Visual Basic .NET Programming Tutorial

Author: Tang Yao et al.
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Publish Date: 2004-04-01
Features: How many people worldwide use Visual Basic for programming development? Microsoft probably doesn't know, but no one doubts the vast number of Visual Basic users. I believe this is also one reason why Microsoft continues to favor Visual Basic in its .NET strategy. The book features clear language, abundant examples, and a step-by-step approach in its content organization, comprehensively and meticulously introducing the basic methods and techniques of Visual Basic .NET programming. First, Chapters 1, 2, and 3 explain the configuration of the development environment and the syntax fundamentals of Visual Basic. Then, Chapters 4 and 5 highlight the .NET Framework and object-oriented technology, laying a solid foundation for readers' subsequent programming and establishing a strong concept of component-based programming. Chapters 6-14 cover various topics and techniques, including error handling, form development, GDI+ graphics development, custom controls, disk file access, and database development. The book provides numerous source code examples that can be directly used in readers' programming practice. This book can serve as a computer textbook for undergraduate majors, a reference for intermediate readers with some programming experience who need to quickly familiarize themselves with Visual Basic .NET, and is also suitable for readers self-studying Visual Basic .NET.