While most books show you only the basics - or are simply too advanced for migrating programmers and novices - Visual C++ 5 From the Ground Up fits the needs of every programmer. You get four books for the price of one as you work your way through tutorials on Visual C++ basics, databases, Internet/ActiveX, and development issues, tapping into the most important topics of corporate development today.
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Although the cover of the book says it's for beginning and intermediate programmers, Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up is clearly a tutorial geared toward programmers who are at least experienced with C. This book does not present a comprehensive introduction to C++ or Visual C++. Instead, it focuses on three specific areas: database programming, Internet programming, and application packaging.
The first part of the book is a very high level overview of the Visual C++ 5 product itself. Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up briefly discusses the differences in the various versions of the product, describes some of the key interface elements of Developer Studio, and takes you through building a simple application. The text then moves into using Visual C++ for database applications. It discusses the differences between ODBC and DAO data access and quickly walks you through building an application with each. The guide then switches gears and dives into programming for the Web. It provides a reasonable overview of HTML and JavaScript, and then teaches you how to build a simple push-button ActiveX control and an ActiveX document application. The last section covers several different developer level topics, including security, help file creation, and installation program generation.
C++ programmers who are interested in the covered topics will find Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up to be a useful reference tool. It is not, however, a good place to start if you're just getting into Visual C++.
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Get on the Fast Track to Mastering Visual C++ 5. Visual C++ 5 has a lot to offer, from sharpended Internet support to enhanced database capabilities. But along with that comes a slightly steeper learning curve. Flatten it-with Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up-a real-world guide that takes you from beginning to expert level in no time. While most books show you only the basics-or are simply too advanced for migrating programmers and novices-Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up fits the needs of every programmer. You get four books for the price of one as you work your way through tutorials on Visual C++ basics, databases, Internet/ActiveX, and development issues, tapping into the most important topics of corporate development today. Packed with business-world examples, Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up will put you on the fast track to mastering one of the most important development environments today. Inside you will: take a quick-start tour of Visual C++ 5 and its Internet features; master Visual C++ 5's robust database management capabilities; gain a competitive edge as you build database applications using ODBC and DAO; build powerful ActiveX controls step-by-step; create extensions for Microsoft Internet Information Server; learn what most programmers don't know: how to properly package their applications; gather sage business advice for every Visual C++ developer.
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John Mueller is a freelance author and technical editor. He has writing in his blood, having produced 87 books and over 300 articles to date. The topics range from networking to artificial intelligence and from database management to heads down programming. His most recent book is "Windows Command Line Administration Instant Reference" (Sybex, ISBN: 978-0-470-65046-2). His technical editing skills have helped over 52 authors refine the content of their manuscripts. You can reach John on the Internet at JMueller@mwt.net and his Web site at: http://www.mwt.net/~jmueller/.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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Worst programming book I bought,
By "laidavidlai" (New York, New York United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up (Paperback)
I did not do much research before I bought the book. I was totally disapointed. The book saids "Open this book as a Novice and Finish it as a Pro" is misleading. You need to be a C programmer to start, and you wouldn't get anywhere after you're finish with the book. The book spend all of 40 pages(out of 700) on visual C++ fundamentals, then it jumps right into Database Management, ActiveX, Security,... You wouldn't be able to code an application using the simplest controlls after reading the whole book. The book should be titled "An overview of C++ environments" instead.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Misleading title,
By A Customer
This review is from: Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up (Paperback)
I glanced through this book at the store and saw what looked like actual code/real world programming, which was lacking in other VC++ books I looked at. When I got it home I realized the simple "Text Editor" sample program was a useless example since the book didn't build on it and expand it. The real disdain came when the later chapters jumped headlong into Databases (without a middle-ground), then into HTML. Aren't there enough resources on the net for learning HTML, if not freeware programs? What book(s) will teach me how to write Windows apps (not internet apps) using MSVC++?? What book(s) contain useable code samples that cover more than internet and text editors? The title says "open this book a beginner and finish it a pro". Did it teach me how to make a GOOD and MARKETABLE text editor? No. Did it teach me how to make any other applications (like a web browser, a paint program, a system analyzer, etc)? No. Is it worth the money? No. Note to all authors: If you write a book about a programming environment like the Visual Studio components, don't include HTML. Fill your books with CODE that generates REAL programs, not Active X controls for snazzing up web pages. Those things get put into other books, and are not an integral part of application programming.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
REPEATITIVE NONSENSE,
By A Customer
This review is from: Visual C++ 5 from the Ground Up (Paperback)
The title says, "From ground up", but, in actuality, it's from "C up". It's not very descriptive at all, nor are the chapters categorized according to effective learning. I stopped reading it after the first few chapters; time is of essense. It had too many theories and not enough fact. If you're an absolute beginner, like I was, try "Learn C++ in just 21 days", by Jesse Liberty. That book clearly introduces the basics, and defines the terms of, the C++ language, outside of the Windows environment.
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