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Some of the Contents of the Book

Part 1 Programmer’s Reference

• Chapter 1 Tokens and Constants
  • Special Symbols and Reserved Words
  • Identifiers
  • Labels
  • Numbers
  • Character Strings
  • Constant Declarations
  • Comments
  • Program Lines
• Chapter 2 Blocks, Locality, and Scope
  • Syntax
  • Rules of Scope
  • Scope of Interface and Standard Identifiers
• Chapter 3 Types
  • Simple Types
  • Ordinal Types
  • Integer Types
  • Boolean Type
  • Char Type
  • Enumerated Types
  • Subrange Types
  • Real Types
    • Software Floating Point
    • 8087 Floating Point
  • String Types
  • Structured Types
    • Array Types
    • Record Types
    • Set Types
    • File Types
    • Pointer Types
    • Procedural Types
  • Identical and Compatible Types
    • Type Identity
    • Type Compatibility
    • Assignment Compatibility
  • The Type Declaration Part
• Chapter 4 Variables
  • Variable Declarations
  • The Data Segment
  • The Stack Segment
  • Absolute Variables
  • Variable References
    • Qualifiers
    • Arrays, Strings, and Indexes
    • Records and Field Designators
    • Pointers and Dynamic Variables
    • Variable Typecasts
• Chapter 5 Typed Constants
  • Simple-Type Constants
  • String-Type Constants
  • Structured-Type Constants
    • Array-Type Constants
    • Record-Type Constants
    • Set-Type Constants
  • Pointer-Type Constants
• Chapter 6 Expressions
  • Expression Syntax
  • Operators
    • Arithmetic Operators
    • Logical Operators
    • Boolean Operators
    • String Operator
    • Set Operators
    • Relational Operators
    • Comparing Simple Types
    • Comparing Strings
    • Comparing Packed Strings
    • Comparing Pointers
    • Comparing Sets
    • Testing Set Membership
  • The @ Operator
    • @ with a Variable
    • @ with a Value Parameter
    • @ with a Variable Parameter
    • @ with a Procedure or Function
  • Function Calls
  • Set Constructors
  • Value Typecasts
• Chapter 7 Statements
  • Simple Statements
    • Assignment Statements
    • Procedure Statements
    • Goto Statements
  • Structured Statements
    • Compound Statements
    • Conditional Statements
      • If Statements
      • Case Statements
    • Repetitive Statements
      • Repeat Statements
      • While Statements
      • For Statements
    • With Statements
• Chapter 8 Procedures and Functions
  • Procedure Declarations
  • Forward Declarations
  • External Declarations
  • Inline Declarations
  • Function Declarations
  • Parameters
    • Value Parameters
    • Variable Parameters
    • Untyped Variable Parameters
  • Procedural Types
    • Procedural Type Declarations
    • Procedural Variables
    • Procedural Type Parameters
    • Procedural Types in Expressions
• Chapter 9 Programs and Units
  • Program Syntax
  • The Program Heading
  • The Uses Clause
  • Unit Syntax
  • The Unit Heading
  • The Interface Part
  • The Implementation Part
  • The Initialization Part
  • Indirect Unit References
  • Circular Unit References
  • Sharing Other Declarations
• Chapter 10 Input and Output
  • An Introduction to I/O
  • Standard Procedures and Functions for All Files
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • Standard Procedures and Functions for Text Files
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • Standard Procedures and Functions for Untyped Files
  • The FileMode Variable
  • Devices in Turbo Pascal
    • DOS Devices
    • The CON Device
    • The LPT1, LPT2, and LPT3 Devices
    • The COM1 and COM2 Devices
    • The NUL Device
  • Text File Devices
• Chapter 11 Standard Procedures and Functions
  • Flow Control Procedures
  • Dynamic Allocation Procedures and Functions
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • Transfer Functions
  • Arithmetic Functions
  • Ordinal Procedures and Functions
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • String Procedures and Functions
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • Pointer and Address Functions
  • Miscellaneous Procedures and Functions
    • Procedures
    • Functions
• Chapter 12 Standard Units
  • Standard Unit Dependencies
  • The System Unit
  • The Printer Unit
  • The Dos Unit
    • Constants, Types, and Variables
      • Flags Constants
      • File Mode Constants
      • File Record Types
      • File Attribute Constants
      • The Registers Type
      • The DateTime Type
      • The SearchRec Type
      • The File-Handling String Types
      • The DosError Variable
    • Interrupt Support Procedures
    • Date and Time Procedures
    • Disk Status Functions
    • File-Handling Procedures and Functions
      • Procedures
      • Functions
    • Process-Handling Procedures and Functions
      • Procedures
      • Functions
    • Environment-Handling Functions
    • Miscellaneous Procedures and Function
      • Procedures
      • Function
  • The Crt Unit
    • The Input and Output Files
    • Windows
    • Special Characters
    • Line Input
    • Constants, Types, and Variables
      • Crt Mode Constants
      • Text Color Constants
      • Crt Variables
        • CheckBreak
        • CheckEOF
        • CheckSnow
        • DirectVideo
        • LastMode
        • TextAttr
        • WindMin and WindMax
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • The Graph Unit
    • Drivers
    • IBM 8514 Support
    • Coordinate System
    • Current Pointer
    • Text
    • Figures and Styles
    • Viewports and Bit Images
    • Paging and Colors
    • Error-Handling
    • Getting Started
    • User-Written Heap Management Routines
    • Graph Unit Constants, Types and Variables
      • Constants
      • Types
      • Variables
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • The Turbo3 Unit
    • Interface Section
    • Kbd
    • CBreak
    • Procedures
    • Functions
  • The Graph3 Unit
    • Procedures
• Chapter 13 Overlays
  • The Overlay Unit
    • Constants and Variables
      • The OvrResult Variable
      • Result Codes
    • Procedures and Functions
      • OvrInit
      • OvrInitEMS
      • OvrSetBuf
      • OvrGetBuf
      • OvrClearBuf
  • Designing Overlaid Programs
    • Overlay Code Generation
    • The FAR Call Requirement
    • Initializing the Overlay Manager
    • Initialization Sections in Overlaid Units
    • What Not to Overlay
    • Debugging Overlays
    • External Routines in Overlays
• Chapter 14 Using the 8087
  • The 8087 Data Types
  • Extended Range Arithmetic
  • Comparing Reals

