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MindTapV2.0 for Zak's Programming with Microsoft Visual Basic 2019, 2 terms Instant Access, 8th Edition

Diane Zak

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MindTapV2.0 for Zak's Programming with Microsoft Visual Basic 2019, 2 terms Instant Access 8th Edition by Diane Zak
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MindTapV2.0 for Zak's Programming with Microsoft Visual Basic 2019, 8th Edition is the digital learning solution that powers students from memorization to mastery. It gives you complete control of your course\u2014to provide engaging content, to challenge every individual, and to build their confidence. Empower students to accelerate their progress with MindTap. MindTap: Powered by You.\n\nWith new mini readings for applicable modules that cover critical updates to Visual Basic 2019, students will learn critical concepts of programming complete with the latest information. \n\nFor students to effectively and easily work in the updated software, new data files compatible with Visual Basic 2019 have been created and are available in the MindTap Learning Path.\n\nMindTap gives you complete ownership of your content and learning experience. Customize the interactive syllabi, emphasize the most important topics, and add your own material or notes in the ebook.

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Diane Zak

Prolific author and respected professional Diane Zak continues to provide an inspiring and uncomplicated learning experience for students through her widely popular programming books. Recognized for their unique, readable and friendly style, Zak's books reflect her knowledge of student needs and extensive understanding of computer programming and its use in business today, enabling her to carefully craft each with the modern student in mind. She has taught at various computer training centers and most recently served as a professor at College of DuPage in Illinois. Zak holds Bachelor of Science degrees in both computer information systems and accounting as well as a Master of Arts in adult and continuing education.

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  • Inclusion of new mini readings for each applicable module that detail updates to Visual Basic 2019.
  • For students to effectively and easily work in the updated software, new data files compatible with Visual Basic 2019 have been created and are available in the MindTap Learning Path.

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  • MindTap is an outcome-driven application that propels students from memorization to mastery. It’s the only platform that gives you complete ownership of your course. With it, you can challenge every student, build their confidence and empower them to be unstoppable.
  • ACCESS EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE PLACE. Cut down on prep with preloaded, organized course materials in MindTap. Teach more efficiently with interactive multimedia, assignments, quizzes and more. And give your students the power to read, listen and study on their phones, so they can learn on their terms.
  • EMPOWER YOUR STUDENTS TO REACH THEIR POTENTIAL. Twelve distinct metrics give you actionable insights into student engagement. Identify topics troubling your entire class and instantly communicate with struggling students. And students can track their scores to stay motivated toward their goals. Together, you can accelerate progress.
  • YOUR COURSE. YOUR CONTENT. Only MindTap gives you complete control over your course. You have the flexibility to reorder textbook chapters, add your own notes and embed a variety of content including OER. Personalize course content to your students’ needs. They can even read your notes, add their own and highlight key text to aid their progress.
  • A DEDICATED TEAM, WHENEVER YOU NEED THEM. MindTap isn’t just a tool; it’s backed by a personalized team eager to support you. Get help setting up your course and tailoring it to your specific objectives. You’ll be ready to make an impact from day one. And, we’ll be right here to help you and your students throughout the semester—and beyond.

Table of Contents

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Preface.
Read This Before You Begin.
1. An Introduction to Visual Studio 2017 and Visual Basic.
2. Planning Applications and Designing Interfaces.
3. Coding with Variables, Named Constants, and Calculations.
4. The Selection Structure.
5. The Repetition Structure.
6. Sub and Function Procedures.
7. String Manipulation.
8. Arrays.
9. Sequential Access Files and Menus.
10. Classes and Objects.
11. SQL Server Databases.
12. Database Queries with SQL
13. Web Site Applications.
Appendix A: GUI Design Guidelines.
Appendix B: Additional Topics.
Appendix C: Finding and Fixing Program Errors.
Appendix D: Visual Basic 2017 Cheat Sheet.
Appendix E: Case Projects.
Index.

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MindTapV2.0 for Zak's Programming with Microsoft Visual Basic 2019, 1 term Instant Access

ISBN: 9780357425084
MindTapV2.0 for Zak's Programming with Microsoft Visual Basic 2019, 8th Edition is the digital learning solution that powers students from memorization to mastery. It gives you complete control of your course\u2014to provide engaging content, to challenge every individual, and to build their confidence. Empower students to accelerate their progress with MindTap. MindTap: Powered by You.\n\nWith new mini readings for applicable modules that cover critical updates to Visual Basic 2019, students will learn critical concepts of programming complete with the latest information. \n\nFor students to effectively and easily work in the updated software, new data files compatible with Visual Basic 2019 have been created and are available in the MindTap Learning Path.\n\nMindTap gives you complete ownership of your content and learning experience. Customize the interactive syllabi, emphasize the most important topics, and add your own material or notes in the ebook.