone, Metro style, desktop, XBox, etc. |
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Last updated 2024-09-03 UTC.
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