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An accessible walkthrough of one of the world's most popular programming languages: C++
C++ For Dummies is your from-scratch guide that explains the essentials of what you need to know to understand the language and build your very first program in C++. Bradley Jones, experienced programmer and coding educator, packs this edition with examples and clear demonstrations that explain the "why" and the "how" of programming in C++, as well as the programming concepts that will form the foundation of your code, including classes, loops, classes, objects, inheritance, and more.
C++ For Dummies provides easy-to-understand tutorials for the use of C++26 and explains the modern approach to printing and displaying information with the std:: print method. It also discusses:
- Explanations of features that make C++26 better including modules, smart pointers, concepts, and ranges
- Walkthroughs of updated libraries for the filesystem, ranges, formatting, time, printing, and more
- Testing and debugging techniques
Great for programmers, developers, students, or anyone interested in learning to code in C++ who are looking for a straightforward, hands-on approach to the language, C++ For Dummies is an accessible introduction to C++26 that offers readers a reliable head-start to a fun and rewarding skillset.
Author: Bradley L. Jones
Publisher: For Dummies
Published: 05/12/2026
Pages: 512
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 9.14h x 7.33w x 1.19d
ISBN: 9781394380442
Description
An accessible walkthrough of one of the world's most popular programming languages: C++
C++ For Dummies is your from-scratch guide that explains the essentials of what you need to know to understand the language and build your very first program in C++. Bradley Jones, experienced programmer and coding educator, packs this edition with examples and clear demonstrations that explain the "why" and the "how" of programming in C++, as well as the programming concepts that will form the foundation of your code, including classes, loops, classes, objects, inheritance, and more.
C++ For Dummies provides easy-to-understand tutorials for the use of C++26 and explains the modern approach to printing and displaying information with the std:: print method. It also discusses:
- Explanations of features that make C++26 better including modules, smart pointers, concepts, and ranges
- Walkthroughs of updated libraries for the filesystem, ranges, formatting, time, printing, and more
- Testing and debugging techniques
Great for programmers, developers, students, or anyone interested in learning to code in C++ who are looking for a straightforward, hands-on approach to the language, C++ For Dummies is an accessible introduction to C++26 that offers readers a reliable head-start to a fun and rewarding skillset.
Author: Bradley L. Jones
Publisher: For Dummies
Published: 05/12/2026
Pages: 512
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 9.14h x 7.33w x 1.19d
ISBN: 9781394380442
