Good intermediate book?

[georgelappies]

Hi all

Please can you suggest a good intermediate book for C++

Basically I am looking for topics such as when to use pointers, namescpaces, design patterns etc.

I know how to use them, but not sure when is always the best time to do so.

Most books I have come across are either introductory or go in to depth in one certain field like OpenGL or such.

I just want good C++ best practices used and recommendations please.

[TheToaster]

If you want an intermediate book to learn the basic syntax, I would check out "C++, A Complete Reference".

If you want to learn how to design professional C++ programs using methodologies such as abstraction, design patterns and more advanced features, get "Professional C++"

[georgelappies]

Thanks IceStorm, is this the Professional C++ book you are referring to?

http://www.amazon.com/Professional-C-Nicholas-A-Solter/dp/0764574841

[mutexe]

Scott Meyers Effective c++ books are pretty cool in my opinion:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Effective-Specific-Programs-Professional-Computing/dp/0321334876/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404747839&sr=8-1&keywords=scott+meyers+c%2B%2B

[ResidentBiscuit]

+1 on Effective C++ by Scott Meyers. Excellent book(s) that will definitely improve your C++ skills.