This course is designed for individuals interested in developing their skills in Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0 while developing desktop applications. Topics include using the Microsoft Solutions Framework (MSF) building applications with the Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFC) creating user interfaces implementing application behaviors and working with persistent data. Also included are adding database support to applications creating Component Object Model (COM) components and ActiveX controls using MFC and the Active Template Library (ATL) Internet programming error handling, debugging, and testing and application deployment.