Beginning Programming for Dummies shows you how computer programming works without all the technical details or hard programming language. It explores the common parts of every computer programming language and how to write for multiple platforms like Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux. This easily accessible guide provides you with the tools you need to:

• Create programs and divide them into subprograms
• Develop variables and use constants
• Manipulate strings and convert them into numbers
• Use an array as storage space
• Reuse and rewrite code
• Isolate data
• Create a user interface
• Write programs for the Internet
• Utilize JavaScript and Java Applets

In addition to these essential building blocks, this guide features a companion CD-ROM containing Liberty BASIC compiler and code in several languages. It also provides valuable programming resources and lets you in on cool careers for programmers. With Beginning Programming of Dummies, you can take charge of your computer and begin programming today!