yeah.. so i'm looking for some books to order from amazon but would like to know if you ppl recommend something that you liked.. so many books there and they cant all be good...
C++ is the industry standard, so its definitely worth learning
but I've never read a programming textbook that doesn't go out of date in a few years, as far as my classes go, they're always a waste of $$$. But then again, my classes make them required texts T_T. I'd say whatever you get, make sure its at least up to date. IMO though, the better way to learn C++ is to learn C first, so that you understand the mechanics behind it even better
I haven't done any "real" programming in years. I wonder if I can still cut the mustard. Some of the junk I used to come up with was pretty complicated for someone with zero formal training.
My buddy's dad would always go on about how important it was to learn C and C++. Like Pixelthief said, that's where you should probably start. Hell, even one of those "C++ for Dummies" might not be a terrible idea if you can get one cheap enough. The basics are super important for any language afterall.
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Originally Posted by Codemonkey Okay this might be a stupid question but:
How does one go about getting C++? I'm confused about the whole thing.
download a command line compiler like gpp or g++, or an IDE like codeblocks, dev-c++, or visual studio express. i recommend visual studio express' MSVC++ express. http://www.microsoft.com/express/vc/
"but I've never read a programming textbook that doesn't go out of date in a few years"
books on standards dont usually go out of date pixel. c++ hasnt changed enough to warrant it. i think youre talking about books on api's and libraries, things which DO change drastcally over time. i have a book from 1995 on windows sockets that is still pretty up to date. in fact its hard to find a book published more recently on the subject that isnt just the same book republished as a paperback.
Heh, I tried to learn from books and online tutorials but never could pick it up. Then I was forced to do it in uni, got an A+ in both tries. It's something that's easier to learn with someone teaching you. I'd suggest getting a teacher if books don't cut it.
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Well, yeah, if you're going to make games, stick with MMF/Construct. C++/C# is only better if you want to make applications. Or if you want to make text-based games. Or roguelikes. MMF wins by a landslide if you're going to make action-y games.
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Originally Posted by Codemonkey Okay this might be a stupid question but:
How does one go about getting C++? I'm confused about the whole thing.
download a command line compiler like gpp or g++, or an IDE like codeblocks, dev-c++, or visual studio express. i recommend visual studio express' MSVC++ express. http://www.microsoft.com/express/vc/
"but I've never read a programming textbook that doesn't go out of date in a few years"
books on standards dont usually go out of date pixel. c++ hasnt changed enough to warrant it. i think youre talking about books on api's and libraries, things which DO change drastcally over time. i have a book from 1995 on windows sockets that is still pretty up to date. in fact its hard to find a book published more recently on the subject that isnt just the same book republished as a paperback.
Huh, I was under the impression you had to buy it...
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