Which one should I learn Visual basic or Delphi?
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If you know C++ or Java (which have simular syntax) than these are best because they would compile to smaller code and run quicker (less steps to compile down to machine code). The only draw back is that it is more difficult syntax to VB, although it is the best option for more advanced programming.\n\nVisual Basic is popular because the syntax is simple, although it isn't fully object oriented. Although it does make use of objects, it does not allow the user to create their own classes, or modify others (polymorphism). Although VB.NET and later versions is fully object oriented, don't know as much about that. It also runs slower than C++ because of the processes it has to go through to get down to machine code. If you don't know what object oriented programming is, a good overview can be found here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Object_oriented\n\nYou could imagine that developing an application is like building a house. Both languages can be used to achieve the same task, although building it with VB is like using bigger bricks. It would be quicker and easier to build, but you wouldn't have has much flexibility as you would with smaller bricks (e.g. in this analogy, using C++).\n\nDelphi is also a fully object oriented language and also very powerful. It has the same syntax as Pascal (which was a popular teaching language years ago and supported object orientation in later versions). Delphi is basically a modern GUI version of that.
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Manish it hardly matters if you choose either of them. Finally the code is compiled into IL which is the intermediatory language. If you are comfortable with VB U go for VB.NET if your background is C/C++ go for C#.NET. My personal opinion is VB.NET is much easier to work with.
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You can download a free version of Visual Basic from the link below.  Once you register, you'll get access to a free e-book, "Build a Program Now!", which I think is very good.  This version of Visual Basic includes .NET 2.0.\n\nThe other two links are Microsoft's information on Visual Basic and .NET.
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If you mean you want a desktop application with browser features then .NET Express, free until Nov, 2006 at Microsoft.  \n\nYou may find VB.NET an easier .NET language to write in and there are tons of reuseable code on VB.\n\nI use C#, I like it, it's a step up from JAVA and I can get some C++ power without the C++ freeforall that can cause code flaws, there is a ton of support for C# also.\n\nOther .NET languages you could choose are J# and C++.\n\nC++ is good when you do low level work and console apps with power.\n\nJ# is good if your into Java.\n\nAll links at eof...\n\n(** If you are on dialup do the manual download, get a free download manager like ZAP and a free ISO program like ISOBuster first, the IDE is at least 300MB, instructions are on the manual download page)\n\nAny language you choose to design in with .NET will have you creating one in less than a day.  Under 30 minutes if you know .NET already.\n\nIf you want to have a desktop application that hooks into a program on a web server and exchanges info, that's called a smart client and .NET is good for that also.\n\nJava Studio or Eclispse can be used but you'll have more work to do.\n\n.NET is the best for beginner to very advanced, the beginner version is call Express, the advances is Visual Studio Professional.\n\nNOTE:  Take the free webcasts lessons or video lessons and join the communities.  If you haven't visited Microsoft lately, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how open they are with the novice to advance programmer and how much help you'll get and alot of the free things that are offered. \n\nMany think MS means big expense to them and go with the open source tools, but they haven't checked out MS lately.  \n\nThere are also free .NET webhosts like Brinkster.\n\nEven the tools you pay for end up being cheaper than open source's cost.
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If you are creating a chatting software like yahoo or msn messenger, then c# is ok if you know it well.I used Visual Basic and Visual C++. They are way lot easier. And The main problem with these softwares is that they need constant updating and debugging. So Give VB or VC++ a try ok as they are relatively easier to code and hence update and debug.
