BEGINNING VISUAL BASIC .NET is an introduction to computer programming that provides an interactive, self-paced tutorial to the Visual Basic .NET programming language and environment. This course is written for the absolute beginner - no programming experience is required, but familiarity with Windows use is expected.

BEGINNING VISUAL BASIC .NET is presented using a combination of over 400 pages of course notes and actual Visual Basic .NET examples. Ten "plain-English" lessons explain the Visual Basic .NET toolbox, event procedures, and many elements of the BASIC computer language. Examples are used to demonstrate every step in the application building process. The tutorial also includes several computer projects that illustrate practical applications of Visual Basic .NET, including loan calculators, graphics programs, portfolio managers, checkbook balancers, and even a simple video game!

BEGINNING VISUAL BASIC .NET sells for $19.95. The course requires Windows 2000, NT or XP, ability to view and print documents saved in Microsoft Word format, and Microsoft Visual Basic .NET (either the stand-alone product or the version shipped with Visual Studio .NET).