Introduction to Visual Basic .NET Programming (VB Track)

Introduction

This is the first course in the Professional Diploma in .NET Development programme. This course provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to develop simple applications in Visual Basic .NET. After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Create a simple VB .NET-based application.
• Use forms and controls to create a user interface.
• Create and use variables and arrays.
• Create and use Sub and Function procedures, including predefined functions.
• Implement decision structures and loops by using conditional expressions.

Prerequisites

• Windows navigation skills.
• Experience (at least three months) with developing applications in either a graphical or non-graphical environment.

Course Outline

Getting Started

• Visual Basic .NET Concepts
• Exploring the Integrated Development Environment
• Creating a Visual Basic .NET Project

Working with Forms and Controls

• Understanding Programming Concepts
• Working with Windows Forms
• Working with Controls
• Styling Your Code

Using Variables and Arrays

• Introduction to Data Types
• Using Variables
• Variable Scope
• Converting Data Types
• Creating and Using Structures
• Storing Data in Arrays

Decision Structures and Loops

• Using Conditional Expressions
• Using Decision Structures
• Using Conditional Loop Structures

Handling Errors and Exceptions

• Types of Errors
• Using the Debugger
• Handling Exceptions
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Working with Procedures

• Creating Procedures
• Using Procedures
• Using Predefined Functions