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An ideal starting point to get a strong grasp of the fundamentals of C++C++ is an object-oriented programming language commonly adopted by would-be programmers. This book explores the basic development concepts and techniques of C++ and explains the "how" and "why" of C++ programming from the ground up.You'll discover what goes into creating a program, as well as how to put the various pieces together, deal with standard programming challenges, handle debugging, and make it all work. Details the basics of C++ programming and explores the "how" and "why" of this object-oriented language Addresses the various components that go into creating a program with C++ Walks you through common challenges of C++ programmingAssuming no prior experience, Beginning Programming with C++ For Dummies is a fun and friendly guide to learning the C++ language.

Stephen R. Davis is a programmer and the bestselling author of several books on the C languages, including C# For Dummies, C++ Weekend Crash Course, and all editions of C++ For Dummies. He currently works for L-3 Communications in the area of Homeland Defense.

Introduction
Let's Get Started
What Is a Program?
Installing Code::Blocks
Writing Your First Program
Writing a Program: Decisions, Decisions
Integer Expressions
Character Expressions
if I Could Make My Own Decisions
Switching Paths
Debugging Your Programs, Part 1
Becoming a Functional Programmer
while Running in Circles
Looping for the Fun of It
Functions, I Declare!
Dividing Programs into Modules
Debugging Your Programs, Part 2
Data Structures
Other Numerical Variable Types
Arrays
Arrays with Character
Pointing the Way to C++ Pointers
Taking a Second Look at C++ Pointers
Programming with Class
Debugging Your Programs, Part 3
Object-Oriented Programming
What Is Object-Oriented Programming?
Structured Play: Making Classes Do Things
Pointers to Objects
Do Not Disturb: Protected Members
Getting Objects Off to a Good Start
Making Constructive Arguments
Coping with the Copy Constructor
Advanced Strokes
Inheriting a Class
Are Virtual Functions for Real?
Overloading Assignment Operators
Performing Streaming I/O
I Take Exception!
The Part of Tens
Ten Ways to Avoid Bugs
Ten Features Not Covered in This Book
Appendix: About the CD
Index
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Beginning Programming with C++ For Dummies

Beginning Programming with C++ For Dummies

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