C++ Windows Programming

Key FeaturesCreate diverse applications featuring the versatility of Small Windows C++ libraryLearn about object-oriented programming in Windows and how to develop a large object-oriented class library in C++Understand how to tackle application-specific problems along with acquiring a deep understanding of the workings of Windows architectureBook DescriptionIt is critical that modern developers have the right tools to build practical, user-friendly, and efficient applications in order to compete in today s market. Through hands-on guidance, this book illustrates and demonstrates C++ best practices and the Small Windows object-oriented class library to ease your development of interactive Windows applications.Begin with a focus on high level application development using Small Windows. Learn how to build four real-world applications which focus on the general problems faced when developing graphical applications. Get essential troubleshooting guidance on drawing, spreadsheet, and word processing applications. Finally finish up with a deep dive into the workings of the Small Windows class library, which will give you all the insights you need to build your own object-oriented class library in C++.What you will learnDevelop advanced real-world applications in WindowsDesign and implement a graphical object-oriented class library in C++Get to grips with the workings of the integral aspects of the Win32 API, such as mouse input, drawing, cut-and-paste, file handling, and drop filesIdentify general problems when developing graphical applications as well as specific problems regarding drawing, spreadsheet, and word processing applicationsImplement classes, functions, and macros of the object-oriented class library developed in the book and how we implement its functionality by calling functions and macros in the Win32 APIAbout the AuthorStefan Björnander holds a master's degree in computer science, and has worked with software development for many years. He has lectured on programming for the industry and universities. He has also authored Microsoft Visual C++ Windows Applications by Example for Packt Publishing, which gained great acclaim.Table of ContentsIntroductionHello, Small World!Building a Tetris ApplicationWorking with Shapes and FiguresThe Figure HierarchyBuilding a Word ProcessorKeyboard Input and Character CalculationBuilding a Spreadsheet ApplicationFormula InterpretationThe FrameworkThe DocumentThe Auxiliary ClassesThe Registry, Clipboard, Standard Dialogs, and Print PreviewDialogs, Controls, and Page SetupRational and Complex Numbers Read more