This course is for experienced C programmers who want to program in C++. The examples and exercises require a basic understanding of algorithms and object-oriented software.



C++ For C Programmers, Part A
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Instructor: Ira Pohl
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Convert C programs to C++.
Use basic container classes.
Apply the principles of Dijkstra's shortest path algorithm.
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There are 5 modules in this course
How to convert an existing C program to C++. Use of type safe Input/Output. Avoiding the preprocessor.
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10 videos1 reading1 peer review
Review of Dijkstra's shortest path algorithm. C++ Functions and Generics. C++ classes and OO. Point as an example.
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10 videos1 reading
Point: Default constructor and initializing syntax. Conversion Constructors. Copy Constructor. List and dynamic memory allocation. Deep Copy.
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12 videos1 reading1 peer review
Prim’s and Kruskal’s algorithms. Use of basic Container Classes. Tripod-Container, Iterator, Algorithm.
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14 videos1 reading1 peer review
Practice and final.
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2 assignments
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Reviewed on May 14, 2020
I really enjoyed the course. I like the instructor's way of explaining things and definitely learned a lot.A big thanks to you, Mr. Pohl. Keep up the great work.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2017
I enjoyed this course. It was great as a review of C++ and an introduction to C++11 for me. The assignments are heavy in graph theory and are non-trivial.
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2018
I really loved this course. It is really helpul for my programming aspect. I have managed to develop my logical abilty and this course really helped me.
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