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CourseC++ for Programmers
Take this course meant for experienced programmers and learn about C++, one of the world’s most popular languages.
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This course includes
Skill level
IntermediateTime to complete
Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary3 hoursProjects
5Prerequisites
None
About this course
This course is dedicated to programmers who are already familiar with the world of programming and are looking to get acquainted with the C++ programming language. It’s designed to be a series of short, interactive articles that you can skim, dive into, or even skip. We did this so that you can use this course to both learn C++ concepts and check as a reference guide.
Syllabus
5 projectsCertificate of completion available with Plus or Pro
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Projects in this course
- practice Project
Piggy Bank
You just returned from a trip to South America and you came back with three different kinds of currencies. Let's convert them to USD! - practice Project
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Lizard, Spock
The Big Bang Theory Edition! - practice Project
Build a Text Adventure
Create a text adventure using C++!
Meet the creator of the course
Alex DiStasi
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