This fourth Edition presents new examples on submodules, derived type i/o, object oriented programming, abstract interfaces and procedure pointers, C interop, sorting and searching, statistics and converting to more modern versions of Fortran. Key Features Highlights the core language features of modern Fortran including data typing, array processing, control structures, functions, subroutines, modules and submodules, user defined types, pointers, operator overloading, generic programming, parallel programming, abstract interfaces, procedure pointers Pinpoints common problems that occur when programming Illustrates the use of several compilers Introduction to Programming with Fortran has been written for the complete beginner with little or no programming background as well as existing Fortran programmers and those with programming experience in other languages

C# is a new language from Microsoft and is a key part of their .NET framework. It is a modern, well-engineered language, in the same family of programming languages in terms of syntax, as C, C++ and Java. If you have knowledge of one of these languages, it will look very familiar. Essential C# fast is a quick, practical introduction to the C# programming language. It includes complete programming examples that highlight the core features of this language, and covers areas such as: - Using C# with a traditional compile run cycle;- Using C# within the Developer Studio environment; - Different data types supported in C#; - Control structures and input and output (i/o) in C#; - Key features of C# and their relationship to C, C++, Java and other programming languages. The source code for examples in this book is available from the Essential series web site: www.essential-series.com

Linux has become increasingly popular as an alternative operating system to Microsoft Windows as its ease of installation and use has improved. This, combined with an ever growing range of applications, makes it an attractive alternative to Windows for many people.Essential Linux fast covers areas such as:- The essential preliminaries that should be carried out before installing Linux- Installing a Linux system- Configuring peripherals- Using X windows- Basic and intermediate Unix commands- Using the Internet with Linux- Using Linux for document preparation- Using Linux for programmingIf you want to make the switch from Windows, this is the book you need. Ian Chivers tells you how to get and install Linux and explains why Linux is becoming the hottest operating system of the millennium.

Introducing Fortran 95 contains:- Lots of clear and simple examples highlighting the language features- Details of a variety of internet based sources which will prove invaluable for those seeking further information and support- Key features of the latest version of Fortran, including ISO Technical Reports TR 15580 and TR 15581This comprehensive introduction will be essential to the complete beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of programming using a modern, powerful, expressive and safe language, and to those wanting to update their programming skills by making the move from earlier versions of Fortran.Ian Chivers and Jane Sleightholme are the joint owners of comp-fortran-90. Both authors have been involved in teaching and supporting Fortran and related areas for over 20 years.

Microsoft's Visual C++ 6.0 is designed to help developers build high performance applications. This book offers a quick introduction to Windows programming using Visual C++ and the Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) library. Coverage includes

* the 2 key Windows classes: CFrameWnd and CWinApp
* message Maps
* controls
* graphical Output.

Essential Visual C++ 6.0 fast will help developers create their own applications quickly and effectively.

This fourth Edition presents new examples on submodules, derived type i/o, object oriented programming, abstract interfaces and procedure pointers, C interop, sorting and searching, statistics and converting to more modern versions of Fortran. Key Features Highlights the core language features of modern Fortran including data typing, array processing, control structures, functions, subroutines, modules and submodules, user defined types, pointers, operator overloading, generic programming, parallel programming, abstract interfaces, procedure pointers Pinpoints common problems that occur when programming Illustrates the use of several compilers Introduction to Programming with Fortran has been written for the complete beginner with little or no programming background as well as existing Fortran programmers and those with programming experience in other languages