Learn C++ by Example by Frances Buontempo

Learn C++ by Example

Covers Versions 11 to 23

Frances Buontempo

Manning · Print & ebook · April 2, 2024

Learn the latest features of modern C++ by coding eight engaging projects.

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Who it’s for
Explore modern C++ features through projects, with examples spanning language updates from C++ 11 to 23.
Themes
Modern C++ features and language updates, Hands-on programming projects, Testing, algorithms, and data structures
Pacing
Fast

About this book

Learn the latest features of modern C++ by coding eight engaging projects. Don’t let the multitude of C++ updates intimidate you! Learn C++ by Example takes you through the major language changes since C++ 11, with each new feature demonstrated with a fun project or minigame. It’s perfect for beginners who know C++ basics, coders coming back to the language, or current C++ developers missing out on everything the language has to offer.

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Inside Learn C++ by Example you’ll find important skills such as: - Utilizing the new C++ features from C++ 11 to 23 - Effectively testing your C++ code - What happens “under the hood” of C++ code - Picking efficient algorithms and data structures - std::format, STL algorithms, ranges, and coroutines Learn C++ by Example rapidly gets up to speed with C++’s updates and changes, and ensures you’ll stay ahead as the language continues to change and grow. You’ll learn about vectors and ranges by generating Pascal’s triangle, create a racing game with new special member functions, build a slot machine with parameter packs, and more. Foreword by Matt Godbolt. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology C++ delivers the flexibility and performance you need for everything from low-level systems programming to secure financial applications and AAA game development. First introduced in 1985, the language is still evolving, with exciting changes in every new version. Whether you’re just getting started or you’re a veteran coder adding to your toolbox, the eight hands-on projects in this book will get you up to speed on modern C++ features and practices. About the book Learn C++ by Example is a fun and practical way to start writing modern C++ code. It guides you through entertaining challenges, emphasizing features and techniques made possible by C++ 17, 20, and 23. You’ll learn about objects and arrays by creating a deck of playing cards, master the C++ random library for a number guess game, use the chrono library to create a countdown timer, and much more. Along the way you’ll also pick up valuable tips for testing, project organization, and other productivity skills. What's inside - New C++ features from C++ 11 to 23 - Effectively test your C++ code - What happens “under the hood” - Efficient algorithms and data structures About the reader Requires beginner to intermediate C++ skills. About the author Frances Buontempo is an experienced C++ developer and the editor of ACCU’s Overload magazine. The technical editor on this book was Timothy Jaap van Deurzen. Table of Contents 1 Hello again, C++! 2 Containers, iterators, and ranges 3 Input of strings and numbers 4 Time points, duration, and literals 5 Creating and using objects and arrays 6 Smart pointers and polymorphism 7 Associative containers and files 8 Unordered maps and coroutines 9 Parameter packs and std::visit

C++ Through Projects

Explore modern C++ features through projects, with examples spanning language updates from C++ 11 to 23.

Come here for

  • Projects demonstrating C++ features from versions 11 through 23
  • Examples involving ranges, coroutines, testing, and efficient algorithms

Expect

  • Projects include a racing game, slot machine, and countdown timer
  • Coverage includes testing, project organization, algorithms, and data structures

Where it sits

C++ Programming100%
Object-Oriented Programming50%
Algorithms31%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • C++ Programming
  • Software Development
  • Algorithms
Authors
Frances Buontempo
Publisher
Manning
Published
April 2, 2024
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Modern C++ features and language updates · Hands-on programming projects · Testing, algorithms, and data structures
Reading lane
C++ Programming