Create your own Serial Number Code Input using VB.Net
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VB.NET Projects with Source Code: 250+ Free Windows Forms Capstones for BSIT Students (2026)
itsourcecode.com hosts 250+ free VB.NET capstone projects with full source code (2026): Visual Basic .NET Windows Forms applications for the most common BSIT capstone domains. Most projects target Visual Studio 2012-2022 with MS Access, MySQL, or SQL Server as the database backend. Every project ships with runnable source, SQL backup, and setup instructions. Browse by domain below.
Why VB.NET still dominates BSIT capstones in the Philippines (2026)
Three reasons VB.NET remains the most-defended capstone language in Philippine BSIT programs: (1) Windows Forms = panel-friendly: drag-and-drop UI design, visible code-behind, and immediate visual results. Panels recognize the structure instantly. (2) MS Access or MySQL Express works on any lab PC: no client/server setup, no IT department coordination. Your capstone demos cleanly on whatever laptop the panel uses. (3) Visual Studio Community is free: same IDE as enterprise, no license issues, full IntelliSense and debugger. Lab PCs running Windows 10/11 with 8GB RAM handle it comfortably.
How to choose your VB.NET capstone domain
Pick a domain you can demo with real data. Worked in a clinic, sari-sari store, or school office? Pick that domain, your panel cannot easily challenge what you have witnessed.
Match scope to your team and timeline. Solo or pair = pick from “Utility & Mini Systems” (5-8 forms). Full team for 4-6 months = pick from “Hotel/POS/School Management” (15-25 forms with reports).
Decide MS Access vs MySQL upfront. MS Access for fastest setup (no separate server, .mdb file ships with project). MySQL when your school standardizes on it or you need multi-user support. Don’t switch databases mid-project.
Featured VB.NET projects by domain
🏨 Hotel, Restaurant, Cafe & POS
Hotel Management System (Project)
Complete Hotel Management System
Monbela Hotel Management System
Hotel ERP System v3.3
Triple-A Hotel Room Reservation
Restaurant Management System
Cafe Management System
Touchscreen Restaurant POS
Touchscreen Restaurant POS (Back/Front Office)
Touch Screen POS + Waiter App
🛒 Sales, Inventory & POS
Sales and Inventory Management
Complete POS and Inventory System
POS Inventory System
Sales Inventory System (RV Empire)
Inventory System with SMS Notification
Point of Sale Inventory System
Inventory Management System
Bakery Inventory Management
Sales Management System
Zenventory Gadgets Inventory
Computer Hardware Inventory
Computer Lab Inventory Management
🏥 Hospital, Clinic & Pharmacy
Hospital Information Management
District Hospital Records Management
Hospital Management Database Design
Clinic Information Management (KCC)
Pharmacy Management System
📚 Library, Bookshop & Records
Library Management System (Project)
Proposed Library Management (Columban’s Academy)
ICHS Library System
TNHS Library System Software
Bookshop Management System
BookFinder System
🏦 ATM, Banking, Billing & Finance
ATM System
Life Bank Finance Lending System
Water Billing System
Accounts Receivable Mini System
💼 Payroll, HR & Employee Management
Payroll System (VB.NET)
Payroll System (alt)
Fix-Mix Payroll System
Breadline Payroll System
Employee Management System
Employee Information Management
HR Employee Evaluation System
NOCECO Leave Monitoring System
🛡️ Barangay, Voting & Government
Barangay Information System
Simple Barangay Information System
Voting System
Simple E-Voting System
Driver’s License Registration System
Land Transportation Office Registration
Jail Management System
Online Business Permit Application
🚗 Car Rental & Transport
Car Rental System (VB.NET)
Car Rental System (VB.NET + MS Access)
Car Rental Mini System
🎓 School, Enrollment & Academic
Enrollment System
PSITS Organizational Management
Automated Electronic Portfolio System
Complete Award Recording System
Sports Event Management System
Canteen Voucher System (RFID)
KCC Judging System
Laptop Management System
📦 Other management systems
Complete Reservation System
Poultry Management System
Fish Management System
Simple Cashiering System
KCC Car Pass System
Print Logger System
Simple Reminder System
Mini Quiz System
🎮 Games & Utilities
Maze Game (Visual Basic 2013)
Flappy Bird (Visual Basic 2013)
Paint System
Send Text Messages (SMS)
Real-Time CPU Temperature Reading
🛠️ VB.NET fundamentals & tutorials
VB.NET Tutorial for Beginners with Examples: Best starting point for VB.NET newcomers.
