C++ Timesaving Techniques For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer/Tech))

Most books cover the syntax of the language. This book covers some interesting tips on how to use it effectively. In particular, I was drawn to this book for its example of a class factory. Not a topic covered in most books. Seasoned C++ programmer Matthew Telles shows developers at any level of experience how to save hours by improving, refactoring, and debugging their code Some of the techniques covered include mastering asserts, creating a complete class, hiding a method of a base class, freeing blocks of memory, implementing a simple locking mechanism, creating debugging macros, checking for errors at run-time, finding and fixing memory leaks, and reducing code complexity The easy-to-follow, two-column Timesaving Techniques format makes mastering each timesaver a snap C++ is one of today's most widely used programming languages, with compilers offered by Microsoft, Borland, and Code Warrior This book is the perfect companion to C++ For Dummies, Fifth Edition (0-7645-6852-3)

Streamline OOP and maximize built-in functionality

Over 70 techniques that help you save time by...

• Changing things on the fly
• Handling multiple operating systems
• Defining default arguments for functions
• Creating overload operators
• Working with vector algorithms
• Implementing virtual files
• Reducing the complexity of code

Describes more than seventy techniques to get the most of out C++, covering such topics as handling multiple operating systems, creating overload operators, and implementing virtual files.