Book Description

“Turbo Pascal Reference Guide (1989)” is more than just a manualit’s a time capsule from the golden age of programming. Compiled by Borland International, this guide provides a thorough overview of Turbo Pascal’s features, syntax, and quirks. It’s not only for those who remember floppy disks but also for anyone interested in learning how robust software was built before modern IDEs took over. The language is clear, concise, and sprinkled with practical examples, making it a handy resource for both students and professionals.

Book Overview

This PDF covers everything you’d expect from a reference guide: data types, procedures, functions, error handling, and even those elusive compiler directives. It starts with the basics but quickly dives into more advanced topics, so you won’t get bored if you already know your way around a loop or two. If you’re looking to expand your understanding, you might also find the Pascal Language Reference helpful as a companion piece. The structure is logicaleach section builds on the last, which keeps things flowing nicely.

Why Read This Book

Honestly? Turbo Pascal was a game-changer back in its day. This guide captures that spirit perfectly. If you’ve ever wanted to peek under the hood of vintage software development or just want to brush up on your Pascal skills for fun (or bragging rights), this is your ticket. You’ll find yourself nodding along at some smart programming tricks and maybe even groaning at how much simpler things are now. For anyone with curiosity or nostalgiaor boththis book’s worth your time.

Who This Book Is For

This guide is ideal for students learning programming fundamentals, hobbyists exploring classic languages, or professionals seeking a solid reference. Even if you’re new to coding, don’t worrythe explanations are beginner-friendly but never condescending. For those interested in modern approaches as well, check out Modern Object Pascal Introduction for Programmers to see how far things have come since 1989!

What You Will Learn

• The core syntax and structure of Turbo Pascal
• How to write efficient procedures and functions
• Tips for debugging and error handling like a pro
• Compiler directives and what they actually do
• Practical examples you can use right away
• The differences between Turbo Pascal and other Pascal dialects
• How old-school programmers kept their sanity without Stack Overflow!

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