Hello Abe: In my opinion, there are two ways to get back into programming. One way is to enrol in a college program and take some courses to update your skills. If you want to learn Java, I liked the book Thinking in Java by Bruce Eckel. You would want to check, but the book used to come with a CD that had example code. BookShare also has books on Java. I wouldn't try RFB&D because readers have a hard time reading JAVA. If you have an RFB&D account, you can of course try a few books and see how they work. Regards, Robert ----- Original Message ----- From: ALBERT A SCHWARTZBERG To: programmingblind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ; blind-it@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ; blind-geek@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ; nfb-announce@xxxxxxxxxx Sent: Monday, August 09, 2010 4:55 PM Subject: Re: C and Java Programmers Wanted I would like to get back into computer programming . I have 2 certificates in COBOL from over 20 years ago. I realize that the languages have changed but much of the structure and logic remains them same. I heard that BASIC is a good place to start but possibly that translates into VISUAL BASIC or some other language. I am legally blind and still can take advantage of a Closed Circuit TV and strong magnifiers. But I need RFB&D or Bookshare or some other recorded instructions. Please RSVP if you have any ideas or suggestions. Thank you, Abe Schwartzberg ----- Original Message ----- From: Robert Jaquiss To: programmingblind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ; blind-it@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ; blind-geek@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ; nfb-announce@xxxxxxxxxx Sent: Monday, August 09, 2010 12:59 PM Subject: C and Java Programmers Wanted Hello: I am posting this on behalf of the Center for Braille Innovation and Research. Wanted: C and Java programmers to work on a product being developed by the Center for Braille Innovation and Research. Cover letters and resumes should be sent to Deane Blazie Deane@xxxxxxxxxx Regards, Robert Jaquiss ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.441 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3060 - Release Date: 08/09/10 06:35:00