TRS-80 Color Basic

The new, immensely popular TRS-80 Color Computer is friendly, fun and easy to use by kids and adults, at home or in school. Now Bob Albrecht, the "dragon" of personal computing, shows you how to use the unique color, sound and graphic capabilities of this low-cost machine for educational and recreational activities. And, as you learn and play your way through this crystal-clear guide, you can teach yourself BASIC, the language of the TRS-80 and many other computers. Packed with games, experiments, programming problems and solutions, this entertaining self-instructional book is *the* ideal introductory aid for kids, parents and teachers using the Color Computer.

TRS-80 Color Basic leads beginners step by step into good programming practices. The programs in his book are exceptionally readable. No previous computer experience is required. You'll start with "easy stuff"... move on to rereations with words, numbers, music and color graphics... and master games and simulations. You'll find activities related to popular fantasy role-playing games. There are plenty of exercises, scores of intriguing challenges (with solutions) and ample opportunities to experiment with your own ideas.

There's an entire chapter devoted to programming problems. Many different solutions are offered, showing how various features of BASIC apply and offering brand-new methods that readers can also adapt to Microsoft BASIC languages on other popular personal computers.

"So explore, enjoy and tell us about your discoveries!" - Bob Albrecht, The Dragon

Bob Albrecht

Bob Albrecht is a founder of People's Computer Company, Computer Town, USA! and Computer Kid, USA! He writes regularly for Popular Computing and The Computing Teacher and is the author of five other best-selling Wiley Self-Teaching Guides.

More than a million people have learned to program, use and enjoy microcomputers with Wiley Self Teaching Guides. Look for them at all your favourite bookshop or computer store!