The Visual C++ 5 Programmer’s Reference is a comprehensive technical reference for programmers working with Microsoft Visual C++ 5.0 on Windows 95 and Windows NT. It is designed as an in-depth lookup guide rather than a tutorial, covering:
Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC)
Visual C++–specific language features
Win32 and Windows API programming
Controls, classes, macros, libraries, and tools used in Visual C++
The book offers clear explanations, practical tips, and warnings to help developers work efficiently and avoid common issues. It originally included a CD-ROM containing an electronic, searchable version of the book. This reference is valuable for those maintaining or studying legacy C++/MFC applications.