Using data templates

In previous recipes we showed some Person objects as strings, whether it's the ToString implementation or some specific property. Text is not the only option. Even with text, we may want to change its properties, such as fonts and colors. WPF provides a powerful way to visualize data using the concept of data templates. In this recipe, we'll see how to create and use such templates.

Getting ready

Make sure Visual Studio is up and running.

How to do it...

We'll create a simple application that shows Person objects in a more interesting way using data templates.

1. Create a new WPF Application named CH06.DataTemplates.

2. Add a new class named Person, with an Age and Name properties, similar to the previous recipe.

3. Open MainWindow.xaml. Add two rows to the grid like so:

   <Grid.RowDefinitions>
      <RowDefinition Height="Auto"/>
      <RowDefinition />
   </Grid.RowDefinitions>

4. Add a Button to the first row, with its Content bound to whatever DataContext is effective at...