MSVC

MSVC (Microsoft Visual C++) is a compiler and toolset developed by Microsoft for building C, C++, and C++/CLI applications, primarily on Windows platforms. It is a key component of the Visual Studio IDE and provides features like debugging, profiling, and code analysis to support software development.

Also known as: Microsoft Visual C++, Visual C++, VC++, MSVC++, Microsoft C++ Compiler

Why learn MSVC?

Developers should learn MSVC when creating Windows-native applications, games, or system-level software that requires tight integration with the Windows API and ecosystem. It is essential for projects targeting Microsoft platforms, such as desktop apps using MFC or Win32, and for optimizing performance with Microsoft-specific extensions and libraries.

Learning Resources

• docs: Microsoft Docs: MSVC Compiler
• tutorial: Visual Studio C++ Tutorial
• video: C++ Programming with Visual Studio on YouTube
• tutorial: LearnCpp.com: Using Visual Studio