what book to read for a beginner
Hey guys,
Im pretty new to C++ (actually brand new) i have read the beginning chapters in a few books to get started but right now i can't decide which book would be the most gain for a complete beginner to the language.
I have 3 books right now and i am wanting to just read one of them to start instead of jumping between the three. i think this will be more productive overall and i wanted to know if anyone has read any of the books i have and if anyone might have a suggestion on which one i should read first. my end game goal is mostly to learn about game programming.
the three books are:
c++ for dummies.
beginning c++ through game programing: Third edition
and Microsoft Visual basic 2008 reloaded
i know the microsoft book is specific to microsofts compiler but i got it from a freind who took some classes on programming and thought it might be good to read.
anyways i think i have turned this very simple question into too much of a novel already so thank you for any input it will be greatly appreciated
Im pretty new to C++ (actually brand new) i have read the beginning chapters in a few books to get started but right now i can't decide which book would be the most gain for a complete beginner to the language.
I have 3 books right now and i am wanting to just read one of them to start instead of jumping between the three. i think this will be more productive overall and i wanted to know if anyone has read any of the books i have and if anyone might have a suggestion on which one i should read first. my end game goal is mostly to learn about game programming.
the three books are:
c++ for dummies.
beginning c++ through game programing: Third edition
and Microsoft Visual basic 2008 reloaded
i know the microsoft book is specific to microsofts compiler but i got it from a freind who took some classes on programming and thought it might be good to read.
anyways i think i have turned this very simple question into too much of a novel already so thank you for any input it will be greatly appreciated
I've never read a microsoft book, but if that book is using .NET, I would not recommend it if you are trying to learn C++. C++.NET is not really C++. I personally haven't read any of them, but I'd probably vote on the 2nd one there. I've heard bad things about "...for dummies" and "Learn .... in X days" type of books.
But the game programming book I'd imagine is using OpenGL or DirectX to teach, so that may be kind of advanced if you're just starting out.
If you're willing to pick a different book, "C++ Primer" by Lippman and LaJoie is a great book. Covers the basics very well, and covers the advanced stuff in an understandable manner while still getting into the nitty gritty of the language.
But the game programming book I'd imagine is using OpenGL or DirectX to teach, so that may be kind of advanced if you're just starting out.
If you're willing to pick a different book, "C++ Primer" by Lippman and LaJoie is a great book. Covers the basics very well, and covers the advanced stuff in an understandable manner while still getting into the nitty gritty of the language.
ok, that was kinda the one i was leaning to also because its alot of hands on and typing out code over and over again, which i think is a great way to learn
the microsoft book was an option because im using visual studio 2010 premium for a compiler.
the game programing book just uses a regular compiler and has you make games that are in like a comamnd window, like a plackjack game but theres no GUI just gives you a number or a card and you press "H" then enter to hit or "S" then enter to stay.
the microsoft book was an option because im using visual studio 2010 premium for a compiler.
the game programing book just uses a regular compiler and has you make games that are in like a comamnd window, like a plackjack game but theres no GUI just gives you a number or a card and you press "H" then enter to hit or "S" then enter to stay.
I just read some reviews on the 2nd option, and it sounds like a solid choice to me.
thanks man i appreciate the looking into it. the reviews i read are what prompted me to buy it in the first place but i figured i would ask with the comparison since i had all 3
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