Description
In choosing to start programming with Visual Basic you have made an excellent choice – the Visual Basic programming language offers the easiest way to write programs for Windows. This means you can easily create your own programs to give maximum control over your computer, and automate your work to be more productive. Also, programming with Visual Basic is fun!
Like other programming languages, Visual Basic comprises a number of significant “keywords” and a set of syntax rules. Beginners often find its syntax simpler than other programming languages, making Visual Basic a popular first choice to learn.
Although writing programs can be complex, Visual Basic makes it easy to get started. You can choose how far to go. Another advantage of Visual Basic is that it works with Microsoft Office applications, and with the Windows Script Host within the Windows operating system – so the possibilities are immense.
•Visual Basic (VB) – quite simply the best programming language for the novice or hobbyist to begin creating their own standalone Windows applications, fast.
•Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) – an implementation of Visual Basic that is built into all Microsoft Office applications. It runs within a host, rather than as a standalone application.
•Visual Basic Script (VBScript) – a derivative of Visual Basic that can be used for Windows scripting.
Contents
1 Getting started
2 Setting properties
3 Using controls
4 Learning the language
5 Building an application
6 Solving problems
7 Extending the interface
8 Scripting with Visual Basic
9 Harnessing data
10 Employing databases