Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 Professional Books

Pros: Well laid out, Touches many Topics, Easy to pick up and learn instantly, Good reference
Cons: Not really a learn to program VB book, Doesn't do much topics thoroughly

Hear my scenario. I had two weeks to make a database program in Visual Basic. I am not a programmer though I do have experience with other programming languages like Python and Pascal. I decided to run out and pick up a book, hopefully one that I can use...

Pros: Well designed study course for the VB language, many examples and well-designed progression
Cons: not for experienced programmers.

This review is at least partly in response to Kulachai's previously written review of this title.

Kulachai, perhaps we were reading two editions of the book, or two entirely different books, but your review doesn't resemble the book I read at...

Pros: Variety, easy to understand
Cons: too basic, not recommend for advanced users

This book merely covers the basics but rarely gives you a solid foundation of Visual Basic programming. While the book layout and topic are wide variety, most of the chapters focused on programming practices and several chapters had sample programs but...

Pros: The only book that gives clear examples or exercise for beginners to learn
Cons: No sequels after this book.. like level 2

Among all the visual basic books. This book gives you clear understanding of how programming is.

Self studying is not easy especially finding a book that guides you step by step. I learned Visual Basic in 2 months, and I wrote a couple of...

Pros: Simple to use
Cons: Too simple

This is definitely a great place to start for someone who had no prior programming experience. All examples and exercises are easy to follow and useful.

Unfortunately, about half-way through, the book disintegrates into unrelated subjects...