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Aristides Bouras
This course takes you on a journey through the basics of C# programming and algorithmic thinking, tailored specifically for complete beginners. Starting with an understanding of how a computer works, you will explore integrated development environments, essential software packages, and basic algorithmic concepts.As you progress, you will delve deeper into key programming constructs such as variables, constants, input and output handling, operators, and control structures. The course emphasizes practical application, guiding you through exercises involving complex mathematical expressions, string manipulations, decision structures, and loop control structures. By the time you reach the advanced sections, you will have a comprehensive understanding of data structures, subprograms, and object-oriented programming.Designed to be engaging and informative, this course offers tips, tricks, and detailed explanations to help you master each concept. The use of Visual Studio Code is seamlessly integrated, providing you with hands-on experience in a real-world development environment. By the end of the course, you will be well-equipped to tackle more advanced programming challenges and continue your journey in the world of software development.
Ayobami Adewole
This book guides developers to create robust, production-ready C# 7 and .NET Core applications through the practice of test-driven development process. In C# and .NET Core Test-Driven Development, you will learn the different stages of the TDD life cycle, basics of TDD, best practices, and anti-patterns. It will teach you how to create an ASP.NET Core MVC sample application, write testable code with SOLID principles and set up a dependency injection for your sample application. Next, you will learn the xUnit testing framework and learn how to use its attributes and assertions. You’ll see how to create data-driven unit tests and mock dependencies in your code. You will understand the difference between running and debugging your tests on .NET Core on LINUX versus Windows and Visual Studio. As you move forward, you will be able to create a healthy continuous integration process for your sample application using GitHub, TeamCity, Cake, and Microsoft VSTS.By the end of this book, you will have learned how to write clean and robust code through the effective practice of TDD, set up CI build steps to test and build applications as well as how to package application for deployment on NuGet.
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John Carey, Anil Achary, Shreyans Doshi ,...
C++ is a mature multi-paradigm programming language that enables you to write high-level code with a high degree of control over the hardware. Today, significant parts of software infrastructure, including databases, browsers, multimedia frameworks, and GUI toolkits, are written in C++.This book starts by introducing C++ data structures and how to store data using linked lists, arrays, stacks, and queues. In later chapters, the book explains the basic algorithm design paradigms, such as the greedy approach and the divide-and-conquer approach, which are used to solve a large variety of computational problems. Finally, you will learn the advanced technique of dynamic programming to develop optimized implementations of several algorithms discussed in the book.By the end of this book, you will have learned how to implement standard data structures and algorithms in efficient and scalable C++ 14 code.
Marcin Jamro
Data structures allow organizing data efficiently. They are critical to various problems and their suitable implementation can provide a complete solution that acts like reusable code. In this book, you will learn how to use various data structures while developing in the C# language as well as how to implement some of the most common algorithms used with such data structures.At the beginning, you will get to know arrays, lists, dictionaries, and sets together with real-world examples of your application. Then, you will learn how to create and use stacks and queues. In the following part of the book, the more complex data structures will be introduced, namely trees and graphs, together with some algorithms for searching the shortest path in a graph. We will also discuss how to organize the code in a manageable, consistent, and extendable way. By the end of the book,you will learn how to build components that are easy to understand, debug, and use in different applications.
Wisnu Anggoro
C++ is a general-purpose programming language which has evolved over the years and is used to develop software for many different sectors. This book will be your companion as it takes you through implementing classic data structures and algorithms to help you get up and running as a confident C++ programmer.We begin with an introduction to C++ data structures and algorithms while also covering essential language constructs. Next, we will see how to store data using linked lists, arrays, stacks, and queues. Then, we will learn how to implement different sorting algorithms, such as quick sort and heap sort. Along with these, we will dive into searching algorithms such as linear search, binary search and more. Our next mission will be to attain high performance by implementing algorithms to string datatypes and implementing hash structures in algorithm design. We'll also analyze Brute Force algorithms, Greedy algorithms, and more.By the end of the book, you'll know how to build components that are easy to understand, debug, and use in different applications.
