Object-Oriented Programming in C++, Fourth Edition

Appendix C. Microsoft Visual C++

In This Appendix

• Screen Elements 864

• Single-File Programs 864

• Multifile Programs 866

• Building Console Graphics Lite Programs 868

• Debugging 868

This appendix tells you how to use Microsoft Visual C++ (MVC++) to create console-mode applications, which are the kind of applications used in this book. This discussion is based on MVC++ version 6.0.

The present version of MVC++ has good (although not perfect) adherence to Standard C++. It comes in various versions, including a student version for under $100.

We’ll assume that MVC++ is installed in your system, and that you know how to start it by using the Windows Start button and navigating to the appropriate menu item.

You’ll want to make sure you can see ...