C++ in 24 Hours, Sams Teach Yourself

Sams Teach Yourself C++ in 24 Hours is a hands-on guide to the C++ programming language. Readers are provided with short, practical examples that illustrate key concepts, syntax, and techniques.



Using a straightforward approach, this fast and friendly tutorial teaches you everything you need to know, from installing and using a compiler, to debugging the programs you’ve created, to what’s new in C++14.



Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common C++ programming tasks

Quizzes and exercises at the end of each chapter help you test yourself to make sure you’re ready to go on



Learn how to...

Install and use a C++ compiler for Windows, Mac OS X, or LinuxBuild object-oriented programs in C++Master core C++ concepts such as functions and classesAdd rich functionality with templates and lambda expressionsDebug your programs for flawless codeLearn exception and error-handling techniquesPut to use the new features in C++14, the latest version of the languageCreate and use templatesControl program flow with loopsStore information in arrays and stringsDeclare and use pointersUse operator overloadingExtend classes with inheritanceUse polymorphism and derived classesEmploy object-oriented analysis and design