[C++] Got Resources?

I just started learning C++ on Jan 1st 07 and am finding it hard to find resources on many things. If you have any links that would help, its greatly appreciated.
Some things, I just can't find:

1. A Portable C++ Compiler (Very basic, one that would work on a thumb drive)
2. A tutorial on making your own C++ library
3. How to develop a Windows application with GUI

Thanks, also, if anybody knows of some good things that noobs should make that will help with basic things, ideas would rock.
Thanks,
Zacky

I don't really know for your links, but, can you explain what is :

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Originally Posted by ZackyComm

a Windows application that looks normal.

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lol ?

All the programs I have made, are all in the command prompt.. What I'm saying there is an application like Firefox or something where theres content and buttons inside. Basically, an app with a GUI.

You'll have to learn 'Win32' programming and how the window manager works.

LOOK UP AT THE STICKIED THREADS!

Gui is a mess in c++ use .net. ^_^.
Unless your good with making/saving templates then by all means...