What's New in Visual C++ .NET 2003

Microsoft Visual C++ .NET 2003 provides many improvements and several new features.

In This Section

Visual C++ .NET 2003 Frequently Asked Questions

Answers questions about what is new and changed in Visual C++ .NET 2003.

C++ Compiler, Language, and Linker

Provides links and updated information about the compiler, linker, build tools, and C++ language features in Visual C++ .NET.

C++ Libraries

Describes changes to the Active Template Library (ATL), ATL Server Library, MFC Library, Standard C++ Library, and the C Run-Time (CRT) Library.

Development Environment

Describes changes in the development environment in Visual C++ .NET 2003.

Windows Forms Designer for Managed Extensions for C++

Describes designer support for Windows Forms applications that are created in Managed Extensions for C++.

Project Build Automation Model

Describes the new property pages and project build automation objects for the Visual C++ .NET 2003, including new objects, properties, and methods.

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Major Changes from Visual C++ 6.0 to Visual C++ .NET

Provides links to topics discussing what was new in the Visual Studio .NET release.

Major Changes in Visual C++ Releases

Provides links to topics discussing the changes in the Visual C++ releases from Visual C++ 4.0 to Visual C++ .NET.

What's New in Visual Studio .NET

Summarizes new features in the shared Visual Studio IDE used by Visual Basic, Visual C#, Visual C++, XML Web services, XML support, sample applications, and Help.

Getting Assistance

Provides links to accessibility features, the location of readme files, product support numbers, and tips for using the online documentation.

Migrating Custom Wizards from Visual C++ .NET 2002 to Visual C++ .NET 2003

Provides procedures for migrating your Visual C++ .NET 2002 custom wizards to this release.