Programming Home Projects With Microsoft Small Basic

Author : Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee
Publisher : Kidware Software
Page : 618 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2013-02
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1937161390

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Programming Home Projects with Microsoft Small Basic by Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee Pdf

PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC explains (in simple, easy-to-follow terms) how to build Small Basic Windows applications. To grasp the concepts presented in PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC, you should possess a working knowledge of Windows and have had some exposure to Microsoft Small Basic programming (or some other programming language). We offer two beginning programming tutorials (MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC FOR KIDS and BEGINNING MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC) that would help you gain this needed exposure. Students learn about program design, Small Basic objects, many elements of the Small Basic language, and how to debug and distribute finished programs. Sequential file input and output is introduced and we introduce concepts needed for game programming - animation, collision detection, keyboard control, and sounds. The applications built include: Dual-Mode Stopwatch - Allows you to time tasks you may be doing. Consumer Loan Assistant - Helps you see just how much those credit cards will cost you. Flash Card Math Quiz - Lets you practice basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division skills. Multiple Choice Exam - Quizzes a user on matching pairs of items, like countries/capitals, and words/meanings. Weight Monitor - Track your weight each day and monitor your progress toward established goals. Blackjack Card Game - Play the classic card game against the computer. Home Inventory Manager - Helps you keep track of all your belongings - even includes photographs. Snowball Toss Game - Lets you throw snowballs at another player or against the computer. The book includes over 600 pages of FULL-COLOR self-study notes. The course requires either Windows 8, Windows 7, XP, or Vista, and the free Microsoft Small Basic 1.0 development environment. The Small Basic source code and all needed multimedia files are available for download from the publisher's website (www.ComputerScienceForKids.com) after you book registration.

Author : Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-08
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1937161544

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Beginning Microsoft Small Basic - A Computer Programming Tutorial - Color Illustrated 1.0 Edition by Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee Pdf

The BEGINNING MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC computer programming tutorial is an interactive self-study color illustrated tutorial textbook explaining in depth the new Microsoft Small Basic development environment using many Microsoft Small Basic program examples. This course is written for the absolute beginner programmer and can be used by students (10+ years old) as well as adults. The BEGINNING MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC programming tutorial consists of 400+ pages explaining (in simple, easy-to-follow terms) how to build Small Basic applications. You will learn about program design, text window applications, graphics window applications and many elements of the Small Basic language. Numerous examples are used to demonstrate every step in the building process. The tutorial also includes several detailed computer programs to illustrate the fun of Small Basic programming. Finished programs can even be published on-line to share programs with others. The last chapter of the tutorial shows you the source code for a couple of David H. Ahl's classic BASIC Computer Games ported into several different computer programming languages including BASIC, Microsoft Small Basic, Visual Basic, Visual C#, and Java. No programming experience is necessary, but familiarity with doing common tasks using a computer operating system (simple editing, file maintenance, understanding directory structures, working on the Internet) is expected. The course requires Windows 8, 7, Vista or XP, ability to view and print documents saved in Microsoft Word format and Adobe Acrobat Reader, and the Microsoft Small Basic 1.0 development environment. The Small Basic source code and all needed multimedia files are available for download from the publisher's website (www.KidwareSoftware.com) after book registration.

Author : Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee
Publisher : Kidware Software
Page : 702 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1937161560

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Programming Games with Microsoft Small Basic by Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee Pdf

PROGRAMMING GAMES WITH MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC teaches Small Basic programming concepts while providing detailed step-by-step instructions for building many fun games. The tutorial is appropriate for kids, teens and adults. The games built are non-violent and teach logical thinking skills. To grasp the concepts presented in PROGRAMMING GAMES WITH MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC, you should possess a working knowledge of Windows and have had some exposure to Small Basic programming (or some other programming language). We offer a beginning programming tutorial (BEGINNING MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC) that would help you gain this needed exposure. PROGRAMMING GAMES WITH MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC explains (in simple, easy-to-follow terms) how to build a Small Basic game program. Users learn about program design, using Small Basic objects (including button controls), many elements of the Small Basic language, and how to debug and share finished programs. Game skills learned include handling multiple players, scoring, graphics, animation, and sounds. The game programs built include, in increasing complexity: Safecracker - Decipher a secret combination using clues from the computer. Tic Tac Toe - The classic game. Match Game - Find matching pairs of hidden photos - use your own photos! Pizza Delivery - A business simulation where you manage a small pizza shop for a night. Moon Landing - Land a lunar module on the surface of the moon. Leap Frog - A fun arcade game where you get a frog through traffic and across a raging river. The book includes over 650 pages of self-study notes. No previous programming experience is necessary, but familiarity with doing common tasks using a computer operating system (simple editing, file maintenance, understanding directory structures, working on the Internet) is expected. The course requires either Windows 8, Windows 7, XP, or Vista, and the free Microsoft Small Basic 1.0 development environment. The Small Basic source code and all needed multimedia files are available for download from the publisher's website (www.KidwareSoftware.com) after you register this book. "Philip Conrod has a passion for writing tutorials and books aimed at beginner programmers and he's done an excellent job of covering all the fundamentals of Small Basic programming." - Vijaye Raji, Creator of Microsoft Small Basic

