Object-oriented Cobol  (English, Paperback, Chapin Ned)

This work introduces Object-Oriented Cobol to traditional Cobol programmers. It uses comparisons in much the same way as people learn a foreign language. This means that programmers of legacy Cobol can grasp and learn the new version more quickly. Material compares how programming situations are tackled under the two systems of Cobol, and the peculiarities of each. Starting with simple programs that every Cobol programmer has encountered, the book works up to more difficult and complex programs. Object-Oriented Cobol should appeal to MIS managers and project leaders because it gives a detailed discussion on evaluating the costs involved in switching to the new Object-Oriented Cobol as well as giving tips for a cost-effective transition.