Visual C++ & DirectX, quick n00b question

Using MS Visual C++ 6 as my compiler.

Just wondering why function definitions don't show up as is the case with other data structures.

i.e.

Code:

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WNDCLASS wndClass;
wndClass.    // IDE displays all member variables and functions.

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Code:

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IDirect3DDevice9 *g_pD3DDevice9 = NULL;
g_pD3DDevice9-> // IDE displays nothing.

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Just wondering why this is the case... as it is making learning this stuff much more difficult. Not knowing member variables or associated functions of a data structure.

Thnx for any assistance..

P.S. Yes i know I can use msdn.microsoft or whatever its called for documentation, but no broadband so it pain + have to stay online..

It's because VC6 shipped with really old DirectX header files. You need to add the DirectX headers you use into your project. Then you will get your expected results.

Thanks... you cured what ailed me.

Felt I was asking a dumb question, but now I'm glad I asked!