Chapter 1. Introducing Microsoft Visual Basic 2008 Express Edition

Maybe you've decided to try programming and find yourself with this book. If that's the case, you've come to the right place. This book is all about introducing you to the art, science, and joys of creating software for Microsoft Windows—yes, the same Microsoft Windows you probably use every day. Throughout the book, I'll show you how to build applications that are similar to many of the applications you use on a regular basis, such as your Internet browser, your word processor, your e-mail software, and your personal finance application. You're probably wondering how you could possibly do this with no programming experience. Don't worry. By the time you finish this book, you'll ...

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