Visual Basic.Net for Students

If you are new to computer programming then this book is for you! Starting from scratch, it assumes no prior knowledge of programming and is written in a simple, direct style for maximum clarity. Visual Basic .NET is a fully-fledged object-oriented language, supporting encapsulation, single inheritance and polymorphism. Moreover, Visual Basic .NET is elegant and consistent, which makes it easier to learn, easier to use and more robust. In addition it encourages the use of good programming style. Key features The authors approach the teaching of object-oriented programming by introducingnew ideas carefully one at a time, rather than all at once. Simple ideas are discussed early, and then incorporated into a more sophisticated context later on The book contains early coverage of object-oriented concepts in line with current teaching practice Graphics are used from the start to promote interest and enjoyment Topics are explained using a wide variety of applications as examples, such as information systems, games and scientific calculations UML diagrams are used throughout the text End-of-chapter pedagogy includes self-test questions, exercises, 'programming principles' and 'programming pitfalls' The companion website at www.booksites.net /bell contains the code of all the programs in the book, a discussion forum and additional resources for instructors. Douglas Bell and Mike Parr lecture at Sheffield Hallam University in the UK. They have written a number of programming books, including the bestselling Java for Students, 3rd edition, and continue to teach and learn about programming with enthusiasm.Bell, Douglas is the author of 'Visual Basic.Net for Students', published 2003 under ISBN 9780201742053 and ISBN 0201742055.