VB.NET Projects with Source Code Free Download: Curated flagship roundup.
Connect MySQL Database to VB.NET
Insert Image into Access Database
VB.NET Data Types and Dim Declarations
Conditional and Logical Operators
Copy File Using VB.NET
Delete File Using VB.NET
Convert Image to Base64
String Contains and Replace
Read Source Code from Web Page
Reorder ListBox Items
Backup/Restore MS Access Database
About this VB.NET projects collection
Curated since 2015 by PIES Information Technology Solutions, Binalbagan, Negros Occidental, Philippines. Most of these systems have been defended at Carlos Hilado Memorial State College (CHMSC) Binalbagan campus and other BSIT programs. Each project has been tested on Visual Studio 2012-2022 with MS Access or MySQL before publishing. Used by 12,000+ BSIT students monthly.
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How to Change Web Browser Home Page in VB.Net
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Search Data from Multiple Table Columns in mySQL using VB.Net
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Populate Multiple Data to ListView from mySQL database using VB.Net
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Counting Links using Web Page in VB.Net
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Get List of All Links on a Web Page in VB.Net
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FillWeight Layout DataGridView Columns using VB.Net
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Automated Electronic-Portfolio System using VB.NET
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Get List of Installed Fonts Using ListBox in VB.Net
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VB.Net Project Application Settings Store and Retrieve Information
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Change Background Image And Style in VB.Net
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Limiting Data Selection Query in mySQL using VB.Net
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Complete POS and Inventory System using VB.Net
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these VB.NET projects free for capstone and thesis use?
Yes. All 250+ VB.NET projects on itsourcecode.com are free to download, modify, and submit as part of your BSIT capstone or thesis. No attribution required for academic use. We do recommend you modify the code substantially before submission, panels in 2026 actively check for known capstone codebases.
What Visual Studio version do I need?
Visual Studio Community 2022 (free) is the safest pick, opens projects from Visual Studio 2010 through 2019 with zero conversion friction. Most projects on this page target Visual Studio 2012, 2013, or 2015 originally; they upgrade automatically when you open them in VS 2022. Avoid Visual Studio 2008 and earlier, they cannot open newer .vbproj files. The .NET Framework requirement is usually 4.5-4.8.
MS Access vs MySQL vs SQL Server, which database should I use?
MS Access for fastest local demo, the .mdb or .accdb file ships with your project, no separate database server needed. Best for single-user capstones. MySQL or MariaDB if your school standardizes on it or your system needs multi-user access. SQL Server LocalDB is the modern Microsoft default and installs with Visual Studio. Pick what your school requires; do not switch databases mid-project.
VB.NET vs C#, which should I learn for my capstone?
VB.NET if your school's curriculum teaches it (most Philippine BSIT programs do). C# if you have a choice or want better long-term career relevance, Microsoft has shifted most new tooling and tutorials to C#. The two languages compile to the same .NET IL and use the same libraries; switching after capstone takes about 2 weeks. For 2026 capstones in the Philippines, VB.NET is still the safe default, panel familiarity matters.
How do I run a VB.NET project I downloaded?
(1) Extract the ZIP. (2) Double-click the .sln (Solution) file to open in Visual Studio. (3) If Visual Studio prompts to upgrade the project format, accept. (4) Right-click the project in Solution Explorer, choose Restore NuGet Packages. (5) If using a database, import the included .sql file into MySQL or attach the .mdb file. (6) Update the connection string in App.config or the data access class. (7) Press F5 to run.
Can I deploy a VB.NET Windows Forms project to the web?
No directly, Windows Forms is desktop-only. For web deployment you would need to rewrite as ASP.NET Web Forms (similar look) or ASP.NET Core MVC (modern stack). For BSIT defense, most panels accept desktop demos on the panel's laptop. If your panel requires web deployment, browse our ASP.NET Projects category instead.
Do the downloads include capstone documentation (Chapter 1 to 5)?
VB.NET source code packages typically include the working program, database file, and a README with setup steps. Capstone documentation (Chapters 1 Introduction, 2 RRL, 3 Methodology, 4 Results, 5 Recommendations) is NOT included, you write it yourself. For documentation templates and chapter-by-chapter guides, browse our Final Year Projects (FYP) hub. For UML diagrams in Chapter 3, see our UML Diagrams Library.
How often is this VB.NET projects list updated?
New VB.NET capstone projects are added regularly. Existing posts are revised when Visual Studio ships major versions or when MS Access connector behavior changes. This page was last refreshed in May 2026.