Here are some important links that should help with this class.
Qt : very useful for C++. Has source code for many widgets to make your GUI's more user friendly.
From the Qt website here is a direct link to source code for tetris
Eclipse : Eclipse is an IDE that will make coding much easier
Netbeans : Netbeans is another IDE that will make coding much easier
ECE462 Home : Here is a link to the ECE462 home page in case there is anyone who doesn't know it. Go here for lecture videos and slides as well as important dates.