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I'm getting ready to start C++ next week. Searching on the forum wasn't helpful, so asking here: for those who have taken it, how was it? Was it difficult? How long did it take you? Did you need a compiler, and which one did you use?
As someone with no programming background or experience I'm a little intimidated with this course, but who knows, maybe I'll end up enjoying it??
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10-12-2019, 03:49 PM
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You do need a compiler. Study time will vary greatly as I think others started this course w/ programming experience. Don't be afraid learning something new, doing the projects will open your eyes to programming and problem solving.
Revisit this old thread
https://www.degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-...at-SL-like
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(10-12-2019, 03:14 PM)studyandpass5 Wrote: I'm getting ready to start C++ next week. Searching on the forum wasn't helpful, so asking here: for those who have taken it, how was it? Was it difficult? How long did it take you? Did you need a compiler, and which one did you use?
As someone with no programming background or experience I'm a little intimidated with this course, but who knows, maybe I'll end up enjoying it??
Without some background in programming, you will probably struggle with the assignments for the C++ course since it doesn't do a great job of explaining the logic behind some of the tasks.
As with all programming, the way to get through it is to practice. Some people found that taking a free online Java, C, or C++ course (or following some online C++ lessons to get more hands-on experience in programming) prior to starting the C++ course to be helpful.
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(10-12-2019, 03:14 PM)studyandpass5 Wrote: As someone with no programming background or experience ...
I haven't done that course, but I know some basic C++
I think these videos are pretty good
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL...EU8v11yP9M
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