In A Tour of C++, Third Edition, Bjarne Stroustrup provides an overview of ISO C++, C++20, that aims to give experienced programmers a clear understanding of what constitutes modern C++. Featuring carefully crafted examples and practical help in getting started, this revised and updated edition concisely covers most major language features and the major standard-library components needed for effective use. Stroustrup presents C++ features in the context of the programming styles they support, such as object-oriented and generic programming. His tour is remarkably comprehensive. Coverage begins with the basics, then ranges widely through more advanced topics, emphasizing newer language features. This edition covers many features that are new in C++20 as implemented by major C++ suppliers, including modules, concepts, coroutines, and ranges. It even introduces some library components in current use that are not scheduled for inclusion in the standard until C++23. This authoritative guide does not aim to teach you how to program (for that, see Stroustrup's Programming: Principles and Practice Using C++, Second Edition), nor will it be the only resource you'll need for C++ mastery (for that, see Stroustrup's The C++ Programming Language, Fourth Edition, and recommended online sources). If, however, you are a C or C++ programmer wanting greater familiarity with the current C++ language, or a programmer versed in another language wishing to gain an accurate picture of the nature and benefits of modern C++, you won't find a shorter or simpler introduction. Read more

Coming to grips with C++11 and C++14 is more than a matter of familiarizing yourself with the features they introduce (e.g., auto type declarations, move semantics, lambda expressions, and concurrency support). The challenge is learning to use those features effectively—so that your software is correct, efficient, maintainable, and portable. That’s where this practical book comes in. It describes how to write truly great software using C++11 and C++14—i.e. using modern C++. Topics include: The pros and cons of braced initialization, noexcept specifications, perfect forwarding, and smart pointer make functions The relationships among std::move, std::forward, rvalue references, and universal references Techniques for writing clear, correct, effective lambda expressions How std::atomic differs from volatile, how each should be used, and how they relate to C++'s concurrency API How best practices in "old" C++ programming (i.e., C++98) require revision for software development in modern C++ Effective Modern C++ follows the proven guideline-based, example-driven format of Scott Meyers' earlier books, but covers entirely new material. "After I learned the C++ basics, I then learned how to use C++ in production code from Meyer's series of Effective C++ books. Effective Modern C++ is the most important how-to book for advice on key guidelines, styles, and idioms to use modern C++ effectively and well. Don't own it yet? Buy this one. Now". -- Herb Sutter, Chair of ISO C++ Standards Committee and C++ Software Architect at Microsoft Read more

Harness the power of C++ to build smaller, faster, safer, and more predictable programs using the latest techniques and best practices to optimize performance and ensure reliability in your software development projectsKey FeaturesUse contemporary C++ features to enhance code safety and reliabilityDevelop a deeper understanding of memory management mechanisms in C++Write programs that adapt to the constraints of your chosen architecture or platformPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionC++ programmers often face challenges in allocating and managing memory efficiently, especially given the diverse needs of real-time systems, embedded systems, games, and conventional desktop applications. This book offers a targeted approach to address the unique memory constraints of each domain.Written by an ISO C++ Standards Committee member, Patrice Roy, this guide covers fundamental concepts of object lifetime and memory organization to help you write simpler and safer programs. You’ll learn how to control memory allocation mechanisms, create custom containers and allocators, and adapt allocation operators to suit your specific requirements, making your programs smaller, faster, safer, and more predictable.Starting with core principles of memory management, this book introduces modern facilities that simplify your work and then dives into memory management mechanics, building solutions for specific application needs, and measuring their impact on your program’s behavior.By the end of this book, you’ll be able to write secure programs that handle memory optimally for your application domain. You will also have a strong grasp of both high-level abstractions for safer programs and low-level abstractions that allow detailed customization.What you will learnMaster the C++ object model to write more efficient and maintainable codeAutomate resource management to reduce manual errors and improve safetyCustomize memory allocation operators to optimize performance for specific applicationsDevelop your own smart pointers to manage dynamic memory with greater controlAdapt allocation behavior to meet the unique needs of different data typesCreate safe and fast containers to ensure optimal data handling in your programsUtilize standard allocators to streamline memory management in your containersWho this book is forThis book is for programmers who find C++ memory management challenging yet want to master it. It’s ideal for those seeking greater control over memory allocation to make their programs smaller, faster, and safer. Whether you're a seasoned C++ developer or transitioning from other languages, you'll gain insights into how C++ can enhance your programming. It’s especially valuable if you’re working in constrained environments, like embedded systems or game development. Prior experience with programming concepts, such as generic and concurrent programming, is helpful.Table of ContentsObjects, Pointers, and ReferencesThings to Be Careful WithCasts and cv-qualificationsUsing DestructorsUsing Standard Smart PointersWriting Smart PointersOverloading Memory Allocation OperatorsWriting a Naïve Leak DetectorAtypical Allocation MechanismsArena-Based Memory Management and Other OptimizationsDeferred ReclamationWriting Generic Containers with Explicit Memory ManagementWriting Generic Containers with Implicit Memory ManagementWriting Generic Containers with Allocator SupportContemporary IssuesAnnexure: Things You Should Know Read more

