Borland vs Microsoft

[The]

I'd like to lear c++, but I need some advice on which one I should start with; Microsoft Visual C++ or Borland C++. Could anyone give me some suggestions? Thanks.

 

[palbano]

To just start learning it does not matter what you use. Go find a free compiler if you want. Learning C++ is not something your going to do in 21 days, I don’t care what the freakin book says.

There is no telling how long it will take you to get ready to write real applications. This forum is full of posts from people that are attempting to develop applications far beyond their means because they have not spent the time learning the fundamentals of C++ and OOP.

When and if you decide to start writing Windows applications then you should seriously consider VC++ for it’s advanced features, libraries and RAD capabilities.


-pete

 

[rajorshi]

If you would seriously like to *learn* C++, I strongly suggest getting a good book and practice your fundamentals using either of your choices. But in my opinion, using C++ in Linux using the gcc compiler is BY FAR better. But if you would like to develop windows C++ apps, which are far more involved (and which you should not consider unless you know C++ quite well), I believe VC++ is the better choice.

Rajorshi

http://www.rajorshi.tk

 

[PerFnurt]

Having worked with both I would definately suggest Visual C++ as I find it...well...better.

I didn't learn C++ from it (already knew C++ when I started with Visual C++), but a can imagine it would be a great tool to learn from since
1) MSDN contins a lot of samples/tutorials and other documentation.
2) It is very easy to create a new executeable application to fiddle with.



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[AMosmann]

I am so sorry not to say the same.
In former times I played a lot Delphi, and if I could choose, I would prefer Borland. Maybe, that it is easier to do all with vc++, but for the common things borland seems to show the easier way.
But sure, try to learn C++ first, and then try to write applications for windows. This is a lot of learning too.
Good luck and have fun!



Greetings Andreas