Introduction to Programming with C++

The first step in this introductory programming course is setting up the open source IDE for C++. After this walk through, start learning how to program!

When learning how to program, it’s important to understand data types and variables. In this lesson, learn about the three basic variables in C++.

Explore strings and arrays in this beginning programming lesson. Using C++. learn syntax, how to initialize, escape sequences, and common errors to avoid.

In this introductory programming lesson, learn about creating structs, and private and public regions in classes so you can create your own custom data types.

Understanding conditional statements is at the core of programming. Learn how if statements work and affect the flow of code, using Code::Blocks IDE and C++.

Learn about the three kinds of loops in programming—the for loop, the while loop, and the do...while loop—and see examples of each type of loop in C++.

Want to learn more about best practices for coding? HUmanHardDrive explains function definitions and variable scope in this programming lesson for beginners.

Learn how creating helper files lets you write cleaner black box code, and using the C++ standard library can add functionality to your programs.

Having trouble understanding the concept of pointers in object oriented programming? Learn why a solid understand of how to use pointers is so important.

Computer programs need to be able to read input and output, so in this introduction to programming lesson learn about I/O streams and string comparisons.

Understanding how classes are used in object oriented programming is key for writing good code. In this lesson, take a closer look at how to use classes in C++.

Each OOP language has unique memory management challenges. Using C++ examples, learn why knowing how to manage memory is an important programming concept.

Operator overloading is a convenient feature in object oriented programming. Learn the basic concepts in this lesson using a C++ programming example.

Learn about the selection sort algorithm and how understanding its programming principles makes coding it easier. Follow along in C++ with Code::Blocks IDE.

Although this course is an introduction to programming, this lesson introduces the advanced topic of recursion as a problem solving technique.

The quicksort algorithm is not usually a topic for beginning programmers, but in this lesson, learn what you can look forward to by developing coding skills.

In this intro programming lesson, learn about dynamic data structures. Stacks and queues are good for problem solving, and you'll learn about vectors, too.

Now that you've finished this course, listen to a few thoughts about the beginning programmer's mindset, and find out about some helpful programming resources.