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plain basic is , let's say, programmer friendly.\nNow, to write nice, user friendly applications in basic can prove really tough.\nIf you have never programmed, you can start with basic, but swith to higher level languages ASAP.\nI'd go for Pascal C++ or, better still, Java
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Hey, you are smart using the net to get some feedback... Please, ignore the comments from Diogenes 19384 (negative, and narrow-minded commment) and from pcwork 2007 (he even did not get the simple question you are asking).\n\nFirst of all, I think that you pose a valid question. Marketing research is (and should be) the first step to answer your question.\n\nYou do not need the latest programming language to satisfy an specific user's need and get millions... Visual Basic 6.0 is absolutely okay... you can create professional piece of software with it.\n\nI cannot tell you what will make you millonaire... I am also looking for a winner idea to make a program and make me rich... But I understand your point, and I can tell you a couple of truths...\n\n1-do not give up\n2-continue your research\n3-study, improve your tool (your brain and education)\n4-be prepared...the opportunity can arise at any moment\n\nGood luck!\nalpha
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It all depends on what language you want to learn. I'd suggest diving right into it with java, or C#.  They are relatively similar languages, aside from the fact that one is based on Windows technology and the other is multi-platform.
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Microsoft Excel VBA Programming for the Absolute Beginner\nhttp://rapidshare.de/files/22281642/mevp.rar.html
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I have found the following site to be the best with free/complete projects with source code for Visual Basic\n\nhttp://www.planet-source-code.com/
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sorry sohail but VB is something that can't be taught in a short time.\ntry going to tutorialized.com or just google it n find a good site.\n\nbe prepared for a looooooooooong journey of VB
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http://www.chami.com/tips/delphi/
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Well, VB.NET is a language...but with it you can do website development, application development, Windows Services, and more.  So, I'm a little confused by your question.  Here's a few ways I'm interpreting your question, and my answers to them:\n\nIf you mean "design versus programming", then it's a WHOLE DIFFERENT BEAST.  Because VB.NET is a language (just like Spanish or French), you have to learn to 'speak' it in order to use it well.  Sure, Microsoft automates some of it for you, but you don't really unleash the full potential of the language unless you edit it by hand.\n\nIf you mean "application versus web development", then they're pretty similar, under the hood.  VB.NET for web pages is the same VB.NET that you'd use for application development.  There's some significant differences between the two, but someone who codes VB.NET for web pages should have no problem coding VB.NET applications.\n\nIf you are talking about career paths, and which direction is more in demand, then that's a hard one.  Web design doesn't always pay very good...and it's REALLY competitive!  On the other hand, VB.NET isn't a really popular language in the market right now.  See, Visual Basic (the original language) all but ruined any chance VB.NET had of being taken seriously.  Instead of VB.NET, if it were me, I'd learn C# (...which really pains me to say because I'm a VB.NET guy...but hey, I'm being honest here...)\n\nHope at least ONE of those helps!  LOL\n--Dan
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Try the Visual Basic Bible.  It'll set you back around $50, but it's an awesome book.
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Consider this good luck. Visual Basic 6 is a legacy product. \n\nInstead, install Visual Basic .NET Express. You can download it free from microsoft.com
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C++ is a popular language used to do alot of difficult stuff. You can use it to program for different operating systems.\n\nJava is more of an open language, which will allow you to program for different platformas but more for a web based enviroment. few desktop applications are written with Java.\n\nVisual basic is also a great langauge. It's not as powerful as c++, but it's easy to build application with. It is used for rapid application development. Visual basics IDE's were written using c++ as well as the core of the windows operating system. Some of the smaller programs in windows are written in Visual basic (VB). dont waste your time with VB unless you are a beginner it spoils you rotten its so basic. Start with VB.Net. programs written with visual basic only work on windows. \n\nif by basic you mean Basic and not visual basic, then all i can say is: Basic is basic , i don't know of anyone using basic. I think basic was succeeded by other better languages like C. basic stands for something but i can't remember . \n\nPascal, I think is like C but I am not familiar with it. I think it was succeeded by Delphi.\n\nAnd yes unix is a very powerful operating system used on some servers.
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yes its a good idea to learn vb.net ,and if u dont have any idea about vb6 even then u will learn it . the only thing matter here is how much u know about programming in general. if u dont know anything about programming even then u have to give some of your time to learn and practice it.Learning visual Basis 2005 step by step as mentioned by some of our fellow is a good book for a new learner.