How to find the datatype of a particular variable...   

Dear pals,

I am developing an win32 console application, I need to find the data type
of particular variable dynamically.  Is it possible?
Say for eg,
declaring 'a' as integer, how can I find the data type of variable 'a'
dynamically.

Awaiting for your ideas.

note: please ignore this, if it is not a relevant group.

@Shahul.

date: Wed, 15 Mar 2006 13:09:11 +0530   author:   shahul