Getting Started with C++ Programming?
Posted Friday, March 6, 2009 by admin
I want to learn to program with C++. I have no programming experience (except for website design if that means anything). I have no programs installed on my computer, i.e. compilers(?), etc… I have absolutely nothing. Tell me what I need to get started and tell me what the best source of information is, Books, sites, etc…
Usually you ought to go to the Microsoft website. ^^ They have a C++ program. I use it, and it works nice. It teaches you the basics.
I’ve heard that SAMS teach yourself C++ in 24 hours is supposed to be good. You’ll be best off downloading Visual C++ Express Edition from microsoft (its free and its a good development environment with compiler).
Personally i dont think you should stick to one tutorial, look for many by googling and try lots of them, until you find one that clicks with you.
If you struggle you can always try something intermediate (as straight out with C++ is throwing yourself in the deep end), such as learning PHP, which is more website design related, but also has some programming aspect to it.
You can start learning C++ with these video tutorials:
They are perfect for beginners. This one can get you started by showing you how to install a free compiler:
Here are some simple games with code downloads that you can use to get some ideas:
These tutorials can get you started with graphics programming in OpenGL:
You can go through the tutorials and if you have questions on them or anything else in C++, please post to me here:
Enjoy!
start at stanford free online classes