Thinking of starting a BH programming class
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gonzomcribbinz
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Definitely interested in this. If not for me, then for someone that works with me. If you're PM'ming interested parties when it's ready to go, be sure to PM me as well.
Thanks,
-Gonzo Mcribbin
Thanks,
-Gonzo Mcribbin
headspin
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If you already have a solid understanding of C++ and C#, I don't think you would gain anything from the class, apart from maybe learning a blackhat trick or two.
Here's the stuff I'd be interested in learning, but only if it were PHP
-form automation
-captcha bypass
-html parsing
on another note, I think if you take 10 completely noob coders on your hands you will be biting off more than you can chew. When it comes to coding it just takes a lot longer for some to get it than others. Maybe you can write a series of ebooks or tutorials or whatever dealing with the stuff you've outlined and sell em individually.
-form automation
-captcha bypass
-html parsing
on another note, I think if you take 10 completely noob coders on your hands you will be biting off more than you can chew. When it comes to coding it just takes a lot longer for some to get it than others. Maybe you can write a series of ebooks or tutorials or whatever dealing with the stuff you've outlined and sell em individually.
MontyzPython
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I'd like to start learning some programming. I don't know much at all about it right now.
You just got my committment to taking the course with the flexibility. Has to be Weekends for me or it's a no-go.
sw40mpc
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Sorry, I'm going to be teaching desktop programming in VB .NET only, although I may add some basic PHP onto the end of the course. One of the the reasons for this is that the .NET languages are the easiest to learn for beginners. Also, I find they are the most flexible and easiest to use when it comes to developing web-capable desktop apps (namely the new System.Web and System.Net interfaces). Thanks to Silverlight technology, they can be embedded directly onto websites, and finally, ASP .NET is incredibly easy to learn for anyone who knows VB .NET.
I think I posted about this yesterday, partly because of time differences, I changed my mind and the course will consist mainly of video tutorials and ebooks. The optional group sessions will be for those who have questions or specific needs. Things will be easier for everyone this way and it also means I can charge less for the course.
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supermat007
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YEP AND ME! Was just about to buy PHP, JAVASCRIPT, MYSQL, and VB.NET in 24 hours books.
Defiantly want in!
Defiantly want in!
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chachinga
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Form automation and html parsing is totally doable with vb desktop apps. Captcha bypass not so much, but you can semi-automate submission services with very little user interaction. I think the most valuable thing you will get out of this (aside from how to start the vb.net compiler and make a hello world .exe) is how to word your search queries (google) in such a way that you will find already written code that you just piece together. For example "vb6 webbrowser control submit form" is a great start for building form automation.
Sounds like a good program for rookies. Most intro to anything programming classes at any institution usually take 4 months, so this might be a good accelerated course for those who are willing.
Sounds like a good program for rookies. Most intro to anything programming classes at any institution usually take 4 months, so this might be a good accelerated course for those who are willing.
headspin
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The course is about 90% completed and will be up within 10 days (probably within 7).
I will post in the BST section when it is as well as PM everyone who expressed interest.
@chachinga: You're right, Captcha bypass is hard. I was going to create a .vb class using unsupervised NNs for character recognition, but as it turns out most implementations need specific recognition features (e.g. rapidshare's cats) that would require their own different procedures (e.g. different noise removal techniques or edge detection for warped characters). I may work on this later but I won't package it with the course.
As a bonus, I will also be adding some pre-made code that downloads, watermarks, and reupps Youtube videos automatically. I was gonna sell the code as a complete app but I think everyone will benefit more from having the source code and knowing how to use it.
I will post in the BST section when it is as well as PM everyone who expressed interest.
@chachinga: You're right, Captcha bypass is hard. I was going to create a .vb class using unsupervised NNs for character recognition, but as it turns out most implementations need specific recognition features (e.g. rapidshare's cats) that would require their own different procedures (e.g. different noise removal techniques or edge detection for warped characters). I may work on this later but I won't package it with the course.
As a bonus, I will also be adding some pre-made code that downloads, watermarks, and reupps Youtube videos automatically. I was gonna sell the code as a complete app but I think everyone will benefit more from having the source code and knowing how to use it.
Split the classes up. One for USA and one for Europe.
Actually, with all the new members registering each month, and assuming good reviews of your class, you can probably teach the same course to 5+ people 1-2 times per month.
I realise that pasdoy, I have been learning vb for around two years on and off so i think this course would be good for me.