Introduction to Visual Basic.NET 2008 Programming is a textbook for software developers to familiarize them with the concept of Common Language Runtime (CLR). The textbook enables the reader to understand the basic features of VB.NET. The line-by-line explanation of the source code, a unique feature of the textbook, enables the students to gain a thorough and practical understanding of the 2008 version of VB.NET. The chapters in this book are structured in a pedagogical sequence, which makes this textbook very effective in learning the features and capabilities of the software.

The following are some additional features of this book:
�    Each concept discussed in the book is exemplified by an application to clarify and facilitate better understanding.  

�    This textbook introduces the key ideas of object-oriented programming in an innovative way. The concepts are illustrated
       through best applications, covering the basic aspects of VB.NET.

�    Additional information is provided to the users in the form of notes.

�    There is an extensive use of examples, schematic representation, screen captures, tables, and programming exercises. 

Table of Contents
         Chapter 1: Overview of the .NET Framework
         Chapter 2: Variables, Operators, and Constants
         Chapter 3: Control and Loop Structures
         Chapter 4: Arrays and Procedures
         Chapter 5: Common Controls
         Chapter 6: Containers, Menus, and Toolbars
         Chapter 7: Components
         Chapter 8: Working with MDI, In-built Dialogs, and Printing Controls
         Chapter 9: Concepts of Object-Oriented Programming
         Chapter 10: Introduction to Web Forms
         Chapter 11: Working with Database
         Student Projects 
         Index

Free Teaching and Learning Resources

CADCIM Technologies provides the following free teaching and learning resources for the faculty
�  Online technical support by contacting techsupport@cadcim.com

�  All applications used in exercises and examples

�  Customizable PowerPoint presentations of all chapters in the textbook (For faculty members only)

�  Instructor�s Guide with solutions to all review questions and exercises in the textbook (For faculty members only)