Non Console Applications

[Tresky]

Hey everyone,

I would like to create new types of programs that are not based out of the console. What sort of libraries or technologies should I look into to in order to create more robust applications in C++ apart from the console window? I need the program to have a fairly robust GUI (buttons, sliders, windows, etc).

I have heard of things like Qt being fairly good, but I would like to hear as much as I can to make sure I make the correct choice.

Any good suggestions?

Thanks,
Tresky

EDIT: More info

[cnoeval]

Your choice of a GUI is like your choice of a favorite food or football team. We can't tell you what you will like best. It depends on YOUR needs which we do not know. Research them and pick the one that suits you and your current application best. You may find yourself using several.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_platform-independent_GUI_libraries

BTW, a GUI will make your apps inherently less "robust" since it adds complexity compared to a console app that performs the same functions.