The Shelly Cashman Series® offers the finest textbooks in computer education. This
Microsoft Visual Basic 2008 book utilizes an innovative step-by-step pedagogy, which
integrates demonstrations of professional-quality programs with in-depth discussions
of programming concepts and techniques and opportunities for hands-on practice
and reinforcement. The popular Guided Program Development section supports
students as they work independently to create useful, realistic, and appealing
applications, building their confidence and skills while guiding them to select appropriate
Visual Basic 2008 programming methods. Online Reinforcement boxes direct
students to online videos that show how to perform a series of steps. Other marginal
elements, such as In the Real World boxes, provide expert tips to add interest and
depth to topics. A robust and varied collection of exercises, including a series of
practical case-based programming projects, ensures students gain the knowledge and
expertise they need to succeed when developing professional programs.
Visual Basic 2008 builds on the features of Visual Basic 2005, which was the
most significant upgrade of this programming language since the introduction of
Visual Basic. Some of the major enhancements to Visual Basic 2008 include rapid
application development tools, new compiler features, improved IntelliSense features
to increase productivity, and a more helpful debugging experience. Using Visual Basic
2008, you can design, create, and deploy Windows, Mobile,Web, Database, and
Office applications. Visual Studio 2008 includes several productivity enhancements
including IntelliSense tools, new and updated project types, improved ClickOnce
deployment, greater XML integration, expanded sample applications, and more.