Microsoft .NET Development Series: The Visual Basic .NET Programming Language

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Praise for this book highlights its unique insights from Paul Vick, the creator of Visual Basic .NET. Ted Pattison emphasizes the value of learning directly from the language's originator, while Ken Getz appreciates the book's coverage of nuanced features not found elsewhere, such as the use of the Imports statement and the dictionary lookup operator. Klaus H. Probst notes that it serves as an excellent introduction for VB developers transitioning to .NET, with a clear, task-oriented approach that eases the learning process. Amit Kalani points out the book’s brevity and clarity, making it a must-have despite the abundance of VB .NET literature. Philip Williams finds it beneficial, offering new insights and serving as a valuable reference for intermediate and advanced developers. Ethan Roberts commends its unique information and focus on issues overlooked by other resources. Dave Vitter appreciates the historical context provided. This definitive reference and tutorial, authored by one of VB .NET’s lead architects, equips readers with essential language descriptions, practical insights, and numerous code samples, making it indispensable for both newcomers and experienced programmers looking to maximize their understanding of VB .NET.