how have a good start in C++

wood · 11-01-2003, 10:42 AM

Can anyone tell me, how to have a good start in c++.

Which compiler should I use?
How can I start programming the interface of the program?
Any recommendation or advice b4 starting to learn c++?

acid_kewpie · 11-01-2003, 10:46 AM

if you're using linux, then there is only really one complier you'd normally use.. gcc. advice? erm.. always change your underwear before going on a plane.

trickykid · 11-01-2003, 10:55 AM

Moved: Seems more suitable in our Programming forum. And yes, changing your underwear before getting on a plane might come in handy for some. Regards.

speter · 11-01-2003, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by trickykid
And yes, changing your underwear before getting on a plane might come in handy for some.

For whom would it not be handy?

As for advice for learning C++, look at code and write as many programs as you can. Programming is not a theoretical field. My book recommendation is C++ Primer Plus, and I've found CodeWarriorU to be useful for beginners.

Steve

Skyline · 11-01-2003, 01:38 PM

g++ would be fine

Create an ordinary text file with your c++ code in it and save it as source_file.C

Then compile it with

g++ source_file.C -o executable_name

Once compiled into an executable the executable is in the same directory as the source file.

Then move it if neccesary into your PATH

Then run it with

executable_name

wood · 11-02-2003, 05:09 AM

How about Microsoft Visual C++? Is it good to use, or a bad habit