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If you are willing to read a book, I strongly recommend the C++ Primer, 5th ed., by Lipmann et al. [0]It's a very didactic book, covering C++11 well. Unfortunately it does not cover C++14 or C++17, but if you are just starting out with C++ I don't think that's an issue -- most shops are still on 11 or older, anyways...
I found "C++ Primer" by Lippman et al very well written and comprehensive. It includes C++11 features and every chapter has exercises to make sure you understand the content.https://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/03217...
⬐ AstralStormAlready outdated by 6+ years though.⬐ tolgerWhat would you say are important features missing in C++11 that are in the current standard? I ask because I'm trying to get back into C++ development after many years and even C++11 seems like a new language to me.
I'd recommend to choose one of these two books:Programming: Principles and Practice Using C++, 2nd Ed., Bjarne Stroustrup https://www.amazon.com/Programming-Principles-Practice-Using...
C++ Primer, 5th Ed., Stanley Lippman https://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/03217...
For a very brief introduction:
A Tour of C++, Bjarne Stroustrup https://www.amazon.com/Tour-C-Depth/dp/0321958314/ref=sr_1_1...
⬐ sn9Here's more info regarding book recs: https://isocpp.org/wiki/faq/how-to-learn-cpp#best-book
Stanley B. Lippman - C++ Primer - http://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/032171...I haven't been using C++ for a few years now and I needed a quick refresher. While I wouldn't call C++ Primer quick it covers all the basics really well. Great resource for people new to the language.
⬐ seivanSecond this. It's the only book I own that specifically covers a programming language. I own the fourth edition - has a slight different cover.Only complaint is the same as yours, it's pretty verbose but I guess that's what you get with c++.
The C++ primer (latest edition) covers C++11 concepts pretty well. http://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/032171...Once you learn the fundamentals, read Scott Myers. (effective c++, effective modern c++)
"C++ Primer" by Lippman et al. is the best book in my opinion http://www.amazon.co.uk/C-Primer-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/032171...
⬐ ddorian43thanksyou probably should have posted the thread on a weekday
⬐ sedekiYes, probably :-)
A good introductionary book about C++11 is "C++ Primer": http://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Stanley-B-Lippman/dp/032171...What I like about this book is that it teaches you the new C++ way right from the beginning. Rather than walking you through the history of C, it gets you to the modern practices immediately.
Disclaimer: I have only read the first 10% of the book myself, but so far I like it.
C++ Primer was updated to C++11. http://www.amazon.com/Primer-5th-Edition-Stanley-Lippman/dp/...The C++ FAQ is really helpful but doesn't seem to be updated to C++11 http://www.parashift.com/c++-faq/
Fortunately you can refer to Stroustrup's FAQ about C++11 http://www.stroustrup.com/C++11FAQ.html
For reference (like libc manpage, basic usage, which header to include): http://en.cppreference.com/