"By using my book with Visual C++ 6.0, you'll come to understand the fundamentals of the C++ language and learn to program for Microsoft Windows. First, I'll teach you C++ from first principles, using the new standard for the language in graduated examples. Then, using your newfound C++ knowledge, I'll show you how to build applications using the Microsoft Foundation Classes. You'll even see how to use the Active Template Library - the newest way to create controls. It's a challenge, but you'll have great fun beating it. This is your first step into the world of real programming."

This book is for anyone who wants to learn C++ and Windows programming with Visual C++ 6. Although progress will be easier if you have some experience of a programmer discipline, an adept newcomer will also succed in timing object-oriented programming and writing real Windows applications.