“Every C++ professional needs a copy of Effective C++. It is an absolute must-read for anyone thinking of doing serious C++ development. If you’ve never read Effective C++ and you think you know everything about C++, think again.” ― Steve Schirripa, Software Engineer, Google “C++ and the C++ community have grown up in the last fifteen years, and the third edition of Effective C++ reflects this. The clear and precise style of the book is evidence of Scott’s deep insight and distinctive ability to impart knowledge.” ― Gerhard Kreuzer, Research and Development Engineer, Siemens AG The first two editions of Effective C++ were embraced by hundreds of thousands of programmers worldwide. The reason is clear: Scott Meyers’ practical approach to C++ describes the rules of thumb used by the experts ― the things they almost always do or almost always avoid doing ― to produce clear, correct, efficient code.The book is organized around 55 specific guidelines, each of which describes a way to write better C++. Each is backed by concrete examples. For this third edition, more than half the content is new, including added chapters on managing resources and using templates. Topics from the second edition have been extensively revised to reflect modern design considerations, including exceptions, design patterns, and multithreading.Important features of Effective C++ include:Expert guidance on the design of effective classes, functions, templates, and inheritance hierarchies.Applications of new “TR1” standard library functionality, along with comparisons to existing standard library components.Insights into differences between C++ and other languages (e.g., Java, C#, C) that help developers from those languages assimilate “the C++ way” of doing things. Read more

An Introduction to Programming by the Inventor of C++Programming: Principles and Practice Using C++, Third Edition, will help anyone who is willing to work hard learn the fundamental principles of programming and develop the practical skills needed for programming in the real world. Previous editions have been used successfully by many thousands of students. This revised and updated editionAssumes that your aim is to eventually write programs that are good enough for others to use and maintainFocuses on fundamental concepts and techniques, rather than on obscure language-technical detailsIs an introduction to programming in general, including procedural, object-oriented, and generic programming, rather than just an introduction to a programming languageCovers both contemporary high-level techniques and the lower-level techniques needed for efficient use of hardwareWill give you a solid foundation for writing useful, correct, type-safe, maintainable, and efficient codeIs primarily designed for people who have never programmed before, but even seasoned programmers have found previous editions useful as an introduction to more effective concepts and techniquesCovers a wide range of essential concepts, design and programming techniques, language features, and librariesUses contemporary C++ (C++20 and C++23)Covers the design and use of both built-in types and user-defi ned types, complete with input, output, computation, and simple graphics/GUIOffers an introduction to the C++ standard library containers and algorithmsRegister your book for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available. See inside book for details. Read more

