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The most important feature of this book is its emphasis on developing fundamental
computer programming skills, rather than the overwhelming number of features found
in Visual Basic.NET.
2. Object-oriented programming is emphasized earlier in this text than in other
VB texts.
3. This book introduces the student to an object-oriented design methodology,
whereas most books just cover the basics of writing object-oriented programs.
4. Chapters 7 and 8 provide a thorough background to the concepts and motivations
for writing programs in an object-oriented style.
5. The Programming Problems do a very good job of helping the student make the
conceptual leap from the content of the chapter to problem-solving computer programs.
6. Exam preparation questions can help the student find holes in their learning
quickly.
7. The primary programming constructs most introductory texts cover are covered
in this text. These features include syntax and semantics, numeric programming,
selection control structures, repetition control structures, arrays, as well as
the fundamentals of graphical user interface design.
8. Quick check questions can be used to review the student's comprehension of
the material in the chapters.
9. Programming problems help the student move from conceptual knowledge to concrete
programming skills.
10. Case Study Follow-Up exercises teach the student how to extend programs developed
earlier in the chapter. The ability to modify existing programs is very useful
in teaching students how to become competent computer programmers.
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