C++ For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers))

The best-selling C++ For Dummies book makes C++ easier! C++ For Dummies, 7 th Edition is the best-selling C++ guide on the market, fully revised for the 2014 update. With over 60% new content, this updated guide reflects the new standards, and includes a new Big Data focus that highlights the use of C++ among popular Big Data software solutions. The book provides step-by-step instruction from the ground up, helping beginners become programmers and allowing intermediate programmers to sharpen their skills. The companion website provides all code mentioned in the text, an updated GNU_C++, the new C++ compiler, and other applications. By the end of the first chapter, you will have programmed your first C++ application! As one of the most commonly used programming languages, C++ is a must-have skill for programmers who wish to remain versatile and marketable. C++ For Dummies, 7 th Edition provides clear, concise, expert instruction, which is organized for easy navigation and designed for hands-on learning. Whether you're new to programming, familiar with other languages, or just getting up to speed on the new libraries, features, and generics, this guide provides the information you need. Provides you with an introduction to C++ programming Helps you become a functional programmer Features information on classes, inheritance, and optional features Teaches you 10 ways to avoid adding bugs The book incorporates the newest C++ features into the fundamental instruction, allowing beginners to learn the update as they learn the language. Staying current on the latest developments is a crucial part of being a programmer, and C++ For Dummies, 7 th Edition gets you started off on the right foot. Front Cover Title Page Copyright Page Contents at a Glance Table of CONTENTS Introduction About This Book Icons Used in This Book Beyond the Book Where to Go from Here PART I Getting Started with C++ Programming CHAPTER 1 Writing Your First C++ Program Grasping C++ Concepts Installing Code::Blocks Creating Your First C++ Program Executing Your Program Reviewing the Annotated Program Calculating Expressions CHAPTER 2 Declaring Variables Constantly Declaring Variables Declaring Different Types of Variables Declaring Variable Types Wide Loads on Char Highway Are These Calculations Really Logical? Mixed Mode Expressions Automatic Declarations CHAPTER 3 Performing Mathematical Operations Performing Simple Binary Arithmetic Decomposing Expressions Determining the Order of Operations Performing Unary Operations Using Assignment Operators CHAPTER 4 Performing Logical Operations Why Mess with Logical Operations? Using the Simple Logical Operators Expressing Binary Numbers Performing Bitwise Logical Operations CHAPTER 5 Controlling Program Flow Controlling Program Flow with the Branch Commands Executing Loops in a Program Nesting Control Commands Switching to a Different Subject? PART II Becoming a Functional C++ Programmer CHAPTER 6 Creating Functions Writing and Using a Function Understanding the Details of Functions Overloading Function Names Defining Function Prototypes Defaulting Arguments Passing by Value and Passing by Reference Variable Storage Types CHAPTER 7 Storing Sequences in Arrays Arraying the Arguments for Arrays Using Arrays of Characters Manipulating Strings with Character Adding Some Library Functions Making Room for Wide Strings CHAPTER 8 Taking a First Look at C++ Pointers Variable Size What’s in an Address? Address Operators Using Pointer Variables Passing Pointers to Functions Constant const Irritation Making Use of a Block of Memory Called the Heap CHAPTER 9 Taking a Second Look at C++ Pointers Defining Operations on Pointer Variables When Is a Pointer Not? Declaring and Using Arrays of Pointers CHAPTER 10 The C++ Preprocessor What Is a Preprocessor? Including Files #Defining Things Including Things #if I Say So Intrinsically Defined Objects Typedef PART III Introduction to Classes CHAPTER 11 Examining Object-Oriented Programming Abstracting Microwave Ovens Classifying Microwave Ovens