Andy's Books

forum >> Programming questions >> C / C++ / Java
C#?
Posted Feb 16 2012 at 9:38 PM by Stephen Reed (stephenr)	I'm not a microsoft fan by any means. In fact I've been ranting at them for xbox and OS issues alike lately, however, (especially considering mono) I think C# deserves a place here. I'm a novice in it, and I'll probably switch to java since I want to develop android apps, however, C# has a lot going for it. I'm actually finding that (IMHO) it's better in some ways than Java. It's no big deal, but would it be okay to discuss C# here if the need arises? You have used it some yourself correct?

Author	Message

Andy	Posted: Feb 20 2012 kl. 8:36 PM I actually wrote one of the earliest C# books on the market (C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner.) I started the book before the IDE was finished, and had to run the early programs through a command - line compiler! I actually think C# is a pretty decent language, and it definitely has a place. However, I much prefer open-source, multi-platform languages, so I haven't done a lot with C# since the book went to market. Of course it's perfectly fine to talk about it, and this would probably be the forum. I only gave specific forums to languages or topics that I can provide significant input on. I currently teach classes in C/C++ and Java, so I have relevant input on those languages. A conversation involving C# is great, but I will not be able to contribute much, as my knowledge on the topic is quite out of date. -Andy

Stephen Reed	Posted: Feb 20 2012 kl. 8:44 PM Makes sense. I think I've asked before, but do you provide online courses?

Andy	Posted: Feb 23 2012 kl. 8:53 AM I've recorded about a dozen courses through IUPUI, and the older ones are generally available for free. I'm actually hoping to build a new set of online courses and videos through my own publishing brand. I'm currently working on a curriculum that will teach math and science through game development for kids that want to learn programming at home.

Stephen Reed	Posted: Feb 23 2012 kl. 9:25 PM That's a good idea. I am learning Algebra, and I've remarked before that programming set's me up well for it. Functions in algebra, for example, would have been a lot harder to understand were I not a programmer. Another advantage is that programming is fun, unlike math. I spent a long time on the math for a loan calculator. (Calculating payment based on loan and time period is the hardest, I had to look up the formula for that.) The point is, math, and Science suddenly become exiting when you add programming to the mix. (I've always enjoyed math for practical applications, but hated the repetition and perceived futility of workbook math.) It sounds like a good idea to me! In the mean time, I'll where can I find those existing courses?

C#?