Author : Majed Marji,Ed Price
Publisher : No Starch Press
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-16
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781593277024

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Learn to Program with Small Basic by Majed Marji,Ed Price Pdf

Small Basic is a free, beginner-friendly programming language created by Microsoft. Inspired by BASIC, which introduced programming to millions of first-time PC owners in the 1970s and 1980s, Small Basic is a modern language that makes coding simple and fun. Learn to Program with Small Basic introduces you to the empowering world of programming. You’ll master the basics with simple activities like displaying messages and drawing colorful pictures, and then work your way up to programming games! Learn how to: –Program your computer to greet you by name –Make a game of rock-paper-scissors using If/Else statements –Create an interactive treasure map using arrays –Draw intricate geometric patterns with just a few lines of code –Simplify complex programs by breaking them into bite-sized subroutines You’ll also learn to command a turtle to draw shapes, create magical moving text, solve math problems quickly, help a knight slay a dragon, and more! Each chapter ends with creative coding challenges so you can take your skills to the next level. Learn to Program with Small Basic is the perfect place to start your computer science journey.

Author : Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1937161196

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Beginning Microsoft Small Basic by Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee Pdf

The BEGINNING MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC programming and porting tutorial is an interactive self-study tutorial explaining in depth the new Microsoft Small Basic development environment using many Small Basic program examples. This course is written for the absolute beginner programmer and can be used by kids (13+) as well as adults. The BEGINNING MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC programming and porting tutorial consists of 11 chapters explaining (in simple, easy-to-follow terms) how to build Small Basic applications and then compare them to other programming languages. You will learn about program design, text window applications, graphics window applications and many elements of the Small Basic language. Numerous examples are used to demonstrate every step in the building process. The tutorial also includes several detailed computer programs to illustrate the fun of Small Basic programming. Finished programs can even be published on-line to share programs with others. The last chapter of the tutorial shows you the source code for four of David H. Ahl's classic Small Basic Computer Games ported into several different computer programming languages including BASIC, Microsoft Small Basic, Visual Basic, Visual C#, and Java. No programming experience is necessary, but familiarity with doing common tasks using a computer operating system (simple editing, file maintenance, understanding directory structures, working on the Internet) is expected. The course requires Windows 7, XP, or Vista, ability to view and print documents saved in Microsoft Word format, and the Microsoft Small Basic development environment (Version 0.9 or higher).

Author : David H. Ahl
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : BASIC (Computer program language)
ISBN : OCLC:28877106

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Basic Computer Games by David H. Ahl Pdf

Author : Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1937161242

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The Developer's Reference Guide to Microsoft Small Basic by Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee Pdf

THE DEVELOPER'S REFERENCE GUIDE TO MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC provides an extensive overview of the Small Basic programming environment. The guide consists of 25 chapters explaining (in simple, easy to follow terms) how to use Small Basic to build programs. A complete review of the Small Basic language is provided. You learn about each Small Basic object. You learn about button and text box controls, using the mouse, graphics, shapes, images, timers, sounds and sequential file access. Both text and graphics window applications are discussed. Over 100 programming examples are included. We discuss working with data files, input validation, date arithmetic, integer shuffling, simple animation, line, bar and pie charts, programming check box and radio button controls, turtle graphics, and ways to share your programs. THE DEVELOPER'S REFERENCE GUIDE TO MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC is presented using over 500 pages of notes and includes the Small Basic source code for all examples. THE DEVELOPER'S REFERENCE GUIDE TO MICROSOFT SMALL BASIC requires Windows 7, XP or Vista, ability to view and print documents saved in Microsoft Word format, and Microsoft Small Basic (Version 0.9 or higher).

