Learning VB.NET

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Hi All

I am keen on learning VB.NET 2003.

I have programming experience but no OO knowledge. I want to do a MCAD shortly but first want to do some VB.NET from books.

Anyone know the best books to start? Also do I need to buy visual studio 2003? I have windows XP home do I need Pro?

Thanks in Advance

 

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Have you checked out the Express Editions?

 

You really ought to have Pro so that you can start using IIS to practice your ASP.NET stuff. There is an alternative which is Cassini web server which is a free download, and the 2005 express products come with their own 'local' web host.

There are loads of great books out there. I tend to use Amazon, and make a point of reading the reader's reviews. These books are typically bought by people looking to improve their skills in some way - and the reviews tell you a lot about how useful the book actually is.

Good luck!

 

Hi wideboy_west,

Try below

http://www.computerbooks.co.uk/catalog/browse.asp?template=&group=4643

http://www.computerbooks.co.uk/catalog/browse.asp?template=&ref=591413&group=9446

Keimos

 

XP home is enough ^^