What's the first step to start c++ prog?

[Regine]

Hi everyone! I'm just a new member here at cplusplus.com
Actually our lesson in my course is not yet on c++ we're just on the basic first. The flow charting using MS VISIO 2007, I'm already having difficulties with this one,the word problems especially. Now guys can you help me in flow charting and how to start c++?

I have downloaded CodeBlocks and I don't know how to use it for c++.

thank you!

[Bazzy]

I have downloaded CodeBlocks and I don't know how to use it for c++.

As with all IDEs, you need to create a project. Click on "Create a new project", then select "Console application" and follow the staps of the wizard, you will finally get the 'Hello World' program. You can modify the sourcecode as you wish to make your own program.
When you are ready to see the result of your program press F8 or the "Build and run" button

[mcleano]

As with all IDEs, you need to create a project.

Apart from Dev-C++, which is something I like about it.

[gcampton]

you might want to go grab a free PDF like Sam's how to learn C++ in 30 days or something off the net. It will at least give you some minimal help in getting started. Or, go to the nearest library and get any C++ for beginners. idiots guide etc. I say this not as an insult but i find using really dumb books like idiots guides to learn on a lot easier when you are not being instructed and taught by a teacher/professor/lecturer.

A really good book if you can find it (I had to pay $70 for mine) is How to program C++ Sixth Edition by Deitel and Deitel. Which is not an like an idiots guide but is very well written, very comprehesive (thick thick book) and easy to comprehend for beginners.

[Bazzy]

The tutorial in this site is really good for a beginner: http://www.cplusplus.com/doc/tutorial/ -there's a PDF version too-

[S6k9GNh0]

I think a book will suffice. I suggest you go into the lounge section and check out the beginners examples. Very useful stuff and easy to help you learn.