Author : Majed Marji. Ed Price
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1457198851

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Learn to Program with Small Basic by Majed Marji. Ed Price Pdf

Author : Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 716 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-02
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1937161404

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Programming Home Projects with Visual Basic Express by Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee Pdf

PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL BASIC EXPRESS teaches Visual Basic Express programming concepts while providing detailed step-by-step instructions to build many fun and useful projects. To grasp the concepts presented in HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL BASIC EXPRESS, you should possess a working knowledge of Windows and have had some exposure to Visual Basic Express programming (or some other programming language). We offer two beginning programming tutorials (VISUAL BASIC EXPRESS FOR KIDS and BEGINNING VISUAL BASIC EXPRESS) that would help you gain this needed exposure. PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL BASIC EXPRESS explains (in simple, easy-to-follow terms) how to build a Visual Basic Express Windows project. Students learn about project design, the Visual Basic Express toolbox, many elements of the Visual Basic language, and how to debug and distribute finished projects. The projects built include: Dual-Mode Stopwatch - Allows you to time tasks you may be doing. Consumer Loan Assistant - Helps you see just how much those credit cards are costing you. Flash Card Math Quiz - Lets you practice basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division skills. Multiple Choice Exam - Quizzes a user on matching pairs of items, like countries/capitals, words/meanings, books/authors. Blackjack Card Game - Play the classic card game against the computer. Weight Monitor - Track your weight each day and monitor your progress toward established goals. Home Inventory Manager - Helps you keep track of all your belongings. Snowball Toss Game - Lets you throw snowballs at another player or against the computer. PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL BASIC EXPRESS requires a Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows 8 operating system, and Visual Basic 2012 Express. The book includes over 650 pages of FULL-COLOR self-study notes. The Visual Basic Express source code and all needed multimedia files are available for download from the publisher's website (www.KidwareSoftware.com) after you register the book.

Author : Paul Schroeder,Aaron Cure
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2021-01-15
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781800200142

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Visual Studio 2019 Tricks and Techniques by Paul Schroeder,Aaron Cure Pdf

Harness the full power of the Visual Studio IDE to take your coding skills to the next level by learning about IDE productivity practices and exclusive techniques Key FeaturesIncrease your productivity by leveraging Visual Studio 2019's improvements and featuresExplore powerful editing, code intelligence, and source code control features to increase productivityDelve into VS’s powerful, untapped features such as custom project templates and extensionsBook Description Visual Studio 2019 (VS 2019) and Visual Studio Code (VS Code) are powerful professional development tools that help you to develop applications for any platform with ease. Whether you want to create web, mobile, or desktop applications, Microsoft Visual Studio is your one-stop solution. This book demonstrates some of the most sophisticated capabilities of the tooling and shows you how to use the integrated development environment (IDE) more efficiently to be more productive. You’ll begin by gradually building on concepts, starting with the basics. The introductory chapters cover shortcuts, snippets, and numerous optimization tricks, along with debugging techniques, source control integration, and other important IDE features that will help you make your time more productive. With that groundwork in place, more advanced concepts such as the inner workings of project and item templates are covered. You will also learn how to write quality, secure code more efficiently as well as discover how certain Visual Studio features work 'under the hood'. By the end of this Visual Studio book, you’ll have learned how to write more secure code faster than ever using your knowledge of the extensions and processes that make developing successful solutions more enjoyable and repeatable. What you will learnUnderstand the similarities and differences between VS 2019 and VS CodeGet to grips with numerous keyboard shortcuts to improve efficiencyDiscover IDE tips and tricks that make it easier to write codeExperiment with code snippets that make it easier to write repeating code patternsFind out how to customize project and item templates with the help of hands-on exercisesUse Visual Studio extensions for ease and improved productivityDelve into Visual Studio’s behind the scene operationsWho this book is for This book is for C# and .NET developers who want to become more efficient and take advantage of features they may not be aware of in the IDE. Those looking to increase their productivity and write quality code more quickly by fully utilizing the power of the Visual Studio IDE will also find this book useful.

Author : Peter Verhas
Publisher : Packt Publishing Ltd
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2018-08-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781789130690

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Java Projects by Peter Verhas Pdf

Learn how to build scalable, resilient, and effective applications in Java that suit your software requirements. Key Features Explore advanced technologies that Java 11 delivers such as web programming and parallel computing Discover modern programming paradigms such as microservices, cloud computing and enterprise structures Build highly responsive applications with this practical introduction to Reactive programming Book Description Java is one of the most commonly used software languages by programmers and developers. In this book, you’ll learn the new features of Java 11 quickly and experience a simple and powerful approach to software development. You’ll see how to use the Java runtime tools, understand the Java environment, and create a simple namesorting Java application. Further on, you'll learn about advanced technologies that Java delivers, such as web programming and parallel computing, and will develop a mastermind game. Moving on, we provide more simple examples, to build a foundation before diving into some complex data structure problems that will solidify your Java 11 skills. With a special focus on the features of new projects: Project Valhalla, Project Panama, Project Amber, and Project Loom, this book will help you get employed as a top-notch Java developer. By the end of the book, you’ll have a firm foundation to continue your journey toward becoming a professional Java developer. What you will learn Compile, package, and run a program using a build management tool Get to know the principles of test-driven development Separate the wiring of multiple modules from application logic Use Java annotations for configuration Master the scripting API built into the Java language Understand static versus dynamic implementation of code Who this book is for This book is for anyone who wants to learn the Java programming language. No programming experience required. If you have prior experience, it will help you through the book more easily.

