How to build an application like this..

[Neek]

So I' new to programming, and so far I've been only with console programs..and trying to find a way out to build an application like http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/3-multifunctional-docks-to-replace-your-windows-taskbar/ ..just take any one as reference from these...these are just for a gist..or more precisely this http://www.ticno.com/multibar

Basically I want to build something that looks like above stuff visually and:
1.Not a full window,as typical programs..just like a widget or taskbar thingy.
2.Runs in background mode..using least resources
3.Can access system data...like installed programs,running programs etc. in real time (if needed)

In a nutshell,its is fairly easy to add custom functionality later...but for me hard part is to give it a kickstart..so this is where I need your help.

I want to accomplish this using C++ and want it to cross platform, so planning to go for Qt creator.So is it possible,if yes, How**.If no, then how can I get started ..please suggest me some tools and gear.

**Program should look and behave like shown in the link ..




Like I'm aware of Qt..but not sure if that would get this job done

[Avilius]

As I said before, I don't believe QT will be able to be used in this project. Just use the native libraries.

Original Post: ( http://www.cplusplus.com/forum/jobs/150821/ )

There's no way around it. As giblit said, you should probably write your own abstraction layer if you don't like the idea of maintaining several different code bases that do the same thing.