Visual Basic is the world's dominant programming language, with more than 4 million users. Microsoft now pushes VB as a serious enterprise application development tool, and the latest version allows programmers to develop complex Web and database applications. The Visual Basic Developer's Guide series targets intermediate to advanced VB developers who want to learn how to make use of Microsoft's latest technologies, including ADO and COM. The authors are recognized VB experts, speak regularly at industry events, and contribute to some of the leading programming journals.This unique book gives experienced Visual Basic developers all the information they need in order to develop sophisticated e-commerce solutions using Microsoft technologies. Readers learn how to build an online store, complete with shopping carts, order status elements, security, and other features, using Visual Basic, SQL Server, Visual InterDev, and Active Server Pages. This is a nuts-and-bolts book, not an executive overview. Author Noel Jerke is a member of Microsoft's Commerce Partner Advisory Council and the author of several Visual Basic books.