The new C++11 standard allows programmers to express ideas more clearly, simply, and directly, and to write faster, more efficient code. Bjarne Stroustrup, the designer and original implementer of C++, has reorganized, extended, and completely rewritten his definitive reference and tutorial for programmers who want to use C++ most effectively.The C++ Programming Language, Fourth Edition, delivers meticulous, richly explained, and integrated coverage of the entire language―its facilities, abstraction mechanisms, standard libraries, and key design techniques. Throughout, Stroustrup presents concise, “pure C++11” examples, which have been carefully crafted to clarify both usage and program design. To promote deeper understanding, the author provides extensive cross-references, both within the book and to the ISO standard.New C++11 coverage includes Support for concurrency Regular expressions, resource management pointers, random numbers, and improved containers General and uniform initialization, simplified for-statements, move semantics, and Unicode support Lambdas, general constant expressions, control over class defaults, variadic templates, template aliases, and user-defined literals Compatibility issuesTopics addressed in this comprehensive book include Basic facilities: type, object, scope, storage, computation fundamentals, and more Modularity, as supported by namespaces, source files, and exception handling C++ abstraction, including classes, class hierarchies, and templates in support of a synthesis of traditional programming, object-oriented programming, and generic programming Standard Library: containers, algorithms, iterators, utilities, strings, stream I/O, locales, numerics, and more The C++ basic memory model, in depthThis fourth edition makes C++11 thoroughly accessible to programmers moving from C++98 or other languages, while introducing insights and techniques that even cutting-edge C++11 programmers will find indispensable.This is a hardcover version of the Fourth Edition. Content in this hardcover and the paperback version is identical.This book features an enhanced, layflat binding, which allows the book to stay open more easily when placed on a flat surface. This special binding method―noticeable by a small space inside the spine―also increases durability. Read more

Bestselling Programming Tutorial and Reference Completely Rewritten for the New C++11 StandardFully updated and recast for the newly released C++11 standard, this authoritative and comprehensive introduction to C++ will help you to learn the language fast, and to use it in modern, highly effective ways. Highlighting today’s best practices, the authors show how to use both the core language and its standard library to write efficient, readable, and powerful code.C++ Primer, Fifth Edition, introduces the C++ standard library from the outset, drawing on its common functions and facilities to help you write useful programs without first having to master every language detail. The book’s many examples have been revised to use the new language features and demonstrate how to make the best use of them. This book is a proven tutorial for those new to C++, an authoritative discussion of core C++ concepts and techniques, and a valuable resource for experienced programmers, especially those eager to see C++11 enhancements illuminated.Start Fast and Achieve MoreLearn how to use the new C++11 language features and the standard library to build robust programs quickly, and get comfortable with high-level programming Learn through examples that illuminate today’s best coding styles and program design techniques Understand the “rationale behind the rules”: why C++11 works as it does Use the extensive cross-references to help you connect related concepts and insights Benefit from up-to-date learning aids and exercises that emphasize key points, help you to avoid pitfalls, promote good practices, and reinforce what you’ve learnedAccess the source code for the extended examples from informit.com/title/0321714113C++ Primer, Fifth Edition, features an enhanced, layflat binding, which allows the book to stay open more easily when placed on a flat surface. This special binding method—notable by a small space inside the spine—also increases durability. Read more

Focusing on the current “best practice” of the C++ standard, this handy 6 page laminated reference guide is a must-have desktop tool designed to give you the need-to-know answers at your fingertips. Author Scott Smith with 30 plus years of experience using C++ and authoring thousands of pages of technical documentation while working with world-wide financial markets has meticulously constructed the reference he knows you need. C++ is a living language which is continuously evolving. The code in this guide was testing against GCC 8.2.1 and should work with any C++ compiler which fully implements the standard.  6 page laminated guide includes: Basic ConceptsSource Code CommentsThe PreprocessorLine ContinuationKeywords, AttributesFundamental TypesEnumerationsCompound Types, Incomplete Types, Type AliasesObjects, CV Qualifiers, Storage Class SpecifiersObject Lifetime, Object InitializationLiteralsExpressions, Operators, StatementsFunctionsLambda ExpressionsClassesAccess SpecifiersSpecial Member FunctionsCopy/MoveNamespacesName Resolution & Scopes, Name HidingPolymorphismFunction OverloadingType ConversionOperator Overloading Read more

