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Introduction to C++ Programming

Learn the fundamentals of C++ programming, write clean and efficient code, and build a strong foundation in object-oriented software development.

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C++ is one of the most powerful and widely used programming languages in the world, powering everything from game engines to operating systems. Understanding its core mechanics gives you a deep appreciation of how software interacts with hardware.\n\nIn this structured text-based course, you will transition from absolute beginner to a confident programmer capable of writing, compiling, and debugging solid C++ applications. You will learn to think like a developer, managing memory safely and structuring your programs efficiently.\n\nWhat you'll learn:\n- Understand core C++ syntax, variables, data types, and control flow structures\n- Write modular code using functions, parameters, and return types\n- Manage memory safely using modern C++ practices like smart pointers\n- Implement object-oriented programming principles including classes, inheritance, and polymorphism\n- Utilize the Standard Template Library to work with vectors, strings, and common algorithms\n- Read and write data using file streams and handle runtime errors gracefully\n\nThe course begins with foundational concepts, key terminology, and setting up your environment, then guides you step-by-step through object-oriented design and modern coding practices. This course is designed specifically for beginners with no prior programming experience. Start your programming journey today and build a solid foundation in C++.

Course contents

7 modules · 32 lessons · 3h

1 Foundations of C++
Set up your environment and understand how C++ interacts with hardware. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. What is C++?
    Understand the role of C++ in software development and its relationship with hardware.    6 min
  2. Setting Up Your Workspace
    Install a compiler and an IDE to start writing code.    7 min
  3. The Build Process
    Learn how source code is compiled into an executable and how to fix basic errors.    6 min
  4. Variables and Data Types
    Learn how to store different kinds of data in memory using typed variables.    6 min
  5. C++ Syntax Basics
    Master the fundamental rules of writing C++ statements and expressions.    5 min
2 Control Flow and Logic
Learn to control the execution path of your programs. 5 lessons · 27 min
  1. Conditional Logic with If/Else
    Use boolean logic to make decisions in your code.    5 min
  2. The Switch Statement
    Handle multiple discrete conditions efficiently.    5 min
  3. While and Do-While Loops
    Repeat code blocks as long as a condition remains true.    6 min
  4. The For Loop
    Iterate a specific number of times using the standard for loop syntax.    6 min
  5. Break and Continue
    Fine-tune your loop execution by skipping iterations or exiting early.    5 min
3 Modular Code with Functions
Organize your code into reusable and manageable blocks. 5 lessons · 28 min
  1. Defining Functions
    Create reusable blocks of code to perform specific tasks.    6 min
  2. Parameters and Arguments
    Pass data into your functions to make them dynamic.    6 min
  3. Return Values
    Get results back from your functions using return types.    6 min
  4. Scope and Lifetime
    Understand where variables are accessible and how long they exist.    5 min
  5. Header Files and Organization
    Split your code into multiple files for professional project structure.    5 min
4 Memory Management
Understand how memory works and how to manage it safely. 4 lessons · 23 min
  1. Stack vs. Heap
    Distinguish between automatic and dynamic memory allocation.    5 min
  2. Introduction to Pointers
    Learn how to store and manipulate memory addresses directly.    6 min
  3. Smart Pointers: unique_ptr
    Use modern C++ tools to automate memory cleanup for single ownership.    6 min
  4. Smart Pointers: shared_ptr
    Manage resources that need to be shared across different parts of a program.    6 min
5 Object-Oriented Programming
Model real-world entities using classes and objects. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Classes and Objects
    Define custom data types that combine data and behavior.    6 min
  2. Encapsulation
    Protect internal data using private and public access modifiers.    6 min
  3. Inheritance
    Create hierarchies by deriving new classes from existing ones.    6 min
  4. Polymorphism
    Use virtual functions to treat different objects through a common interface.    6 min
  5. OOP Design Principles
    Apply best practices for structuring complex object-oriented systems.    6 min
6 The Standard Template Library (STL)
Leverage powerful built-in tools for data and algorithms. 4 lessons · 21 min
  1. Working with Strings
    Master the std::string class for robust text manipulation.    5 min
  2. Dynamic Arrays with Vectors
    Use std::vector to manage lists of data that grow and shrink.    6 min
  3. STL Algorithms
    Sort, search, and transform data using standard library functions.    5 min
  4. Iterators
    Navigate through STL containers using a unified interface.    5 min
7 Files and Error Handling
Interact with the outside world and handle runtime issues. 4 lessons · 21 min
  1. Reading from Files
    Use ifstream to pull data from external text files into your program.    5 min
  2. Writing to Files
    Use ofstream to save your program's output to permanent storage.    5 min
  3. Exceptions and Try/Catch
    Detect and respond to runtime errors without crashing.    6 min
  4. Graceful Error Handling
    Design your code to handle unexpected input and system failures elegantly.    5 min
Final project

Personal Inventory Management System

Develop a console-based application that allows users to manage a collection of items (e.g., books or electronics). The system must use OOP for item types, STL vectors for storage, smart pointers for memory safety, and file streams to save/load the inventory.

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Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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