A reference manual intended for readers who wish to acquire skill in using the Turbo PASCAL language. The text contains many problems designed for interactive use on the reader's own computer and exercises which illustrate how the language behaves in certain circumstances.

This introductory programming text for TURBO Pascal incorporates graphics and object-oriented programming and emphasizes communication skills. It covers procedures, functions, and parameters early in the text. Pedagogy includes Note of Interest boxes, communication and style tips, focus on program design, programming problems and projects, and communication in practice activities.