Create your own Serial Number Code Input using VB.Net
Create your own Serial Number Code Input using VB.Net
In this tutorial, you will learn how to create your own serial number code input using Visual Basic 2008
First, create your project then drag for text boxes and resize it into small fields just like the example image below:

Next, rename your text boxes to serial1, serial2, serial3 and serial4 for you to distinguish which is which.
Then, double click each text box for you to auto-generate the text box changed event and insert this line of code:
Private Sub serial1_TextChanged(sender As Object, e As EventArgs) Handles serial1.TextChanged If serial1.TextLength = 4 Then serial1.Enabled = False serial2.Focus() Else serial1.Enabled = True End If End Sub
For serial1 text box changed event.
Private Sub serial2_TextChanged(sender As Object, e As EventArgs) Handles serial2.TextChanged If serial2.TextLength = 4 Then serial2.Enabled = False serial3.Focus() Else serial2.Enabled = True End If End Sub
For serial2 text box changed event.
Private Sub serial3_TextChanged(sender As Object, e As EventArgs) Handles serial3.TextChanged If serial3.TextLength = 4 Then serial3.Enabled = False serial4.Focus() Else serial3.Enabled = True End If End Sub
For serial3 text box changed event.
Private Sub serial4_TextChanged(sender As Object, e As EventArgs) Handles serial4.TextChanged If serial4.TextLength = 4 Then serial4.Enabled = False Else serial4.Enabled = True End If End Sub
For serial4 text box changed event.
Success! You have learned how to create your own serial number code input using Visual Basic 2008.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does this VB.NET project work?
Built with VB.NET WinForms (.NET Framework 4.5+) and SQL Server backend. Standard structure: Form designer to code-behind event handlers to ADO.NET data access layer to SQL Server. Login form for auth. Ready to extend for BSIT capstone scope.
What Visual Studio and SQL Server versions does this VB.NET project require?
Most projects use VB.NET WinForms on .NET Framework 4.5+ with SQL Server 2012 Express or higher. To run: install Visual Studio 2019 / 2022 (Community is free) with the ‘Desktop development with .NET’ workload, install SQL Server Express + SSMS, open the .sln file, build, run.
How do I set up the database for this VB.NET project?
Open SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and connect to your SQL Server (e.g. localhost\SQLEXPRESS). Right-click Databases, choose Restore Database OR New Database then import the included .sql script. Update the connection string in App.config (or in code-behind Module) with your server name + credentials. Rebuild and run.
Can I use this VB.NET project for a BSIT capstone or thesis?
Yes, VB.NET is one of the most accepted languages by Philippine BSIT panels. Extend it: add role-based access (admin/staff/customer login redirect), Crystal Reports or RDLC reports, dashboards with Chart control, audit log, multi-branch support. Pair with Chapter 1-5 documentation matching your panel’s rubric.
Why am I getting ‘connection error’ or ‘cannot find SQL Server’?
Three common VB.NET issues: (1) Connection error: SQL Server isn’t running. Open SQL Server Configuration Manager and verify SQL Server (SQLEXPRESS) service is started. (2) Wrong server name in connection string. Try .\SQLEXPRESS, (local)\SQLEXPRESS, or your machine name. (3) Login failed: SQL Server is set to ‘Windows-only’ authentication. Switch to Mixed Mode in SSMS Server Properties, Security.
Where can I find more VB.NET projects with source code?
Browse the VB.NET Projects hub for the full library. For C# WinForms alternatives see C# Projects. For ASP.NET web alternatives see ASP.NET Projects. For BSIT capstone idea lists see 150 Best Capstone Project Ideas.
