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by Wallace Wang (Author) "The whole purpose of writing a program is to make your computer do something useful ..." (more)

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Paperback: 504 pages
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; Pap/Cdr edition (21 Aug 1998)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0764503707
ISBN-13: 978-0764503702
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 18.3 x 3.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Create your own custom Visual Basic programs fast for Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT with the power and friendly object–oriented interface of Microsoft′s Visual Basic 6 with Visual Basic 6 For Dummies.

Here′s a great resource to help you
∗ Understand the art of object–oriented programming in Visual Basic
∗ Build attractive user interfaces with buttons, boxes, and scroll bars
∗ Master menus and submenus –– plus expanding, pull–down, and pop–up menus –– quickly and easily
∗ Discover how to write subprograms that everyone can share
∗ Save and retrieve information in databases like Microsoft Access
∗ Integrate your own special ActiveX controls into applications
From the fundamentals of writing BASIC code to the thrill of distributing your very own custom applications, programming expert Wallace Wang brings a fresh and humorous perspective to the world of Visual Basic in terms everyone can understand. Plus, the bonus CD–ROM that comes with Visual Basic 6 For Dummies includes all the source code and examples from the book, along with demo or trial versions of some cool VB and ActiveX programs.

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CD–ROM packed with source code and bonus demos!

All the tools you need to create good–looking user–friendly interfaces

Your first aid kit for getting the most out of Visual Basic 6 If you want to develop business applications for Windows, then Microsoft's Visual Basic 6 is the programming environment for you. Whether you choose to build your programs from scratch or use helpful wizards, this friendly guide leads the way. Handy tips help you design and debug your work so you can accomplish your goals — fast! all this on the bonus CD–ROM Trial versions of Crescent Internet ToolPak 4.1, InstallShield Express 2.02, and VBAssist 5.0 Demos of VSFLEX, VSREPORTS, VSDOCX, VSDATA, and other products from VideoSoft. 486 PC running Windows 95 or later or Windows NT 4 or later. See the CD Appendix for details and complete system requirements.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The funnest, easiest to read programming book available!!, 12 Jan 2000

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After reading this book, I felt confident that I could program, knowing that I understood each tool. This book is a great read and nothing is found to be hard to understand. All subjects are approached in an easy to understand method, which is fun! His wording isn't all boring! He makes it so simple to understand, and it covers enough topics to get you started. I'm glad I bought this book, and I recommend anyone starting out should consider this as a starting point!

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4.0 out of 5 stars This is a great start to learning VB programming., 7 Jun 1999

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Even if you have no programming experience, if you are familiar with Windows applications and their basic characteristics, you can learn a lot from this book. Minor experience with Visual Basic is a plus as this book will polish the skills you already have and teach you the logic behind object-oriented application development in terms most of us can understand. Those who have had major exposure to VB however, should not buy this book. It will not make you a VB expert.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is fantastic!, 8 April 1999

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I decided to learn VB on my own, a lot of people have, and so I took a book home from the library and started reading. I was asleep 3 minutes later. But since I had a genuine desire to learn the program I bought VB for Dummies and to my surprise the book is just fantastic. I've become a fan of the ...For Dummies books just because of this book. If you are serious about learning Visual Basic, then there is no better place to start.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book!
This book helps you in such an easy way. I've always found the 'For Dummies' series very useful but this is just fantastic. Read more

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For real programmers and serious VB developers, this is definetely far from being enough. However, for begginers in VB this is useful guide. Read more

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1.0 out of 5 stars What A Waste Of Time
This book was one of the most worthless I have ever read. Even if you have never used visual basic before, after reading this book you will still be the same as when you... Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars What a book !!!!!
A few weeks ago I was given a project written in Visual Basic to complete in 2 months. I panicked since I never programmed in Visual Basic. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic learning tool, a book that speaks in plain English
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful for beginners
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