Munk is right, there's alot missing and usually it's what you need. The main problem with ppc programming books is they assume you already know how to program. So here are some online resources you can use.
Start with the quickstarts
http://samples.gotdotnet.com/quickstart/ for information on .net programming in general.
If you already feel comfortable with vb.net then move onto the CF quickstarts
http://samples.gotdotnet.com/quickst...pactFramework/