"Beginning with a look at the Pascal commands that are similar to their BASIC counterparts, you'll learn about the language structure (using some simple sample programs) and find out how to use the function blocks (just like subroutines in BASIC, only less troublesome) and new loop commands. The most important input and output commands are covered and debugging techniques are explained. Once you've mastered these fundamentals, you'll be ready to try your own original program in Pascal!
"A large portion of this book consists of practical programs and illustrate and give examples of the finer points of Pascal. You'll find out how you can achieve the same results as you'd get using BASIC, but with much more flexibility, for records, strings, pointers, and variables. There's also a summary of Pascal syntax, a glossary of terms, a comparison of compiled Pascal code and assembler code, a look at extensions to Pascal, and sample programs that provide answers to exercises given in the text.
"If you're a serious programmer who's tired of the bulkiness of the BASIC built into your microcomputer, this sourcebook is your key to acquiring a firm, well-rounded knowledge of Pascal...and a whole new world of programming achievement!"
