Which one is better? ASP or ASP.Net

[youthalive]

Hi. I just joined into this forum with recommendation from my friend. Currently Im studying in college and I have a project which is to create an web application called "Job Placement System". I was wondering whether to use ASP or ASP.Net? So now I need guidance as I have 0% knowledge in both languages. Can someone tell me or guide me which language to use and how to use it in an efficient way? Besides, I need to finish this project ASAP. Or is there any other languages which are effective and easy to use?

 

[Derek Stone]

You cant really label one language better than another. In your case both will do the job rather nicely.

If you want my biased opinion though, use ASP.NET.

 

[youthalive]

y did u said so derek? can u elaborate more on your opinion of ASP.Net compare to ASP?

 

[Derek Stone]

ASP.NET forces better programming practices, offers more features, and is the newest kid on the block.

 

[youthalive]

if it is talking about simple to code and time limitation, does ASP.Net has the advantage of it??

 

[Derek Stone]

Once you fully understand the development style used in ASP.NET things tend to be produced at a slightly faster rate than ASP. As a beginner though, youll most likely feel the opposite is true. Then again, thats how it goes with every language.

 

[idbdeveloper]

What to read?

First let me start off by saying that this is a gerat forum. I ran into it by total luck while doing a search in Google for some VB/Excel help. Congrats to the Admins and the MODS for a great learning tool.

Now, to my point...Derek, what do you recommend I read to start learning ASP.NET. I have programming experience, but none in ASP or ASP.NET. I want a well versed, easy to read and follow book or online tutorial. Obviously good real-world examples and hands-on activities is a plus.

Thanks...

 

[Derek Stone]

Ive never read a book or tutorial on programming before, as I learn quite differently than most. Im going to be of no help.