Windows API Reference
Explore the vast landscape of Windows programming interfaces. Find documentation, code samples, and community discussions for building powerful Windows applications.
Core APIs
Kernel API
Manage system processes, memory, threads, and security.
Key Functions: CreateProcess, VirtualAlloc, OpenProcessToken
User Interface API (Win32)
Create graphical user interfaces, handle window messages, and manage user input.
Key Functions: CreateWindowEx, GetMessage, RegisterClassEx
Graphics API (GDI/DirectX)
Render 2D and 3D graphics, manage bitmaps, and draw complex visuals.
Key Functions: BitBlt, CreateSolidBrush, Direct3DCreate9
Networking API
Implement network communication, sockets, and protocols.
Key Functions: socket, bind, connect
Modern APIs
Universal Windows Platform (UWP) API
Build modern apps for all Windows devices with a unified API.
Key Concepts: XAML, Lifecyle Management, Contracts
Windows Runtime (WinRT) API
Access system features and services through a modern component-based architecture.
Key Concepts: COM Interop, Async Operations, Contracts
DirectX API
High-performance graphics and multimedia for gaming and visualization.
Key Concepts: Direct3D, Direct2D, DirectWrite, Media Foundation
System Services
Registry API
Access and manage the Windows Registry.
Key Functions: RegOpenKeyEx, RegQueryValueEx, RegSetValueEx
File System API
Interact with files, directories, and storage.
Key Functions: CreateFile, ReadFile, WriteFile