Microsoft Visual C# 2008: An Introduction to Object-oriented Programming

by Joyce Farrell

Using engaging examples and a clear, straightforward approach, Microsoft Visual C# 2008: An Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming, Third Edition, gives beginning programmers an updated guide to developing programs in the C# programming language. By focusing on C#, this book provides readers with a strong background knowledge of structured programming, method calling, and parameter passing, all of which are important concepts easily transferable to other programming languages. The Third Edition has been written and tested using the 2008 version of C# and includes a new chapter on database management and Language Integrated Query (LINQ). With this cutting-edge content, the book is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking a thorough understanding of object-oriented programming.

712 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2008

About the author

Joyce Farrell was formerly a Professor of Computer Information Systems at Harper College in Palatine, Illinois. Prior to joining Harper College, Farrell taught Computer Information Systems at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and McHenry County College in Crystal Lake, Illinois. She is the author of many Programming books for Course Technology, a part of Cengage Learning[1]. Her books are widely used as textbooks in higher education institutions.

"When I write my books I use the same language, examples, analogies, and entertaining exercises that made my class sessions fun and made the lessons stick. I was always thrilled when former students would return for a visit and tell me how they were able to solve problems at their new jobs when others were stumped because of the thorough programming backgrounds they got in my courses." -Joyce Farrell