Visual C 6 Programming Blue Book

Demonstrates how to write programs using the Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFCs). Covers building Visual C++ Windows applications using the latest Microsoft tools and components, using controls and wizards, using Microsoft's ODBC technology, using ActiveX controls to build database applications, and developing rational database applications. The CD-ROM contains all the source code for the example programs and MFC utilities. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Demonstrates how to write programs using the Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFCs). Covers building Visual C++ Windows applications using the latest Microsoft tools and components, using controls and wizards, using Microsoft's ODBC technology, using ActiveX controls to build database applications, and developing rational database applications. The CD-ROM contains all the source code for the example programs and MFC utilities. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Microsofts Visual C++ 6.0 contains many new features to help developers build high performance applications. This book is ideal reading for those who want a quick introduction to Windows programming with Visual C++ and the Microsoft Foundation Class (MFC) library. Written in the inimitable style of the Essentials series, with lots of clear examples, this book is perfect for those who need to learn the maximum in the minimum time and to develop applications fast. Newcomers to the package will also find that Essential Visual C++ 6.0 fast will help them create applications - incorporating all the new features - quickly, effectively and productively. Topics covered include: the two key Windows classes: CFrameWnd and CWinApp; the MFC Library; message maps; controls; graphical output, and much more.

A one-stop reference for C++ programmers (beginners through experts) who want to learn Microsoft's powerful 32-bit Visual C++ X development environment. The book's tutorial "framework" provides a complete introduction to Win32 programming architecture (MFC, COM, etc.).

Written by a seasoned expert, this title covers all the major facets of database development, including desktop, client/server, and Web. The CD-ROM is a fully-interactive tutorial on Access development and contains all code examples and projects developed in the book.

Key features include integrated learning about all four aspects of COM (COM, Automation, ActiveX, and DCOM), an emphasized component creation and use of techniques independent of any single programming language. The CD-ROM includes source code for all projects presented in the book in all four development environments covered.

This guide to day-by-day Visual Basic 6 programming tips and techniques is not merely a syntax summary, but a detailed reference on creating code structures with VB6 code and data elements. Includes a tear-out, quick-reference card summarizing the VB6 language.