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Originally posted by Arawn
I spent about 3 months with VB, until I realized it just couldn't do what I wanted (make a .dll independent .EXE less then 100k). Learning C++ and the API at the same time is a pain in the rear, but it is definately an experince to remember :) Pick up Programming Windows by Charles Petzold and read through the first 3rd of the book. The e-book form is a lot easier to read and learn at the same time from. Oh yeah, MSDN is your friend, as is many sleepless nights browsing this forum.
Exactly. So if you're not feeling up to that pain you better start learning only C++ (in console apps) and then go for the WinAPI.