Marcin Jamro
Building your own applications is exciting but challenging, especially when tackling complex problems tied to advanced data structures and algorithms. This endeavor demands profound knowledge of the programming language as well as data structures and algorithms. The book is armed with critical knowledge from an entrepreneur, author, and seasoned developer with significant international experience, offers just that to C# developers. Starting with an introduction to algorithms, this book gradually immerses you in the world of arrays, lists, stacks, queues, dictionaries, and sets. Unlike other books, this guide combines detailed explanations with ready-to-use code snippets and visual illustrations, making complex concepts easy to grasp and apply. You’ll also learn how to sort arrays using various algorithms, setting a solid foundation for your programming expertise. As you progress, you’ll venture into more complex data structures, trees and graphs, and discover algorithms for tasks such as determining the shortest path in a graph before advancing to see various algorithms in action, such as solving Sudoku. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to use C# language to build algorithmic components that are not only easy to understand and debug but also seamlessly applicable in various apps, spanning web and mobile platforms.
C++ Fundamentals. Hit the ground running with C++, the language that supports tech giants globally
Antonio Mallia, Francesco Zoffoli
C++ Fundamentals begins by introducing you to the C++ compilation model and syntax. You will then study data types, variable declaration, scope, and control flow statements. With the help of this book, you'll be able to compile fully working C++ code and understand how variables, references, and pointers can be used to manipulate the state of the program. Next, you will explore functions and classes — the features that C++ offers to organize a program — and use them to solve more complex problems. You will also understand common pitfalls and modern best practices, especially the ones that diverge from the C++98 guidelines.As you advance through the chapters, you'll study the advantages of generic programming and write your own templates to make generic algorithms that work with any type. This C++ book will guide you in fully exploiting standard containers and algorithms, understanding how to pick the appropriate one for each problem. By the end of this book, you will not only be able to write efficient code but also be equipped to improve the readability, performance, and maintainability of your programs.
Michael Dunsky, Gabor Szauer
If you‘re fascinated by the complexities of animating video game characters and are curious about the transformation of model files into 3D avatars and NPCs that can explore virtual worlds, then this book is for you. In this new edition, you’ll find expanded content on high-performance graphics and modern animation techniques, along with improved workflows and enhanced guidance on using OpenGL and Vulkan. You’ll learn everything you need to know about game animation, from a simple graphical window to a large crowd of smoothly animated characters.First, you’ll learn how to use modern high-performance graphics, dig into the details of how virtual characters are stored, and load the models and animations into a minimalistic game-like application. Then, you’ll get an overview of the components of an animation system, how to play the animations and combine them, and how to blend from one animation into another. You’ll also get an introduction to topics that will make your programming life easier, such as debugging your code or stripping down the graphical output.By the end of this book, you’ll have gained deep insights into all the parts of game animation programming and how they work together, revealing the magic that brings life to the virtual worlds on your screen.
Siddharth Shekar
Although numerous languages are currently being used to develop games, C++ remains the standard for fabricating expert libraries and tool chains for game development. This book introduces you to the world of game development with C++.C++ Game Development By Example starts by touching upon the basic concepts of math, programming, and computer graphics and creating a simple side-scrolling action 2D game. You'll build a solid foundation by studying basic game concepts such as creating game loops, rendering 2D game scenes using SFML, 2D sprite creation and animation, and collision detection. The book will help you advance to creating a 3D physics puzzle game using modern OpenGL and the Bullet physics engine. You'll understand the graphics pipeline, which entails creating 3D objects using vertex and index buffers and rendering them to the scene using vertex and fragment shaders. Finally, you'll create a basic project using the Vulkan library that'll help you get to grips with creating swap chains, image views, render passes, and frame buffers for building high-performance graphics in your games.By the end of this book, you’ll be ready with 3 compelling projects created with SFML, the Vulkan API, and OpenGL, and you'll be able take your game and graphics programming skills to the next level.
