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
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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SW
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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.
JD
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Reviewed on Jul 14, 2022
Great teaching of topics covered. Covered far more than expected upon enrollment (and took way more time than expected). Lectures were slowly paced and tended to meander.
RH
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Reviewed on Oct 16, 2016
Just right for programmers seeking to update their skills to the new V11 C++. I recommend getting the book by the author that helps along with a text or Coursera course on Algorithms.
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