C++ Learning Path: From Basics To Advanced Projects

Unlock the full potential of C++, covering everything from beginner fundamentals to advanced projects.

What you'll learn

Core concepts of C++ programming, including syntax, variables, data types, and control flow.

Advanced topics like dynamic memory management, object-oriented programming, and polymorphism.

Practical skills in using C++ for graphics and data visualization.

Hands-on experience with projects that enhance your problem-solving and coding capabilities.

Techniques for writing efficient, well-structured, and maintainable code in C++.

Requirements

No prior programming experience is required, but familiarity with basic programming concepts is helpful.

A computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux) with an internet connection.

Description

Course IntroductionThis course is designed to take you on a complete journey through the world of C++, starting from the absolute basics and progressing through to advanced topics and hands-on projects. Whether you're new to programming or looking to deepen your C++ knowledge, this course is structured to equip you with the skills and confidence to tackle real-world coding challenges. You'll explore C++ fundamentals, master intermediate and advanced concepts, and gain practical experience by building exciting projects like graphical applications and data visualizations.Section-wise BreakdownSection 1: Beginners C++ - C++ FundamentalsIn the first section, we start with the basics of C++ programming. You'll learn about the origins of C++ and the foundational principles of programming languages. We’ll guide you through setting up your coding environment, writing your first "Hello, World!" program, and understanding what's happening behind the scenes. You'll then explore data types, variables, and essential operators, along with best practices for naming conventions and code formatting. By the end of this section, you'll be comfortable writing basic C++ programs, using control flow statements like loops and conditionals, and working with arrays and pointers.Section 2: Intermediate to Advanced C++Building on the fundamentals, this section delves into more complex concepts. You'll learn about enumerations, type aliases, and data structures like structs and vectors. We’ll explore dynamic memory allocation, understand the differences between stack and heap memory, and dive into object-oriented programming (OOP) with classes, constructors, and inheritance. Advanced topics like polymorphism, recursion, and function overloading will also be covered. This section is designed to solidify your understanding of C++ and prepare you for more advanced applications.Section 3: C++ Project #1 - Graphics: Creating A SceneryPut your skills to the test with a fun and engaging project. In this section, you'll use the C++ graphics library to create a detailed scenery. You'll learn to draw mountains, plot sun rays, and build structures like houses, trees, and ponds. This project emphasizes the use of loops, functions, and conditional statements to create visually appealing graphical outputs, helping you develop a solid understanding of C++ graphics programming.Section 4: C++ Project #2 - Pandemic Statistics Graph PlottingThis section focuses on data visualization using C++. You'll build a program to plot population statistics of different countries on a graph. From setting up the graphics environment to mapping data on a chart, you’ll gain hands-on experience in handling real-world data. This project covers accepting user inputs, drawing axes, and creating data plots, which are valuable skills for data analysis and visualization.Section 5: C++ Project #3 - Creating Sales Charts With Data EntryLearn to represent data graphically by creating sales charts. You'll work on building bar charts and pie charts from scratch using C++. This section covers everything from data entry to rendering colorful charts, enhancing your ability to visualize data effectively. By the end of this project, you'll have a complete understanding of how to use C++ for data-driven applications.Section 6: C++ Project #4 - Organogram and Flowchart ApplicationIn the final section, you'll dive into a project that involves creating a complex organogram using inheritance and advanced class concepts. You'll develop a program that structures an organizational chart, complete with base and derived classes, and visualize it using flowcharts. This project will test your knowledge of OOP, inheritance, and class hierarchies, bringing all the concepts you've learned throughout the course into one comprehensive application.Course ConclusionBy the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation in C++ programming, ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques. With hands-on experience in graphical projects and data visualization, you'll be well-prepared to tackle real-world programming challenges. Whether you're aiming for a career in software development or looking to enhance your coding skills, this course offers everything you need to succeed in C++.

