Visual Basic.Net Programming

By Harold Davis and Mark Ridgeway

With the introduction of Visual Basic .NET, VB is now a complete object-oriented language, letting programmers access the full power of the Windows platform while enabling them to build reliable and robust web solutions. It doesn't matter if you're new to programming or just to VB.NET, Visual Basic .NET Programming gets you up and running with the new version and offers a comprehensive introduction to Windows and web application development. From language fundamentals to ADO.NET, XML, and Web Services, Harold Davis's thoughtful approach emphasizes meaningful tasks that tie in with VB.NET's principal strengths. For example, you'll learn to build a Web Service, implement XML support, and use object-oriented techniques--without getting mired in theory but also without sacrificing the understanding you need to apply your skills in new situations. Much of the book is devoted to Windows application development, covering new ways to program standard elements, as well as emphasizing Visual Basic's new programming features. Want to build a desktop program with an oval interface? Want to create robust class libraries, components, and controls? Implement printing as a program feature? Start and stop a service? Every chapter provides solid examples that will help you learn the language and, more importantly, create effective applications with it.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0782140386
• ISBN13: 9780782140385
• Release Date: April 2002
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Length: 608 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 7.5" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Excellenct resource for beginning programmer

I have finished reading this book for a long time, but I still use it with the task at my office. Now I design my database application using VB.NET as the interface. Whether this book guide in overall concept but the explaination style is very good and easy to uderstand. I recommend this book for the other people who want to learn VB.NET from the beginner should try to use this book.

A Special Treat

I have been programming since IBM produced the 7090/7094, with the first symbolic assembler/compiler. I have not completely adapted to object oriented programming yet (but am commited to modular, well-documented code that avoids arbitrary assumptions that prevent smooth future growth).The first time I got one of Harold Davis' books, I was impressed: "Finally, a book for programmers that is really accessible!" I was tired of voluminous books of "how to"s that did not provide a good conceptual structure. (Some of us need that to help the memory, and sense of mastery.)He writes in an easy-to understand style in which the basic concepts are included along with the clear and straightforward "how to"s. It is clearly a book suitable for beginners and for experienced, moderately advanced, programmers at the same time. (Something I formerly did not believe was possible.) As one reads and occassionally rereads the material, it becomes evident that the content is really quite dense. One can read simply, follow the instructions - that are clear and easy to follow - and, if a deeper understanding is desired, then go back and re-read the material, more slowly. It is all there.In this latest book, he has brought this style to a very fine level. I was intending to "retire" with Visual Studio 6. After, reading the first few chapters of this book, I am eager to take his "journey" into VB .net.

Comprehensive and practical - what a concept!

A comprehensive introduction to Windows and web application development, this book gets you up and running with VB.NET by emphasizing practical tasks that utilize VB.NET's principal strengths. A very attractive package, and written bin a very approachable style.

An Old Programmer Learns Something New

I've been writing programs since the old days before there were compilers, before there were even assemblers. With each new lurch in the technology, I ask myself: "Can I keep up?" When it comes to visual programming under Windows, I've learned to turn to the books by Harold Davis for clear, pleasant, literate explanations. This new book, helping us programmers to master VB in the .net environment, is his best yet. It has brought me up to speed without pain. Highly recommended.

Just bought two more for my team

Easy to understand with useful, practical examples. Not overloaded with theory. Doesn't waste time on the exotic intricacies of features that will rarely be used. Good explanation of the new XML functionality and on building ASP.NET applications for the Web. I originally bought this book because I liked the previous VB6 book by Davis, and I'm happy I did.