With the introduction of Visual Basic .NET, VB transcends its traditional second-class status to become a full-fledged citizen of the object-oriented programming, letting you access the full power of the Windows platform for the first time. Written bythe author of the best-selling Mastering Visual Basic 6 this all-new edition is the resource you need to make a successful transition to .NET. Comprising in-depth explanations, practical examples, and handy reference information, its coverage includes:

• Mastering the new Windows Forms Designer and controls



• Building dynamic forms



• Using powerful Framework classes such as ArrayLists and HashTables



• Persisting objects to disk files



• Handling graphics and printing



• Achieving robustness via structured exception handling and debugging



• Developing your own classes and extending existing ones via inheritance



• Building custom Windows controls



• Building menus and list controls with custom-drawn items



• Using ADO.NET to build disconnected, distributed applications



• Using SQL queries and stored procedures with ADO.NET



• Facilitating database programming with the visual database tools



• Building web applications with ASP.NET and the rich web controls



• Designing web applications to access databases



• Using the DataGrid and DataList web controls



• Building XML web services to use with Windows and web applications



• Special topics like the Multiple Document Interface and powerful recursive programming techniques

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.