C++ High Performance. Boost and optimize the performance of your C++17 code
Björn Andrist, Viktor Sehr
C++ is a highly portable language and can be used to write both large-scale applications and performance-critical code. It has evolved over the last few years to become a modern and expressive language. This book will guide you through optimizing the performance of your C++ apps by allowing them to run faster and consume fewer resources on the device they're running on without compromising the readability of your code base.The book begins by helping you measure and identify bottlenecks in a C++ code base. It then moves on by teaching you how to use modern C++ constructs and techniques. You'll see how this affects the way you write code. Next, you'll see the importance of data structure optimization and memory management, and how it can be used efficiently with respect to CPU caches. After that, you'll see how STL algorithm and composable Range V3 should be used to both achieve faster execution and more readable code, followed by how to use STL containers and how to write your own specialized iterators.Moving on, you’ll get hands-on experience in making use of modern C++ metaprogramming and reflection to reduce boilerplate code as well as in working with proxy objects to perform optimizations under the hood. After that, you’ll learn concurrent programming and understand lock-free data structures. The book ends with an overview of parallel algorithms using STL execution policies, Boost Compute, and OpenCL to utilize both the CPU and the GPU.
Ariel Silahian
Unlock the secrets of the finance industry and dive into the world of high-performance trading systems with C++ High Performance for Financial Systems. Trading systems are the backbone of the financial world, and understanding how to build them for optimal performance is crucial for success. If you've ever dreamt of creating scalable and cutting-edge financial software, this guide is your key to success. A cornerstone of this book is its coverage of system design and architecture. The book starts by outlining the role of C++ in finance and trading. You'll learn the principles and methodologies behind building systems that can handle vast amounts of data, execute complex trading strategies with ease, and maintain the highest levels of reliability. Armed with this knowledge, you'll be equipped to tackle even the most challenging trading scenarios.In the fast-paced world of finance, every millisecond counts. This book delves into low-latency strategies that will enable your trading systems to react with lightning speed. You’ll also learn the art of reducing latency, optimizing code, and leveraging the latest hardware and software techniques to gain a competitive edge in the market.By the end of this book, you’ll be well-versed in architecting a financial trading system as well as advanced strategies and new industry trends.
C++ High Performance. Master the art of optimizing the functioning of your C++ code - Second Edition
Björn Andrist, Viktor Sehr, Ben Garney
C++ High Performance, Second Edition guides you through optimizing the performance of your C++ apps. This allows them to run faster and consume fewer resources on the device they're running on without compromising the readability of your codebase.The book begins by introducing the C++ language and some of its modern concepts in brief. Once you are familiar with the fundamentals, you will be ready to measure, identify, and eradicate bottlenecks in your C++ codebase. By following this process, you will gradually improve your style of writing code. The book then explores data structure optimization, memory management, and how it can be used efficiently concerning CPU caches.After laying the foundation, the book trains you to leverage algorithms, ranges, and containers from the standard library to achieve faster execution, write readable code, and use customized iterators. It provides hands-on examples of C++ metaprogramming, coroutines, reflection to reduce boilerplate code, proxy objects to perform optimizations under the hood, concurrent programming, and lock-free data structures. The book concludes with an overview of parallel algorithms.By the end of this book, you will have the ability to use every tool as needed to boost the efficiency of your C++ projects.
C++ in Embedded Systems. A practical transition from C to modern C++
Amar Mahmutbegović, Steve Branam
Transitioning from C can be daunting, with concerns about performance overhead, added complexity, and unfamiliar tooling. Addressing these challenges, Amar Mahmutbegovic, an advocate for modern C++ in embedded development, shows how to harness zero-cost abstractions, compile-time checks, and modern C++ capabilities to preserve performance while achieving safer, cleaner code. This book bridges the gap between traditional C and advanced C++, helping you retain the efficiency C developers expect while unlocking safety and expressiveness of modern C++.Starting with a modern development environment setup, including a Docker container for seamless example replication, you’ll overcome challenges of using the C++ standard library in memory-constrained settings and explore the Embedded Template Library (ETL) as an alternative. The book walks through essential C++ concepts before exploring advanced topics such as templates, strong typing, error handling, compile-time computation, and RAII. Through practical examples, you'll implement a sequencer, write a type-safe HAL, and apply patterns like Command, State, and Observer to solve embedded problems.By the end, you’ll be able to apply modern C++ to develop robust, modular firmware with performance matching or exceeding hand-coded C solutions.*Email sign-up and proof of purchase required
C# Interview Guide. Boost your confidence with answers to hundreds of secret interview questions
Konstantin Semenenko
If you're gearing up for technical interviews by enhancing your programming skills and aiming for a successful career in C# programming and software development, the C# Interview Guide is your key to interview success.Designed to equip you with essential skills for excelling in technical interviews, this guide spans a broad spectrum, covering fundamental C# programming concepts to intricate technical details. As you progress, you'll develop proficiency in crafting compelling resumes, adeptly answering behavioral questions, and navigating the complexities of salary negotiations and job evaluations. What sets this book apart is its coverage, extending beyond technical know-how and incorporating real-world experiences and expert insights from industry professionals. This comprehensive approach, coupled with guidance on overcoming challenges, ranging from interview preparation to post-interview strategies, makes this guide an invaluable resource for those aspiring to advance in their C# programming careers.By the end of this guide, you’ll emerge with a solid understanding of C# programming, advanced technical interview skills, and the ability to apply industry best practices.
