For brand new programmers. The best way to learn programming with Visual Basic is to actually create a program. The exercises on this page walk you through the process of creating a program for viewing Web pages.

Introduction to the Visual Basic Programming Language

Learn the basics of the Visual Basic language.

Creating the Visual Look of Your Program: Introduction to Windows Forms

Use forms and controls to create a user interface.

What Went Wrong? Finding and Fixing Errors through Debugging

Use the debugging tools in Visual Basic 2005.

Managing Your Records: Using Data in Your Program

Learn about working with databases.

Programming With Objects: Using Classes

Learn the basics of object-oriented programming.

Visible Objects: Creating Your First User Control

Create your own reusable control.

Drawing Pictures: Using Graphics

Learn about the graphics capabilities of Visual Basic 2005.

Distributing Your Program

Learn how to share your programs with others.

Moving Forward: Where Do I Go From Here?

A series of topics linking to additional resources for mastering Visual Basic 2005.

How Do I in Visual Basic Express

A series of topics linking to task-specific information.