Visual Basic®.NET Programming

With the introduction of Visual Basic .NET, VB is now a complete object–orientedlanguage, letting programmers access the full power of the Windows platform whileenabling them to build reliable and robust web solutions.
Itdoesn’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 versionand offers a comprehensive introduction to Windows and web applicationdevelopment. From language fundamentals to ADO.NET, XML, and Web Services, HaroldDavis’s thoughtful approach emphasizes meaningful tasks that tie in withVB.NET’s principal strengths. For example, you’ll learn to build aWeb Service, implement XML support, and use object–orientedtechniques—without getting mired in theory but also without sacrificing theunderstanding you need to apply your skills in new situations.
Much ofthe book is devoted to Windows application development, covering new ways toprogram standard elements, as well as emphasizing Visual Basic’s newprogramming features. Want to build a desktop program with an oval interface?Want to create robust class libraries, components, and controls? Implementprinting as a program feature? Start and stop a service? Every chapter providessolid examples that will help you learn the language and, more importantly,create effective applications with it.


Spis treści:
Introduction.
Chapter 1: Understanding Visual Basic .NET.
Chapter 2: Introducing Projects, Forms, and Buttons.
Chapter 3: Building a User Interface.
Chapter 4: Working with Windows Form Properties.
Chapter 5: Events and the Life Cycle of Forms.
Chapter 6: Working with Form Methods and Modules.
Chapter 7: Working with Windows Forms Controls.
Chapter 8: Adding StatusBars, ToolBars, ToolTips, and Tabbed Dialogs.
Chapter 9: Working with Common Dialogs.
Chapter 10: Using Timers, EventLogs, and ServiceControllers.
Chapter 11: Creating Menus.
Chapter 12: Printing from an Application.
Chapter 13: Errors, Exceptions, and Debugging.
Chapter 14: Using the Object Browser.
Chapter 15: Object–Oriented Programming in VB .NET.
Chapter 16: Creating Windows Controls.
Chapter 17: Working with Data and ADO.NET.
Chapter 18: Working with XML.
Chapter 19: Building ASP.NET Web Applications.
Chapter 20: Deploying Applications.
Appendix A: Using VB .NET¿s Help System.
Appendix B: Migrating Applications from VB6 to VB .NET.
Appendix C: Key Syntax Differences Between VB6 and VB .NET.
Appendix D: VB .NET Keywords.
Appendix E: Selected VB .NET Namespaces and Classes.
Index.

Nota biograficzna:
Harold Davis is a software development consultant and writer, who has established a strong reputation for his clearly written introductory technical books. He is the author of the best–selling Visual Basic 6: Visual QuickStart Guide from Peachpit, as well as books on Linux, Delphi, and web development. He had a previous career as a professional photographer, so he is that rare combination of techie and artist.

Okładka tylna:
With the introduction of Visual Basic .NET, VB is now a complete object–orientedlanguage, letting programmers access the full power of the Windows platform whileenabling them to build reliable and robust web solutions.
Itdoesn’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 versionand offers a comprehensive introduction to Windows and web applicationdevelopment. From language fundamentals to ADO.NET, XML, and Web Services, HaroldDavis’s thoughtful approach emphasizes meaningful tasks that tie in withVB.NET’s principal strengths. For example, you’ll learn to build aWeb Service, implement XML support, and use object–orientedtechniques—without getting mired in th eory but also without sacrificing theunderstanding you need to apply your skills in new situations.
Much ofthe book is devoted to Windows application development, covering new ways toprogram standard elements, as well as emphasizing Visual Basic’s newprogramming features. Want to build a desktop program with an oval interface?Want to create robust class libraries, components, and controls? Implementprinting as a program feature? Start and stop a service? Every chapter providessolid examples that will help you learn the language and, more importantly,create effective applications with it.