C++ Memory Management. Write leaner and safer C++ code using proven memory-management techniques
Patrice Roy, Michael Wong
C++ programmers often face challenges in allocating and managing memory efficiently, especially given the diverse needs of real-time systems, embedded systems, games, and conventional desktop applications. This book offers a targeted approach to address the unique memory constraints of each domain.Written by an ISO C++ Standards Committee member, Patrice Roy, this guide covers fundamental concepts of object lifetime and memory organization to help you write simpler and safer programs. You’ll learn how to control memory allocation mechanisms, create custom containers and allocators, and adapt allocation operators to suit your specific requirements, making your programs smaller, faster, safer, and more predictable.Starting with core principles of memory management, this book introduces modern facilities that simplify your work and then dives into memory management mechanics, building solutions for specific application needs, and measuring their impact on your program’s behavior.By the end of this book, you’ll be able to write secure programs that handle memory optimally for your application domain. You will also have a strong grasp of both high-level abstractions for safer programs and low-level abstractions that allow detailed customization.
C# Programming Cookbook. Quick fixes to your common C# programming problems, with a focus on C# 6.0
Dirk Strauss
During your application development workflow, there is always a moment when you need to get out of a tight spot. Through a recipe-based approach, this book will help you overcome common programming problems and get your applications ready to face the modern world. We start with C# 6, giving you hands-on experience with the new language features. Next, we work through the tasks that you perform on a daily basis such as working with strings, generics, and lots more. Gradually, we move on to more advanced topics such as the concept of object-oriented programming, asynchronous programming, reactive extensions, and code contracts. You will learn responsive high performance programming in C# and how to create applications with Azure. Next, we will review the choices available when choosing a source control solution. At the end of the book, we will show you how to create secure and robust code, and will help you ramp up your skills when using the new version of C# 6 and Visual Studio
Julien Bayle
Physical computing allows us to build interactive physical systems by using software & hardware in order to sense and respond to the real world. C Programming for Arduino will show you how to harness powerful capabilities like sensing, feedbacks, programming and even wiring and developing your own autonomous systems.C Programming for Arduino contains everything you need to directly start wiring and coding your own electronic project. You'll learn C and how to code several types of firmware for your Arduino, and then move on to design small typical systems to understand how handling buttons, leds, LCD, network modules and much more.After running through C/C++ for the Arduino, you'll learn how to control your software by using real buttons and distance sensors and even discover how you can use your Arduino with the Processing framework so that they work in unison. Advanced coverage includes using Wi-Fi networks and batteries to make your Arduino-based hardware more mobile and flexible without wires. If you want to learn how to build your own electronic devices with powerful open-source technology, then this book is for you.
Desislav Andreev, Stanimir Lukanov
Around 35 million Linux and almost 2 billion Android users rely on C++ for everything from the simplest embedded and IoT devices to cloud services, supercomputing, and space exploration. To help you produce high-quality software, two industry experts have transformed their knowledge and experience into practical examples in system programming with C++ Programming for Linux Systems.In this book, you'll explore the latest C++20 features, while working on multiple specific use cases. You’ll get familiar with the coroutines and modern approaches in concurrent and multithreaded programming. You'll also learn to reshape your thinking when analyzing system behavior in Linux (POSIX) environments. Additionally, you'll discover advanced discussions and novel solutions for complex challenges, while approaching trivial system operations with a new outlook and learning to choose the best design for your particular case.You can use this workbook as an introduction to system programming and software design in Linux or any Unix-based environment. You’ll also find it useful as a guideline or a supplement to any C++ book.By the end of this book, you’ll have gained advanced knowledge and skills for working with Linux or any Unix-based environment.