Author : Diane Zak
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004-04
Category : BASIC (Computer program language)
ISBN : 0619213620

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Lm Programming W/Vb. Net by Diane Zak Pdf

Author : Jack C. Stanley,Erik D. Gross
Publisher : The Tech Academy
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2020-06-05
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0997326433

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Learn Coding Basics in Hours with Small Basic by Jack C. Stanley,Erik D. Gross Pdf

Small Basic is a programming language for beginners from Microsoft that serves as a great educational resource. This book is an introduction to coding, using Small Basic, for individuals with no past technical knowledge or experience. -- page 4 of cover.

Author : Dan Fernandez,Brian Peek
Publisher : "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2008-11-26
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780596554354

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Coding4Fun by Dan Fernandez,Brian Peek Pdf

How would you like to build an Xbox game, use your Nintendo Wiimote to create an electronic whiteboard, or build your own peer-to-peer application? Coding4Fun helps you tackle some cool software and hardware projects using a range of languages and free Microsoft software. Now you can code for fun with C#, VB, ASP.NET, WPF, XNA Game Studio, Popfly, as well as the Lua programming language. If you love to tinker, but don't have time to figure it all out, this book gives you clear, step-by-step instructions for building ten creative projects, including: Alien Attack: Create a 2D clone of Space Invaders with XNA for the PC, Xbox 360, and Zune LEGO Soldier: Create an action game using Popfly with a custom-built virtual LEGO character World of Warcraft RSS Feed Reader: Use WoW's customizable interface to have feeds pop up while you're gaming InnerTube: Download YouTube videos automatically and convert them to a file format for off-line viewing PeerCast: Stream video files from any PC TwitterVote: Create custom online polls on Twitter WHSMail: Build a website with ASP.NET for Windows Home Server that lets you view the messages stored on a computer with Outlook "Wiimote" Controlled Car: Steer your remote-controlled car by tilting the Wii Remote controller left and right Wiimote Whiteboard: Create an interactive whiteboard using a Wii Remote Holiday Lights: Synchronize your holiday light display with music to create your own light show The perfect gift for any developer, Coding4Fun shows you how to use your programming skills in new and fun ways. "This book is amazing! The scope is so wonderfully broad that anyone who has an interest in designing games at any level should read this book." -- Alex Albrecht, Creator of Diggnation / Totally Rad Show / Project Lore

Author : Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 734 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-02
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1937161412

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Programming Home Projects with Visual C# Express by Philip Conrod,Lou Tylee Pdf

PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL C# EXPRESS teaches Visual C# Express programming concepts while providing detailed step-by-step instructions to build many fun and useful projects. To grasp the concepts presented in PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL C# EXPRESS, you should possess a working knowledge of Windows and have had some exposure to Visual C# Express programming (or some other programming language). We offer two beginning programming tutorials (VISUAL C# EXPRESS FOR KIDS and BEGINNING VISUAL C# EXPRESS) that would help you gain this needed exposure. PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL C# EXPRESS explains (in simple, easy-to-follow terms) how to build a Visual C# Express Windows project. Students learn about project design, the Visual C# Express toolbox, many elements of the Visual Basic language, and how to debug and distribute finished projects. The projects built include: Dual-Mode Stopwatch - Allows you to time tasks you may be doing. Consumer Loan Assistant - Helps you see just how much those credit cards are costing you. Flash Card Math Quiz - Lets you practice basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division skills. Multiple Choice Exam - Quizzes a user on matching pairs of items, like countries/capitals, words/meanings, books/authors. Blackjack Card Game - Play the classic card game against the computer and learn why gambling is very risky Weight Monitor - Track your weight each day and monitor your progress toward established goals. Home Inventory Manager - Helps you keep track of all your belongings - even includes photographs. Snowball Toss Game - Lets you throw snowballs at another player or against the computer. PROGRAMMING HOME PROJECTS WITH VISUAL C# EXPRESS requires a Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows 8 operating system, and Visual C# 2012 Express. The tutorial includes over 700 pages of FULL-COLOR self-study notes. The Visual C# Express source code and all needed multimedia files are available for download from the publisher's website (www.KidwareSoftware.com) after you register the book.