Chapter 7. Unwrapping C++ Development
In this chapter, we will cover:
- Using XAML with C++
- Unit testing C++ applications
- Analyzing your C++ code
- Using a custom rule set
- Working with DirectX in Visual Studio 2013
- Creating a shader using DGSL
- Creating and displaying a 3D model
- Using the Visual Studio Graphics Diagnostics
Introduction
Before the rise of .NET, Java, and newer languages, C++ occupied a dominant position as the go-to choice for development of Windows applications. As the 21st century progressed, the use and popularity of these other languages grew, while C++ seemed to suffer somewhat without a vocal champion. As a result, this led to C++ becoming more of a specialist language, to the point where it is now commonly seen as the language for writing ...
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