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The real challenge of programming isn't learning a language's syntax—it's learning to creatively solve problems so you can build something great. In this one-of-a-kind text, author V. Anton Spraul breaks down the ways that programmers solve problems and teaches you what other introductory books often ignore: how to Think Like a Programmer. Each chapter tackles a single programming concept, like classes, pointers, and recursion, and open-ended exercises throughout challenge you to apply your knowledge.You'll also learn how to:–Split problems into discrete components to make them easier to solve–Make the most of code reuse with functions, classes, and libraries–Pick the perfect data structure for a particular job–Master more advanced programming tools like recursion and dynamic memory–Organize your thoughts and develop strategies to tackle particular types of problemsAlthough the book's examples are written in C++, the creative problem-solving concepts they illustrate go beyond any particular language; in fact, they often reach outside the realm of computer science. As the most skillful programmers know, writing great code is a creative art—and the first step in creating your masterpiece is learning to Think Like a Programmer. Read more

Learn the Godot 4 game engine and GDScript 2.0 as you build your own game and transform into a proficient programmer with this illustrated guideKey FeaturesLearn the fundamentals of programming as you write GDScript 2.0Explore the world of GDScript 2.0 with this comprehensive introduction to the languageWork with Godot 4’s robust features and built-in tools to create captivating 2D and 3D games, simulations, and interactive applicationsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionIn the digital landscape driven by interactive experiences, the demand for creative individuals with the skills to create captivating games has never been higher. Written by Sander Vanhove, a seasoned game developer with over 20 games to his credit, this book will serve as your entry point into game development, showing you how to leverage the powerful features of the open-source, versatile GDScript 2.0 to develop your ideas, from simple platformers to complex RPGs.Whether you're an aspiring game developer, a hobbyist seeking a creative outlet, or simply someone intrigued by the world of game programming, this book will guide you through the intricacies of the Godot 4 game engine. Starting with a primer on the fundamentals of programming, you’ll cover everything from data to logic, while familiarizing yourself with Godot’s built-in tools such as the physics engine, navigation, and cameras. As you progress, you’ll unlock deeper insights into more advanced tools that will take your programming to the next level. Aided by easy-to-follow step-by-step tutorials, examples, exercises, and experiments, you’ll seamlessly integrate this newfound knowledge to create a Vampire Survivor-like game from scratch.By the end of this book, you’ll have become proficient in leveraging the Godot 4 game engine to bring your gaming visions to life.What you will learnDevelop your GDScript 2.0 programming skills from basic to advanced, emphasizing code cleanlinessHarness Godot 4's integrated physics engine to control and manipulate in-game objectsDesign a vibrant and immersive game world by seamlessly integrating a diverse array of assetsMaster the art of processing input from various sources for enhanced interactivityExtend the reach of your game by learning how to export it to multiple platformsIncorporate simple multiplayer functionality for a dynamic gaming experienceWho this book is forThis book is for programmers, game designers, game developers, and game artists who want to start creating games in Godot 4. If you’re new to coding or game development, looking for a new creative outlet, and want to give Godot 4 and GDScript 2.0 a try, this book is for you. While no prior knowledge of programming or Godot is required, this book gradually introduces more complex concepts as you advance through the chapters.Table of ContentsSetting Up the EnvironmentGetting Familiar with Variables and Control FlowGrouping Information in Arrays, Loops, and DictionariesBringing Structure with Methods and ClassesHow and Why to Keep Your Code CleanCreating a World of Your Own in GodotMaking the Character MoveSplitting and Reusing ScenesCameras, Collisions, and CollectiblesCreating Menus, Making Enemies, and Using AutoloadsPlaying Together with MultiplayerExporting to Multiple PlatformsOOP Continued and Advanced TopicsAdvanced Programming PatternsUsing the File SystemWhat Next? Read more

