Absolute beginner, is this where I should start?

Question

So, I need to take a C++ class and heard it is easier to start with python? I have never programmed anything and am not sure what some of these exercises are doing, or what they mean. Is there something like a basics course for me to familiarize my self with what I am doing?

Thanks,

Answer 1

Best advice, do not rush.

It does get a bit easier when you get past the new concepts, but grasping fundementals does take time.

Take strings as an example, they are just a collection of characters (or char)

Answer 2

These are the basic courses.
Are you going to be doing c++ in school?

edit :cool name by the way

Answer 3

ooo If you are starting c++ in school, don't stress to much they won't start with advanced topics.

I would get a head start and just start the c++ course. but that is me.

The desired outcome of the current slide you are on is for you to understand what strings are and how to use them.

Answer 4

It'll be better if u start with C because u won't understand few concepts of C++ if u don't know C . It is a bit difficult but once u acquire the flow and learn C no other language will seem difficult.

Answer 5

Thanks Nirmil, I am hoping for exactly that. I will take a look at C.

Answer 6

u can try some other application to learn C++ . Beacuse in Solo learn u need to have atleast some idea . U can use programming hub and it'll be bttr if u make your own notes and write the codes in computer as well.

Answer 7

Yes. I have a C++ class starting this fall and want to familiarize myself with programming before I fall flat on my face in class. I am currently on 'strings' in the first module and am not sure what we are doing, what to goal of the exercise is.

Answer 8

well, I failed there.. I have also started the C++, and it is alien to me. I am sure they won't start with advanced stuff in class, but I can't even get past the easy stuff here..