C++ For Dummies

Learn to: Program in C++ from the ground up Write your first program in C++ Work with master classes and inheritance Sail through streaming I/O The bestselling guide that shows you how to master C++ from the ground up Whether youre a beginner or intermediate programmer looking to fine–tune your skills, C ++ For Dummies gives you clear instructions and guidance on becoming a functional C++ programmer. Updated to reflect the latest changes for C++ 2014, this hands–on guide shows you how to make sense of classes, inheritance, and advanced strokesand much more. C++ Programming 101 find out what it means to write a computer program, learn to speak the C++ language, and start crunching C++ commands Put the fun in functional programming build upon your newly–gained knowledge to bundle sections of C++ code into modules, and then reuse those modules in programs The plot thickens get the scoop on object–oriented programming and grasp classes, constructors, destructors, and much more Fly first class understand why inheritance is the key to effective C++ programming, and become a first–rate object–oriented programmer Become a master programmer take your skills to the next level and master features like file input/output, error–handling, constructs, and templates Open the book and find: How to create your first program in Code::Blocks Mathematical and logical operations An introduction to pointers What you need to know about object–oriented programming How to use the copy constructor Ways to handle errors and keep your program from being hacked A companion website that features all the code from the book

Stephen R. Davis is the bestselling author of numerous books and articles, including C# For Dummies . He has been programming for over 30 years and currently works for Booz Allen Hamilton in the area of Homeland Defense.