Visual Studio 6.0 (codenamed "Aspen") was officially released on September 2, 1998, as a bundled suite of separate integrated development environments (IDEs). Version 6.0a is a subsequent update typically distributed with contemporary MSDN subscriptions and professional development kits. Microsoft Windows (95, 98, NT 4.0).
Visual Studio 6.0a with MSDN Library may seem ancient compared to modern development environments, but it still holds a special place in the hearts of many developers who grew up with it. The IDE and library have been instrumental in shaping the careers of countless programmers and continue to serve as a reminder of the evolution of software development. Visual Studio 6
You cannot access localized help or API documentation within Visual Studio 6.0 without installing these two specific discs. was an essential companion to the IDE, providing
was an essential companion to the IDE, providing API documentation for Windows, sample code, and technical articles. Google Groups Disc 1 (approx. 601 MB): providing API documentation for Windows