Overview

Section 1: Beginners C++ - C++ Fundamentals

Lecture 1 Introduction To The Course

Lecture 2 The Absolute Basics

Lecture 3 Programming Languages

Lecture 4 Setting Up The Coding Environment

Lecture 5 About C And C

Lecture 6 Hello World

Lecture 7 Hello World Behind The Scenes

Lecture 8 Build Configuration

Lecture 9 Compiler Warnings

Lecture 10 Basic Data Handling

Lecture 11 Multiple Types of Variable Assignments

Lecture 12 Cout C in End l

Lecture 13 Variable Initialization Guidelines

Lecture 14 Variable Naming Convention

Lecture 15 Operators

Lecture 16 Expressions in CPP

Lecture 17 Introduction to Basic Functions in C plus plus

Lecture 18 Writing Our First Simple Program

Lecture 19 Functions In C plus plus

Lecture 20 Functions Returning Values

Lecture 21 Function Parameters and Arguments

Lecture 22 Lifetime and Scope of A Variable

Lecture 23 Uses of A Function and Guidelines for Usage

Lecture 24 Intro to Code File and Codes Formatting

Lecture 25 White Space In C

Lecture 26 Forward Declarations

Lecture 27 Multiple Code Files

Lecture 28 Identifier Names

Lecture 29 The Std Namespace

Lecture 30 Preprocessor Directives

Lecture 31 Header Files

Lecture 32 Preprocessor Directives For Header Files

Lecture 33 Simple Program Using Header Files

Lecture 34 Intro to Variables and Constants

Lecture 35 More on Integers

Lecture 36 Float Variables

Lecture 37 Char Datatype

Lecture 38 Constants

Lecture 39 Intro to Program Logic Flow

Lecture 40 If Else Statements

Lecture 41 Loops

Lecture 42 Switch Case Statements

Lecture 43 Arrays

Lecture 44 Pointer Part 1

Lecture 45 Pointer Part 2

Lecture 46 Pointer Part 3

Lecture 47 Pointer Part 4

Lecture 48 Pointer Part 5

Lecture 49 Pointer Part 6

Section 2: Intermediate to Advanced C++

Lecture 50 Intro to Advance C Plus Plus

Lecture 51 Enumerations

Lecture 52 Enumerations Continue

Lecture 53 Enum Classes

Lecture 54 Typedef and Typealias

Lecture 55 Structs

Lecture 56 Structs Continue

Lecture 57 Auto Keyword

Lecture 58 Dynamic Memory Allocation

Lecture 59 Pointers and Refs with Structs

Lecture 60 For Each Loops

Lecture 61 Std Vector

Lecture 62 Std Array

Lecture 63 Function Returning By Address and Reference

Lecture 64 Stack and Heap

Lecture 65 Recursive Functions

Lecture 66 ClassIn Cpp Part 1

Lecture 67 ClassIn Cpp Part 2

Lecture 68 ClassIn Cpp Part 3

Lecture 69 ClassIn Cpp Part 4

Lecture 70 ClassIn Cpp Part 5

Lecture 71 More Constructors and Destructors

Lecture 72 More Constructors and Destructors Continued

Lecture 73 Friends

Lecture 74 Inheritance in C

Lecture 75 Multiple Inheritance

Lecture 76 Polymorphism

Lecture 77 Polymorphism Continue

Section 3: C++ Project #1 - Graphics: Creating A Scenery

Lecture 78 Introduction to Project

Lecture 79 Introduction to Project Continue

Lecture 80 Setting up the Graphics Driver

Lecture 81 Using the Line Function

Lecture 82 Drawing Mountains Using Loops

Lecture 83 Plotting the Sun Rays

Lecture 84 Structure of the House

Lecture 85 Plotting Door and Windows of the House

Lecture 86 Plotting the Trees

Lecture 87 Pond and Grass Plotting

Lecture 88 Grass Plotting Continued

Section 4: C++ Project #2 - Pandemic Statistics Graph Plotting

Lecture 89 Introduction to Project

Lecture 90 Graphics Library Initialise

Lecture 91 Accepting Country Names

Lecture 92 Accepting Population

Lecture 93 Drawing X and Y Axis Lines

Lecture 94 Plotting Country Names on x Axis

Lecture 95 Creating Partition and Calibrations on the Y Axis

Lecture 96 Mapping Countrywise Population on Graph

Lecture 97 Making the Project

Lecture 98 Testing the Code

Section 5: C++ Project #3 - Creating Sales Charts With Data Entry

Lecture 99 Introduction to Project

Lecture 100 Bar Chart Part 1

Lecture 101 Bar Chart Part 2

Lecture 102 Bar Chart Part 3

Lecture 103 Bar Chart Part 4

Lecture 104 Bar Chart Part 5

Lecture 105 Piechart

Lecture 106 Piechart Continue

Section 6: C++ Project #4

Lecture 107 Introduction

Lecture 108 Introduction to Inheritance

Lecture 109 Define Base Class

Lecture 110 Main Function

Lecture 111 Derived Class

Lecture 112 Organogram Coding

Lecture 113 Organogram Coding Continue

Lecture 114 Organogram Run Mode

Lecture 115 Typical Organogram

Lecture 116 Define Class Diamond

Lecture 117 Flo Chart Printon The Screen

Lecture 118 Conclusion

Beginners who are new to programming and want to learn C++ from scratch.,Intermediate programmers looking to strengthen their C++ skills and explore advanced concepts.,Anyone interested in applying C++ for graphics programming, data visualization, and real-world projects.,Students, professionals, and hobbyists who want to build a strong foundation in C++ for academic or career growth.