Why Classify? CHAPTER 12 Adding Class to C++ Introducing the Class The Format of a Class Accessing the Members of a Class Activating Our Objects Adding a Member Function Calling a Member Function Scope Resolution (And I Don’t Mean How Well Your Telescope Works) Defining a Member Function in the Class Keeping a Member Function after Class Overloading Member Functions CHAPTER 13 Point and Stare at Objects Declaring Arrays of Objects Declaring Pointers to Objects Passing Objects to Functions Why Bother with Pointers or References? Returning to the Heap Linking Up with Linked Lists Ray of Hope: A List of Containers Linked to the C++ Library CHAPTER 14 Protecting Members: Do Not Disturb Protecting Members Making an Argument for Using Protected Members Giving Non-member Functions Access to Protected Members CHAPTER 15 “Why Do You Build Me Up, Just to Tear Me Down, Baby?” Creating Objects Using Constructors Dissecting a Destructor CHAPTER 16 Making Constructive Arguments Outfitting Constructors with Arguments Placing Too Many Demands on the Carpenter: Overloading the Constructor Defaulting Default Constructors Constructing Class Members Reconstructing the Order of Construction Constructing Arrays Constructors as a Form of Conversion CHAPTER 17 The Copy/Move Constructor Copying an Object The Automatic Copy Constructor Creating Shallow Copies versus Deep Copies It’s a Long Way to Temporaries CHAPTER 18 Static Members: Can Fabric Softener Help? Defining a Static Member Declaring Static Member Functions What Is this About Anyway? PART IV Inheritance CHAPTER 19 Inheriting a Class Do I Need My Inheritance? How Does a Class Inherit? Having a HAS_A Relationship CHAPTER 20 Examining Virtual Member Functions: Are They for Real? Why You Need Polymorphism How Polymorphism Works When Is a Virtual Function Not? Considering Virtual Considerations CHAPTER 21 Factoring Classes Factoring Implementing Abstract Classes PART V Security CHAPTER 22 A New Assignment Operator, Should You Decide to Accept It Comparing Operators with Functions. Inserting a New Operator. Creating Shallow Copies Is a Deep Problem. Overloading the Assignment Operator. Overloading the Subscript Operator. The Move Constructor and Move Operator. CHAPTER 23 Using Stream I/O How Stream I/O Works. Stream Input/Output. Other Methods of the Stream Classes. Using the stringstream Subclasses. Manipulating Manipulators. CHAPTER 24 Handling Errors — Exceptions Justifying a New Error Mechanism?. Examining the Exception Mechanism. What Kinds of Things Can I Throw?. Just Passing Through. CHAPTER 25 Inheriting Multiple Inheritance Describing the Multiple Inheritance Mechanism. Straightening Out Inheritance Ambiguities. Adding Virtual Inheritance. Constructing the Objects of Multiple Inheritance. Voicing a Contrary Opinion. CHAPTER 26 Tempting C++ Templates Generalizing a Function into a Template. Class Templates. Tips for Using Templates. External Template Instantiations. Implementing an Initializer List. CHAPTER 27 Standardizing on the Standard Template Library The string Container. Iterating through Lists. CHAPTER 28 Writing Hacker-Proof Code Understanding the Hacker’s Motives. Understanding Code Injection. Overflowing Buffers for Fun and Profit. PART VI The Part of Tens CHAPTER 29 Ten Ways to Avoid Adding Bugs to Your Program Enable All Warnings and Error Messages Adopt a Clear and Consistent Coding Style Limit the Visibility Comment Your Code While You Write It Single-Step Every Path at Least Once Avoid Overloading Operators Manage the Heap Systematically Use Exceptions to Handle Errors Declare Destructors Virtual Avoid Multiple Inheritance CHAPTER 30 Ten Ways to Protect Your Programs from Hackers Don’t Make Assumptions about User Input Handle Failures Gracefully Maintain a Program Log Follow a Good Development Process Implement Good Version Control Authenticate Users Securely Manage Remote Sessions Obfuscate Your Code Sign Your Code With a Digital Certificate Use Secure Encryption Wherever Necessary INDEX Symbols and Numerics A B C D E-F G H-I J-L M N O P R S T-U V W X-Z About the Author Dedication FAQ