Gain proficiency in CMake and unlock the complete potential of C++ to develop exceptional projectsPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF formatKey Features: - Get to grips with CMake and take your C++ development skills to enterprise standards- Use hands-on exercises and self-assessment questions to lock-in your learning- Understand how to build in an array of quality checks and tests for robust codeBook Description: Modern CMake for C++ isn't just another reference book, or a repackaging of the documentation, but a blueprint to bridging the gap between learning C++ and being able to use it in a professional setting. It's an end-to-end guide to the automation of complex tasks, including building, testing, and packaging software.This second edition is updated to the latest version of the CMake tooling suite, featuring three new chapters and an additional appendix dedicated to CMake presets.In this book, you'll not only learn how to use the CMake language in CMake projects, but also discover how to make those projects maintainable, elegant, and clean. As you progress, you'll dive into the structure of source directories, building targets, and packages, all while learning how to compile and link executables and libraries. You'll also gain a deeper understanding of how those processes work, and how to optimize builds in CMake for the best results.You'll discover how to use external dependencies in your project - third-party libraries, testing frameworks, program analysis tools, and documentation generators. Finally, you'll gain proficiency in exporting, installing, and packaging for internal and external purposes.By the end of this book, you'll be able to use CMake confidently at a professional level.What You Will Learn: - Understand best practices for building C++ code- Gain practical knowledge of the CMake language- Guarantee code quality with tests and static and dynamic analysis- Discover how to manage, discover, download, and link dependencies with CMake- Build solutions that can be reused and maintained in the long term- Understand how to optimize build artifacts and the build process- Program modern CMake and manage your build processes- Acquire expertise in complex subjects like CMake presets and CDashWho this book is for: The book is for build engineers and software developers with knowledge of C/C++ programming who are looking to learn CMake to automate the process of building small and large software solutions. If you're just getting started with CMake, a long-time GNU Make user, or simply looking to brush up on the latest best practices, this book is for you. Read more

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A perfect way to have your resume outshine the rest…The most successful programs of the last 30 years were developed in C++. From Microsoft Word to Facebook to Adobe Photoshop, C++ is at the heart of the most lucrative technologies in today’s world.C++ is the most powerful programming language in the modern world for one simple reason: it allows for complete control, not only of the program’s logic and graphical user interface, but of the hardware too.If all the IT giants use it, it stands to reason that the most successful programmers in the world all have C++ on their resume. And that’s why you should add it to yours today.With a solid foundation in C++ programming, you can open doors and grow your salary--it’s simply a case of learning a new language. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll gain:The skills to micro-manage any computer’s performance The ability to write code for Windows, Mac, Linux, and mobile devices The capability of programming computer games, graphical applications, and AI, to name but a few A stepping stone to mastering a host of other programming languages A fundamental understanding of a complex but logical computer language These are the skills you need to become a programming master and skyrocket your career.In Learn C++ Quickly, you’ll find a step-by-step guide to becoming a C++ ninja. You’ll discover:Simple explanations of vital code broken down into bite-sized steps The 3 basic structural elements crucial to learning C++ coding Easy-to-follow programming exercises and solutions Clear examples and straightforward explanations to demystify the language A comprehensive index of source code files you can use immediately A fool-proof guide to writing your first C++ program, helping you practice each new skill as you go along A solid foundation in C++ programming, offering the potential to graduate to intermediate and advanced skill sets And much more.If you thought C++ was a complex programming language, you were right... but it is also one of the most rewarding skills you can learn, and learning it doesn’t have to be difficult.This simple guide helps to break that language down quickly and effortlessly, giving you the foundations you need in order to become a C++ master.Just as with learning any new language, the recipe for success is a tailored mixture of clear explanations, relevant and illustrative examples, and carefully directed practice. Learn C++ Quickly will give you exactly that.Without any prior programming experience, you can join the ranks of the most successful programmers of all time.Learn everything you need to know about C++ in order to set your feet firmly on the path to success.If you’re ready to join the most successful programmers the world has ever seen, click “Add to Cart” right now. Read more

