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 Programming For The Absolute Beginner

 

Published by: COURSE TECHNOLOGY INC.
Author: Ford Jr., Jerry Lee
Number of pages: 364
Group: PROGRAMMERS REFERENCE BOOKS
ISBN: 1598633740/9781598633740
User level: Programmer - Beg/Int
Objective: Tutorial
Date Published: May 2007
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Want to learn computer programming but aren’t sure where to start? Programming for the Absolute Beginner provides a gentle learning curve in programming for anyone who wants to develop fundamental programming skills and create computer programs. The primary focus is on teaching the reader how to program using a free implementation of BASIC called Just BASIC. As such, the book focuses on developing programs that run on Microsoft® Windows®, but also presents programming principles that apply to different environments, including other operating systems and the Internet. Additionally, the book provides a solid foundation for advancing to different programming languages as you gain confidence in your newly acquired programming abilities. As part of the for the absolute beginner™ series, Programming for the Absolute Beginner teaches all the concepts through the creation of simple computer games, making the learning process much more fun and enjoyable.