Synopses & Reviews
PROGRAMMING WITH MICROSOFT VISUAL BASIC 2010, FIFTH EDITION by the best-selling author, Diane Zak, is designed for a first course in programming. Using the most recent version of the software, Visual Basic 2010, this book teaches individuals how to use Visual Basic applications as they would in a real world setting. Students with no previous programming experience learn how to plan and create their own interactive Windows applications. GUI design skills and object-oriented programming concepts are emphasized throughout the book.
About the Author
Prolific author and respected professional, Diane Zak continues to provide an inspiring and uncomplicated learning experience for students through her widely popular programming books. Recognized for their unique, readable, and friendly style, each book reflects Zak's knowledge of student needs and her extensive understanding of computer programming and its use in business today. Each book is carefully crafted with the modern student in mind. Diane Zak holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems, a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, and a Master of Arts degree in Adult and Continuing Education. She has taught at various computer training centers and most recently served as professor at College of DuPage in Illinois.
Table of Contents
An Overview of Programming. 1: An Introduction to Visual Basic 2010. 2: Designing Applications. 3: Using Variables and Constants. 4: The Selection Structure. 5: More on the Selection Structure. 6: The Repetition Structure. 7: Sub and Function Procedures. 8: String Manipulation. 9: Arrays. 10: Structures and Sequential Access Files. 11: Classes and Objects. 12: Web Applications. 13: Working with Access Databases and LINQ. 14: Access Databases and SQL. Appendix A: Locating Syntax and Logic Errors. Appendix B: GUI Design Guidelines. Appendix C: Visual Basic Type Conversion Functions. Appendix D: Windows Presentation Foundation Forms.