C-C++

How to Write Mini Dump on Software Crash

Sep 24, 2020 2 min read Programming Tutorials C-C++debug handling errors windows api

Sorry for not writing anything interesting this month so far, it’s been a very hectic month. Today I saw a question on Stack Overflow regarding debugging. The user was trying to let Visual Studio run in debug mode with his application to see when and why it crashes. That’s not a solution because there are functions in...

Convert DOS and NT Paths Using RTL Functions

Aug 13, 2020 8 min read Programming Tutorials C-C++convert dos to nt path convert nt to dos path converting windows paths windows api

If you are here reading this post, it means you are looking for a way to convert your DOS and/or NT paths for your software. Rest assured that this is what you will learn here today! The problem with Windows paths are clear; it’s so confusing. Let me repeat that, so confusing. This becomes a problem when you are...

Runtime Encrypted Strings: Part 1

May 24, 2020 6 min read Programming Tutorials C-C++runtime encryption string encryption

Runtime Encrypted StringsToday we will go through the basics of runtime encrypted strings, why do we need to encrypt our strings and learn how to create our own. In this article you will understand and learn: What is runtime encryption and decryption Why do you need to encrypt your strings See how anybody can see your...