Microsoft or Borland?

[Nezzar]

At the moment I'm trying to learn C++. It's quite difficult and confusing when seeing all the things for the first time :sad:
But that's not the problem (OK, it's a problem but not the one the question is about :D): Which is better? Microsoft Visual C++ or Borland C++ Builder?
I hope there are some experienced programmers in here, so I'm expecting much answers ;). At least some of the Plugin-Coders should be able to give me an advice:)

[CD]

MSVC's IDE is unmatched, IMO, but some say it's compiler is lacking..

If you've got the latest service pack, it's fine, I prefer MinGW (http://www.mingw.org) myself.

[Nightmare]

There is no best compilers out there basically,u have to choose them according to what u need to do.

here is a link for some compilers with descriptions on each of them :

http://www.makegames.com/software/

[Death Metal]

I don't want to cut your fun off, but depending on what you have to do, Delphi is a more friendly language, yet very, very powerful.

I mean, if you're going to write something like a plugin or an emulator, I think it's quite a good language if you're searching for the best 'sacrifice'/benefict.

However, it's all a matter of preference. If it's C++ you're trying to learn, that's wonderful!! It sure is the most enhanced language there is. You can basically have your computer make your everyday dinner for you. ;)

[edit] My vote goes to Borland's.

[Demigod]

Hmm, didn't Microsoft release (or are planning to release) a newer version of C? (I believe it's called C#, or `C Sharp') Does anyone have any information about that?

[kairi00]

Originally posted by Demigod79
Hmm, didn't Microsoft release (or are planning to release) a newer version of C? (I believe it's called C#, or `C Sharp') Does anyone have any information about that?

C# = Java ripoff... trust me on this one :)

[CD]

C# is just a Java/C hybrid..

[Nightmare]

c# is ms latest language which they develop to take over java ...... according to those who has taken a look at the language,they said it is very similar to java. You can get more information about this language at microsoft homepage.

[Nezzar]

Thanks for the recommendations.
I'm already using the free Borland C++-Compiler and I'm pretty satisfied with it. But is their environment is as good as the M$ one?