Learn how to create a dual mode service so you can run your services as either console apps or through Windows Services.
Learn How to Create Dual Mode Windows Services
Published 02/08/2010
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C++/CLI: Managed Development with C++
Published 10/06/2008
Replacing the cumbersome and confusing Managed Extensions for C++ that shipped with Visual C++ 2002 and 2003, C++/CLI is a standardized set of C++ language extensions that allows developers to write managed code that executes on top of the .NET Framework.
Exporting .NET DLLs with Visual Studio 2005 to be Consumed by Native Applications
Published 01/22/2008
Learn how to create a DLL, implementing the Stdcall calling convention. This DLL wraps a .NET DLL, which then is imported in MetaTrader 4 through the wrapper.
Search Entire Directories for Specified Files with Managed C++
Published 04/22/2005
Tom Archer presents a generic Managed C++ function that searches a directory hierarchy for all instances of a specified file name, utilizing the .NET DirectoryInfo and FileInfo classes.
Managed Extensions: Combining IEnumerable and IEnumerator
Published 09/02/2004
In some situations, it is beneficial to have a single class implement two interfaces. Tom Archer illustrates this technique and explains when you would want to use it.
Comparing .NET Generics and C++ Templates
Published 06/15/2004
Evaluate a number of the ways in which .NET generics differ from C++ templates.
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Control Statements and Basic Loops in C++/CLI
Published 03/02/2015
Become more proficient on the usage of statements to control the flow of execution through a C++/CLI application.
Processing Things in C# with the Process Class
Published 03/04/2015
Explore new ways to run processes under Windows. Some might even surprise you.
Switching Input Languages Dynamically with Visual Basic
Published 03/09/2015
You can change your input language dynamically. Make it easier for those who speak other languages to use your software.
Maker Project: Creating a Garage Door Opener
Published 02/06/2015
Have you ever wanted to control your garage door from your smartphone? Here is your chance. Get your hands dirty with an Arduino Garage Door Controller.
