Prerequisite Knowledge
- Programming curiosity
- Comfort with technical documentation
- Time for repeated practice and debugging
Learning Path
Visual Basic
Learn Visual Basic concepts still found in legacy enterprise systems, Office automation, and support environments.
Beginner
2 to 4 weeks
Software Development
Who It Is For
Veterans who want deep engineering skills across backend, APIs, automation, quality, and core languages.
Why it is relevant for veterans: Software engineering benefits from structured problem solving, debugging discipline, and team-based delivery.
Core Skills Covered
- Basic syntax
- Forms logic
- Office automation
- Legacy code reading
Beginner-To-Advanced Roadmap
Learn the core concepts, vocabulary, and hands-on basics for Visual Basic. Build one small practice project or lab and document what you learned.
Use Visual Studio, VB.NET in a more realistic scenario, practice troubleshooting, and create portfolio evidence tied to the skills employers ask for.
Move from task execution to ownership by improving reliability, security, communication, and delivery quality within Visual Basic workflows.
30-60-90 Day Starter Plan
Each step includes free learning links so users can move straight from plan to practice.
Phase 1Days 1-30
Learn the fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of Visual Basic and complete one introductory course.
Set up the tools
Install or access Visual Studio, VB.NET and finish one guided lab.
Track what you learn
Capture notes, unfamiliar terms, and a short weekly reflection so you can see progress.
Phase 2Days 31-60
Build a practice project
Build a practice project that demonstrates Basic syntax and Forms logic.
Review certification objectives
Review at least one certification objective from Microsoft Office Specialist.
Refresh resume and LinkedIn
Update LinkedIn and your resume with concrete tools, projects, and results.
Phase 3Days 61-90
Create a portfolio-ready artifact
Create a portfolio-ready artifact or demo tied to Support Developer responsibilities.
Practice your story
Practice explaining your project, your learning process, and your transferable veteran strengths.
Start applying
Start applying to internships, apprenticeships, support roles, or junior positions connected to Visual Basic.
Recommended Tools and Platforms
Visual Studio
VB.NET
Excel
Windows
Sample Roles
- Support Developer
- Automation Analyst
- Legacy Systems Specialist
Certification Progression
- Microsoft Office Specialist