Is there a way to compile C++ code to Microsoft .Net CIL (bytecode)?

Question

I.e., a web browser client would be written in C++ !!!

Answer 1

There are a two choices. Managed C++ (/clr:oldSyntax, no longer maintained) or C++/CLI (definitely maintained). You'll want to use /clr:safe for in-browser software, because you wnat the browser to be able to verify it.

Answer 2

This was originally known as Managed C++, but as Josh commented, it has been superceded by C++/CLI.

Answer 3

Use the /clr compile option

Answer 4

Sure, Visual Studio can compile "managed" C++. I'm not sure I understand your "web browser client" reference though; do you mean you want to compile your C++ to something that will run with Silverlight?