Master programmer Herb Schildt shows C and C++ developers how to take advantage of Windows 95's most powerful and advanced features in order to create powerful applications with a professional look and feel. More than just a study guide, this book encourages active learning. Guiding readers through application development, Schildt also presents code examples in C and C++.

This book, written by a leading programming authority, will teach all of the basics, such as creating dialog boxes, menus, bitmaps, etc. It will take on all of the key issues for programmers who have Windows experience, but need to learn about topics not covered in Windows 3.1, such as handling multithreaded programs, creating custom controls, and working in a 32-bit environment.

Concise and to-the-point, Windows 95 Programming Nuts and Bolts is the ideal way for the seasoned pro to learn Windows 95 programming. With Schildt's clear writing and extensive code examples in C and C++, you can quickly advance from one topic to the next. Everything you need--from Windows programming fundamentals to menus, controls, dialog boxes, multitasking, and graphics--is covered. Schildt also includes special "Fast Track Tips" and "Nuts and Bolts" boxes that show you how to apply what you are learning. Because it's written for experienced programmers, Windows 95 Programming Nuts and Bolts is packed with valuable information, insight, and techniques that will enable you to move effortlessly to this important new operating system.

With completely new material, master programmer Herb Schildt helps the C++ programmer fine tune his/her programming skills. He takes the C++ programmer into advanced topics such as Run Time Type Identifying (RTTI), sparse arrays, stacks, and expression parsing. He also gives readers a microscopic view of the powerful, object-oriented C++ string class, explaining how it functions, and how to exploit its many capabilities.

Class libraries are the programmer's equivalent of a full filing cabinet and make programming simpler. This book is a reference to the two Windows 95 libraries that programmers developing applications will use everyday. Ideal for a programmer who does know C and C++ but has no Windows programming experience. The CD contains sample programs.

A clear, comprehensive, well-paced description of all MFC essentials with numerous, ready-to-run examples, tips, and suggestions for those programmers transitioning from API for Windows programming. Includes in-depth boxes covering specific MFC programming topics and margin notes that provide concise information of critical terms without interrupting the text flow.