By the end of this project, you will be able to create a simple calculator as well as an advanced one, which will be achieved by learning the basic concepts of C++ such as variables, DataTypes, if conditions, and more programming concepts. By applying these concepts you can also create programs that users can interact with. These programming concepts can also be applied using other Programming Languages such as Java and Python, not just C++.
Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator
Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator
Instructor: Kareem Ehab
Sponsored by Mojatu Foundation
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4.4
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
Learn the basic concepts of programming with the C++ programming language.
Create a calculator that adds/subtracts/multiplies/divides two numbers together.
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In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Introduction to C++
How C++ programs run and display any text or shape
Variables
Create a Simple Calculator
Data Types
Basic Arithmetic
If statements
Create a more Advanced Calculator
Recommended experience
You should remember basic mathematics.
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Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
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Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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PB
4
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2020
It was easy, but I expected to create a GUI in the process. This course i very much for beginners.
SS
4
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2021
Kindly provide more such projects. Good content and short duration. Perfect!
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Reviewed on Dec 11, 2020
Excellent course I get fun with this type of course coursera is proposing us. You should try it. Totally recommend it.
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