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Visual Basic and Algorithmic Thinking for the Complete Beginner

Master Visual Basic and Algorithmic Thinking: From Fundamentals to Advanced Concepts

Publisher:Packt Publishing Limited
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|Jul 2024

Explore the essentials of computer programming and algorithmic thinking with Visual Basic. This comprehensive course is designed for beginners to master the core concepts and practical applications.

Key Features

  • Comprehensive coverage of Visual Basic and algorithms with practical exercises and examples
  • Introduction to programming fundamentals, & in-depth exploration of advanced structures
  • Introduction to arrays, subprograms, and object-oriented programming

Book Description

This course begins with a fundamental overview of how computers operate, setting a solid foundation for your learning. You'll then delve into the essentials of Visual Basic, exploring integrated development environments and necessary software packages. As you progress, you'll tackle basic algorithmic concepts, variables, constants, and how to handle input and output efficiently.

Moving forward, the course introduces you to control structures, starting with sequence control, and advancing through various decision structures, including single, dual, and multiple-alternative decisions. You'll gain practical experience with flowcharts and decision-making processes, equipping you with the skills to manage complex programming scenarios. The latter part of the course focuses on loop control structures, both simple and nested, and teaches you to implement them effectively through practical exercises and flowcharts.

Finally, you'll explore advanced topics such as data structures, including one-dimensional and two-dimensional arrays, and dictionaries. The course also covers subprograms and object-oriented programming, ensuring you have a comprehensive understanding of Visual Basic. With a practical approach, this course is designed to build your confidence in programming, enabling you to tackle real-world problems with ease.

What you will learn

  • Understand how computers work and the basics of Visual Basic
  • Install and configure essential software packages
  • Use variables, constants, and handle input/output effectively
  • Apply operators and create trace tables
  • Implement sequence, decision, and loop control structures
  • Explore object-oriented programming and file handling

Who this book is for

This course is ideal for a wide range of learners. Complete beginners with no prior programming experience will find it particularly beneficial, as it starts from the basics and builds up gradually. High school and college students looking to strengthen their understanding of programming fundamentals will also benefit from this comprehensive guide. Additionally, professionals from non-technical fields who wish to acquire programming skills for career advancement or personal interest will find the course accessible and rewarding.

Table of Contents

  1. How a Computer Works
  2. Visual Basic and Integrated Development Environments
  3. Software Packages to Install
  4. Introduction to Basic Algorithmic Concepts
  5. Variables and Constants
  6. Handling Input and Output
  7. Operators
  8. Trace Tables
  9. Using Visual Studio Community
  10. Introduction to Sequence Control Structures
  11. Manipulating Numbers
  12. Complex Mathematical Expressions
  13. Exercises With a Quotient and a Remainder
  14. Manipulating Strings
  15. Making Questions
  16. The Single-Alternative Decision Structure
  17. The Dual-Alternative Decision Structure
  18. The Multiple-Alternative Decision Structure
  19. The Case Decision Structure
  20. Nested Decision Control Structures
  21. More about Flowcharts with Decision Control Structures
  22. Tips and Tricks with Decision Control Structures
  23. More with Decision Control Structures
  24. Introduction to Loop Control Structures
  25. Pre-Test, Mid-Test and Post-Test Loop Structures
  26. Definite Loops
  27. Nested Loop Control Structures
  28. Flowcharts with Loop Control Structures
  29. Tips and Tricks with Loop Control Structures
  30. More with Loop Control Structures
  31. One-Dimensional Arrays and Dictionaries
  32. Two-Dimensional Arrays
  33. Tips and Tricks with Data Structures
  34. More with Data Structures
  35. Introduction to Subprograms
  36. User-Defined Subprograms
  37. Tips and Tricks with Subprograms
  38. More with Subprograms
  39. Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
  40. Introduction to Files
  41. More with Files
PDF ISBN: 978-1-83620-594-4
Publisher: Packt Publishing Limited
Copyright owner: © 2024 Packt Publishing Limited
Publication date: 2024
Language: English
Pages: 976
Related subjects:
Computer sciences,
Programming and languages

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