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"Anyone who is writing software for this computer will find it
necessary to have this book at hand."-Dr. Richard F. Daley,
Microcomputer writer and consultant
Whether you're writing programs for yourself or for commercial
distribution, you'll find this book an indispensable guide to
programming the Commodore Plus/4.
Written in a clear, easy-to-understand style, this complete handbook
includes extensive reference material and many practical
programming examples. The Programmer's Reference Guide for
the Commodore Plus/4
fully describes the use of each BASIC 3.5 command
gives tips on using the built-in integrated software
reviews major programming techniques
1 offers a graphics tutorial in BASIC and machine language
explains how to use the machine language monitor, 6502
assembly language, and the operating system
offers information on using major Plus/4 peripherals and more.
You'll find over 200 short program examples, in-depth information
not found in the Plus/4 manual, and helpful explanations of DOS and
BASIC error messages. In addition, the appendices provide the
Plus/4 memory and register maps and other important technical
specifications. This quick, handy reference will be invaluable to
all programmers, from beginners to professionals.
A resident of Abington, Pennsylvania, Cyndie Merten is a founding member
of Dyadic Software Associates, a microcomputer consulting firm. She
was previously a programmer for Commodore Business Machines.
Sarah Meyer is a free-lance technical writer who has published two other
books about the Plus/4. A resident of Conway, Massachusetts, Ms. Meyer
was formerly a Technical Writer and Editor at Commodore Business
Machines.
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