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Many students approach programming with apprehension, assuming it requires a rare mathematical gift. This book is built on the opposite premise: programming is a practical discipline of logical thinking, and it can be taught clearly to anyone willing to learn. Introduction to Computer Programming and BASIC provides a structured, step-by-step foundation for first-year students and absolute beginners. Rather than rushing into complex syntax, it begins where true understanding begins: how computers process information, and how problems can be broken down and solved methodically. From there, it introduces algorithms, flowcharts, and the fundamental control structures that underpin every programming language. Using the highly accessible BASIC language, the text guides learners through variables, operators, decision-making, loops, arrays, strings, and subroutines. Each concept is reinforced with clear explanations, practical examples, and programming exercises designed to build genuine confidence. The book also covers essential professional habits, including testing, debugging, documentation, and an introduction to object-oriented programming. This is not a reference manual. It is a carefully paced teaching tool written for the classroom and the independent learner. Whether you are encountering code for the first time or strengthening a shaky foundation, this text offers a clear path forward. The goal is simple: to help you think like a programmer, write clean code, and build the skills needed to continue learning long after the final chapter.