Learning C++: A Hands-On Approach [Paperback]

Eric Nagler (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0314200398 | ISBN-13: 978-0314200396 | Publication Date: September 9, 1999 | Edition: 2nd

This hands-on introduction to C++ programming uses a learn-by-example method to teach the language through a series of examples and parallel exercises. It employs a careful and steady progression of skills and concepts. The text features many programming examples, some of which show students clearly-marked mistakes to demonstrate common programming errors. This edition contains coverage of the Borland 5.0 C++ compiler.

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About the Author

Eric Nagler received his B.A. in mathematics from the University of Michigan and quickly became a computer programmer for the federal government. He started teaching at a local community college in 1980 and has spoken at several C++ conferences. Eric has taught C, C++, and Java around the country. He is currently employed by Lawrence Technological University and ITT Tech. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 566 pages
• Publisher: Pws Pub Co; 2nd edition (September 9, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0314200398
• ISBN-13: 978-0314200396
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,692,889 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars C++ for C programmers, June 8, 2002

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Charles Notley (Mountain View, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Learning C++: A Hands-On Approach (Paperback)

This book is great for intermediate to advanced C programmers who want to learn C++. I'm in my second year of computer science coursework and have taken 3 quarters of C programming, 1 quarter of assembly, and a data structures class and am using this book in my C++ for C programmers class. The first 5 chapters led me through the differences in using C++ to program procedurally vs. using C. The next chapter introduces objects and does an excellent job of transitioning from procedural thinking to objective thinking in addition to teaching the syntax. The book pretty much continues on this path, shedding more light on why the differences between C and C++ exist and how to use C++ to objectify problems and write solid classes.

If you already know an object oriented language and are looking for a C++ reference manual, don't buy this book. If you know procedural programming, preferably C, and want to learn Object Oriented programming, BUY THIS BOOK.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, September 29, 2000

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Srinivasa (San Jose) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Learning C++: A Hands-On Approach (Paperback)

1. This book does not teach you C. You should be knowing C in order to study this. 2. Essentially, this book explains the C++ concepts and coding syntax, and this it does very well. 3. The author takes up an idea, presents it clearly, both in words and with examples (very simple example, at that). 4. It is not pedantic; the ideas are presented crisply. 5. If you know C and want to learn C++ QUICKLY, then go for this book.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Learning C++, December 10, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Learning C++: A Hands-On Approach (Paperback)

I must say I strongly disagree with the other readers, this book is a waste of money. It does assume knowledge of C which is fine (I think anyone trying to learn C++ without prior knowledge and experience in C is in for a difficult journey) and the book generally does an okay job of explaining the differences between C and C++ but after chapter 4 it goes downhill quite fast. For starters it possibly has THE WORST INDEX I'VE EVER SEEN IN A TECHNICAL BOOK. For a technical book I consider the index to be the second most important feature aside from the actual content. Let's say for example I want to find information on the setf() member function. Good luck because it's not in there (it's in the book it's just impossible to find). This book has LOTS of code examples which wood be wonderful if the author could actually write an example of code without always using his favorite /* other details omitted */ comment. You can piece together the omitted details if you don't mind constantly flipping between pages. I however prefer to see a complete idea presented and executed. If you want a good C++ book that has in depth examples and teaches good coding practices get C++ How to Program from Deitel and Deitel. This book is fantastic for learning and for reference. In addition it covers BOTH C and C++.