Visual Basic and Algorithmic Thinking for the Complete Beginner
Master Visual Basic and Algorithmic Thinking: From Fundamentals to Advanced Concepts
- 976 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Visual Basic and Algorithmic Thinking for the Complete Beginner
Master Visual Basic and Algorithmic Thinking: From Fundamentals to Advanced Concepts
About this book
Explore the essentials of computer programming and algorithmic thinking with Visual Basic. This comprehensive course is designed for beginners to master the core concepts and practical applications.
Key Features
- Comprehensive coverage of Visual Basic and algorithms with practical exercises and examples
- Introduction to programming fundamentals, & in-depth exploration of advanced structures
- Introduction to arrays, subprograms, and object-oriented programming
Book Description
This course begins with a fundamental overview of how computers operate, setting a solid foundation for your learning. You'll then delve into the essentials of Visual Basic, exploring integrated development environments and necessary software packages. As you progress, you'll tackle basic algorithmic concepts, variables, constants, and how to handle input and output efficiently. Moving forward, the course introduces you to control structures, starting with sequence control, and advancing through various decision structures, including single, dual, and multiple-alternative decisions. You'll gain practical experience with flowcharts and decision-making processes, equipping you with the skills to manage complex programming scenarios. The latter part of the course focuses on loop control structures, both simple and nested, and teaches you to implement them effectively through practical exercises and flowcharts. Finally, you'll explore advanced topics such as data structures, including one-dimensional and two-dimensional arrays, and dictionaries. The course also covers subprograms and object-oriented programming, ensuring you have a comprehensive understanding of Visual Basic. With a practical approach, this course is designed to build your confidence in programming, enabling you to tackle real-world problems with ease.
What you will learn
- Understand how computers work and the basics of Visual Basic
- Install and configure essential software packages
- Use variables, constants, and handle input/output effectively
- Apply operators and create trace tables
- Implement sequence, decision, and loop control structures
- Explore object-oriented programming and file handling
Who this book is for
This course is ideal for a wide range of learners. Complete beginners with no prior programming experience will find it particularly beneficial, as it starts from the basics and builds up gradually. High school and college students looking to strengthen their understanding of programming fundamentals will also benefit from this comprehensive guide. Additionally, professionals from non-technical fields who wish to acquire programming skills for career advancement or personal interest will find the course accessible and rewarding.
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Table of contents
- Table of Contents
- Preface
- Part I Introductory Knowledge
- Part II Getting Started with Visual Basic
- Part III Sequence Control Structures
- Part IV Decision Control Structures
- Part V Loop Control Structures
- Part VI Data Structures in Visual Basic
- Part VII Subprograms
- Part VIII Object-Oriented Programming
- Part IX Files
- Some Final Words from the Author
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