[Arkinsaw]

Depends on what you are doing really. The complexity you are referring to I would describe more as Windows programming. C++ is not that difficult, it uses the same programming constructs as any lanuage really. I write mostly server side stuff and don't have to deal with Windows too much.

I agree with you that the Windows side is much more complex.

I would say that he needs to get proficient with straight C/C++ first and then deal with the Windows stuff, if thats where he is heading. You're a lot better off learning them separately I think.

[1stFreedom]

You are correct. If it's simple command line programs which process text files and so forth then it's no problem.

If it's application development, it's much tougher.

[freeasinbeer]

I am heading towards the windows mfc stuff, so I think I will try to learn C++ first.

Thanks!

[Mr. Buzzcut]

Agreed!