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Build faster, high performing native applications using PGO
Build faster, high performing native applications using PGO
Learn about the Profile Guided Optimization (PGO) runtime compiler optimization.

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Get Started with Visual C++

Find the essential resources for learning Visual C++, including features, supported platforms, and an overview of Windows programming.

Explore the Visual Studio IDE for C++

Learn how to create a standard C++ program and test its functionality by using features in Visual Studio.

How Do I: Create a Console Application with Visual C++ Express Edition? (2005)

Create console applications using the C and C++ languages.

Develop a Win32 Application in Visual C++ (2005)

Learn how to build a Win32 application with a graphical user interface.

Principles of Object-Oriented Programming

Learn the principles of object-oriented programming, and write a small MFC program to illustrate them.

C++ Language and Standard Libraries

Get guidelines and reference content for the Microsoft implementation of the ISO standards for C and C++.

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