Windows 95 Programming For Dummies

Covering all the topics of Windows programming, this helpful guide gives readers the necessities and gets them programming without hassles. The book covers callbacks, messages, client/server processing basics, memory and multitasking to name a few.

This sequel to the bestselling Teach Yourself Windows Programming in 21 Days is a 21 day tutorial on learning Windows programming. The second edition features all the new programming protocols and functions involved with the newest version of Microsoft Windows.

Features tasks and commands in alphabetical order, step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow advice.

Guide to learning the basics of Windows 95 with information on how to install, use cut and paste, "click," and terminology.

A practical insider's guide to coding the new UI features. Coverage includes implementing the new common controls, shell extensions, new environment features called shortcuts, and changes to the common dialog boxes. The disk provides all the source code and a complete application that combines a broad assortment of the new interface elements.

This "Dummies 101" title helps users master the most important features of Windows 95 and takes the guesswork out of learning a new operating system. The companion CD supplements the work to make learning fun and easy with exercises and accessory programs.

This book explains how best to use the powerful features of Windows 95 in Win32-based applications, 16-bit Windows application, and MS-DOS-based applications. It also provides guidelines for developing virtual devices that support applications. Provided by members of the Microsoft Windows 95 technical team, this important information is not available anywhere else.

Finally, here is an easy-to-understand book on Excel programming that introduces the user to language elements using realistic and practical examples. This reference covers all the commonly used aspects of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). A Top Ten List gives the top 10 questions and answers.