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Learn how to handle errors, inefficiencies, and outdated paradigms by exploring the most common mistakes you’ll find in production C++ code.100 C++ Mistakes and How To Avoid Them reveals the problems you’ll inevitably encounter as you write new C++ code and diagnose legacy applications, along with practical techniques you need to resolve them. Inside 100 C++ Mistakes and How To Avoid Them you’ll learn how to: • Design solid classes • Minimize resource allocation/deallocation issues • Use new C++ features • Identify the differences between compile and runtime issues • Recognize C-style idioms that miss C++ functionality • Use exceptions well 100 C++ Mistakes and How To Avoid Them gives you practical insights and techniques to improve your C++ coding kung fu. Author Rich Yonts has been using C++ since its invention in the 1980s. This book distills that experience into practical, reusable advice on how C++ programmers at any skill level can improve their code. Unlike many C++ books that concentrate on language theory and toy exercises, this book is loaded with real examples from production codebases. Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF and ePub formats from Manning Publications. About the technology Over ten billion lines of C++ code are running in production applications, and 98-developers find and fix mistakes in them every day. Even mission-critical applications have bugs, performance inefficiencies, and readability problems. This book will help you identify them in the code you’re maintaining and avoid them in the code you’re writing. About the book 100 C++ Mistakes and How To Avoid Them presents practical techniques to improve C++ code, from legacy applications to modern codebases that use C++ 11 and beyond. Author Rich Yonts provides a concrete example to illustrate each issue, along with a step-by-step walkthrough for improving readability, effectiveness, and performance. Along the way, you’ll even learn how and where to replace outdated patterns and idioms with modern C++. What's inside • Design solid classes • Resource allocation/deallocation issues • Compile and runtime problems • Replace C-style idioms with proper C++ About the reader Covers C++ 98 through 23, with an emphasis on diagnosing and improving legacy code. About the author Rich Yonts is a Senior Software Engineer at Teradata and a long-time software engineer using C++, Java, and Python. He has held a number of technical and leadership roles during his many years at IBM and Sony. Table of Contents 1 C++: With great power comes great responsibility Part 1 2 Better modern C++: Classes and types 3 Better modern C++: General programming 4 Better modern C++: Additional topics Part 2 5 C idioms 6 Better premodern C++ Part 3 7 Establishing the class invariant 8 Maintaining the class invariant 9 Class operations 10 Exceptions and resources 11 Functions and coding 12 General coding Read more

Program 3D Games in C++: The #1 Language at Top Game Studios Worldwide C++ remains the key language at many leading game development studios. Since it’s used throughout their enormous code bases, studios use it to maintain and improve their games, and look for it constantly when hiring new developers. Game Programming in C++ is a practical, hands-on approach to programming 3D video games in C++. Modeled on Sanjay Madhav’s game programming courses at USC, it’s fun, easy, practical, hands-on, and complete. Step by step, you’ll learn to use C++ in all facets of real-world game programming, including 2D and 3D graphics, physics, AI, audio, user interfaces, and much more. You’ll hone real-world skills through practical exercises, and deepen your expertise through start-to-finish projects that grow in complexity as you build your skills. Throughout, Madhav pays special attention to demystifying the math that all professional game developers need to know. Set up your C++ development tools quickly, and get startedImplement basic 2D graphics, game updates, vectors, and game physicsBuild more intelligent games with widely used AI algorithmsImplement 3D graphics with OpenGL, shaders, matrices, and transformationsIntegrate and mix audio, including 3D positional audioDetect collisions of objects in a 3D environmentEfficiently respond to player inputBuild user interfaces, including Head-Up Displays (HUDs)Improve graphics quality with anisotropic filtering and deferred shadingLoad and save levels and binary game dataWhether you’re a working developer or a student with prior knowledge of C++ and data structures, Game Programming in C++ will prepare you to solve real problems with C++ in roles throughout the game development lifecycle. You’ll master the language that top studios are hiring for―and that’s a proven route to success. Read more

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Prepare for Unreal Engine 5! Learn the fundamentals of the C++ programming language as well as Unreal Engine’s code base for creating and packaging a complete hack and slash action game. Implement combat, AI and Behavior Trees, animation, gameplay mechanics, interfaces and delegates, collision and physics, ray casting, game saving, menu and HUD creation via UMG, and much more. Read more