Visual Basic in 4 minutes

Outline and Summary
I. Introduction
- Introduction to Visual Basic (VB) as a Microsoft programming language based on BASIC.
- Creation date: 1991.
- Aim: Easy to learn and use, and simplifies the development of GUI applications for Windows.
II. Evolution of Visual Basic
- Evolution of VB over the years.
- Display of basic VB code for "Hello, World!" message:
- Use of `Module`, `Sub Main`, and `MsgBox`.
- Example of a simple function in VB to add numbers:
- Definition of 'Add' function.
- Calling the 'Add' function in the main subroutine.
III. Features and Benefits of VB
- Simple syntax and robust tools from Microsoft.
- Integration with Microsoft's .NET framework.
- Visual Studio's powerful suite of tools for VB.NET development.
- Seamless integration with other Microsoft technologies.
IV. Perceptions and Criticisms
- Mixed opinions on VB within the tech community.
- Pros:
- Easy to learn.
- English-like syntax.
- Cons:
- Outdated reputation due to older versions.
- More verbose than C-style languages.
- Performance issues in earlier versions.
- Comparison of VB.NET and C# in the .NET ecosystem.
V. VB’s Challenges and Transition
- Focus primarily on Windows desktop application development.
- Struggle to adapt to web and mobile application demands.
- Shift from classic VB to VB.NET:
- Introduction of object-oriented features.
- Mixed reviews on the transition.
VI. Perspective on VB
- Dependence of attitudes on individual experiences.
- Importance of VB in specific development scenarios.
- Factors to consider when choosing a programming language.

[@shadowtzu]

I have been developing a graphics engine in vb for several years, I love this language

[@nisanka]

VB Developer for 20 years. Love the language and the tools.

[@peterwooldridge7285]

I think vb is a terrific language for all the factors mentioned. Let's face it high level languages are all much of a muchness - an if statement is the same regardless of the language used, same with a loop and all the other basics of programming. Whether for example asking if Python is better than VB is the same a asking if Ford is better than GM. To be perfectly candid there seems to be a lot of snobbery surrounding programming languages. I think the primary reason VB has never really taken off is because Microsoft's promotion was poor. Let's face it, if you're serious about programming then C would be your best starting point if only for the fact that it's lean and devoid of gimmicks. Me, I'm into using any language that does of job in a efficient and effective manner; for a good 90% of application VB meets these criteria.
Thanks awefully for the post and I look forward to the next one😊

[@vardump_]

Fan of VB once

[@chakrounmohamedslim8748]

will you give us a tutoriel to learn blazor please

[@riom990]

what a thumbnail 😅

[@watamote8694]

I'm an Excel VBA User, For me VBA is like Blessing for my office Work Related Problem, I Done Many Projects in VBA
1 Pipe Packing In Boxes
2 Job Completion Time Calculation
3 Loading Simulation
... And Many Others

[@firdaus4097]

could you share the resources you used to learn VBA please?

[@watamote8694]

@@firdaus4097
Daniel Strong
--> The Ultimate Excel Programming Course
Wise Owl
--> Excel VBA Introduction

[@watamote8694]

@@firdaus4097
Daniel Strong Udemy course - The Ultimate Excel programmer course
WiseOwlTutorials - Excel VBA Introduction

[@bms4654]

Using VBA today is like using Microsoft paint to write an essay. I know way to many people who turn Excel into a Frankenstein tool with VBA that no one but the developer can use. I would not waste time on it unless you are doing adhoc solutions.