If you are new to programming with Microsoft Visual C++ and are looking for a solid introduction to using 2OO5 Express Edition, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science professors, books in the for the absolute beginner series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition Programming for the Absolute Beginner gives you the skills that you need to effectively create, manage, and maintain your projects using Visual C++. You'll also be ready to tackle more practical Visual C++ programming applications as you learn how to put these skills to use in real-world scenarios. Best of all, by the time you finish this book, you will be able to apply the basic principles you've learned to the next programming language you tackle.

With the instructions in this book, you'll learn about:

• Navigating the development environment
• Putting together a graphical user interface
• Applying conditional logic
• Enhancing code structure and organization
• Integrating graphics and audio

• Introduction
• An Introduction to Visual C++ 2005 Express
• Navigating the Visual C++ 2005 Express Edition Environment
• Creating an Application Interface
• Working with Menus and Toolbars
• Storing and Retrieving Data in Memory
• Applying Conditional Logic
• Processing Lots of Data with Loops
• Enhancing Code Structure and Organization
• Getting Comfortable with Object-Oriented Programming
• Integrating Graphics and Audio
• Debugging Visual C++ Applications
• Appendix A: What's on the Companion Web Site?
• Appendix B: What's Next?
• Index