Hi Paul,
>Along the topic of C++, do you know if any forums like this one exist for C++ programmers? (just a Q & A 'help each other out' kinda thing) Just currious.
I doubt anything you find will match the UT in many respects, but try the
http://www.cplus-zone.com/ and look at the discussion links. Try help there, and also ask if there are any other support forums the recommend.