Sams : Teach Yourself Visual C Sharp 2008 in 24 Hours

With Microsoft’s introduction of the .NET platform, a new, exciting programming language was born.
Visual C# is now the language of choice for developing on the .NET platform, and Microsoft has even
written a majority of the .NET Framework using Visual C#. Visual C# is a modern object-oriented
language designed and developed from the ground up with a best-of-breed mentality, implementing
and expanding on the best features and functions found in other languages. Visual C# 2008 combines
the power and flexibility of C++ with some of the simplicity of Visual C#.

This book is targeted toward those who have little or no programming experience or who might be picking
up Visual C# as a second language. The book has been structured and written with a purpose: to get you
productive as quickly as possible. I’ve used my experiences in writing applications with Visual C# and
teaching Visual C# to create a book that I hope cuts through the fluff and teaches you what you need to know.
All too often, authors fall into the trap of focusing on the technology rather than on the practical application of
the technology. I’ve worked hard to keep this book focused on teaching you practical skills that you can apply
immediately toward a development project.

This book is divided into five parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of developing applications with
Visual C# 2008. These parts generally follow the flow of tasks you’ll perform as you begin creating your own
programs with Visual C# 2008. I recommend that you read them in the order in which they appear.