Praseed Pai, Peter Abraham
Reactive programming is an effective way to build highly responsive applications with an easy-to-maintain code base. This book covers the essential functional reactive concepts that will help you build highly concurrent, event-driven, and asynchronous applications in a simpler and less error-prone way.C++ Reactive Programming begins with a discussion on how event processing was undertaken by different programming systems earlier. After a brisk introduction to modern C++ (C++17), you’ll be taken through language-level concurrency and the lock-free programming model to set the stage for our foray into the Functional Programming model. Following this, you’ll be introduced to RxCpp and its programming model. You’ll be able to gain deep insights into the RxCpp library, which facilitates reactive programming. You’ll learn how to deal with reactive programming using Qt/C++ (for the desktop) and C++ microservices for the Web.By the end of the book, you will be well versed with advanced reactive programming concepts in modern C++ (C++17).
Onorato Vaticone
C++ is the preferred language for system programming due to its efficient low-level computation, data abstraction, and object-oriented features. System programming is about designing and writing computer programs that interact closely with the underlying operating system and allow computer hardware to interface with the programmer and the user. The C++ System Programming Cookbook will serve as a reference for developers who want to have ready-to-use solutions for the essential aspects of system programming using the latest C++ standards wherever possible.This C++ book starts out by giving you an overview of system programming and refreshing your C++ knowledge. Moving ahead, you will learn how to deal with threads and processes, before going on to discover recipes for how to manage memory. The concluding chapters will then help you understand how processes communicate and how to interact with the console (console I/O). Finally, you will learn how to deal with time interfaces, signals, and CPU scheduling.By the end of the book, you will become adept at developing robust systems applications using C++.
Rheinwerk Publishing, Inc, Torsten T. Will
This book begins by grounding readers in the essentials of modern C++23, covering syntax, compiling, and core programming concepts. Early chapters introduce building blocks like data types, functions, and statements, ensuring a solid foundation. Readers also learn coding best practices focused on readability and modularization.As the journey progresses, the focus shifts to object-oriented programming, exploring classes, inheritance, namespaces, and lifecycle management. The text includes advanced topics such as templates, macros, and the integration of C libraries. Readers develop skills in designing secure, maintainable, and extensible code while mastering error handling and testing.The final sections dive into concurrency, standard library features like containers and algorithms, and advanced stream handling. Practical guidance on thread management, synchronization, and modern concurrency tools prepares readers for real-world applications. Concluding chapters present C++ guidelines, emphasizing sustainable and quality code development, completing a comprehensive path from fundamentals to expert-level mastery.
C++ Windows Programming. Develop real-world applications in Windows
Stefan Bjornander
It is critical that modern developers have the right tools to build practical, user-friendly, and efficient applications in order to compete in today’s market. Through hands-on guidance, this book illustrates and demonstrates C++ best practices and the Small Windows object-oriented class library to ease your development of interactive Windows applications. Begin with a focus on high level application development using Small Windows. Learn how to build four real-world applications which focus on the general problems faced when developing graphical applications. Get essential troubleshooting guidance on drawing, spreadsheet, and word processing applications. Finally finish up with a deep dive into the workings of the Small Windows class library, which will give you all the insights you need to build your own object-oriented class library in C++.
Jacek Galowicz
C++ has come a long way and is in use in every area of the industry. Fast, efficient, and flexible, it is used to solve many problems. The upcoming version of C++ will see programmers change the way they code. If you want to grasp the practical usefulness of the C++17 STL in order to write smarter, fully portable code, then this book is for you.Beginning with new language features, this book will help you understand the language’s mechanics and library features, and offers insight into how they work. Unlike other books, ours takes an implementation-specific, problem-solution approach that will help you quickly overcome hurdles. You will learn the core STL concepts, such as containers, algorithms, utility classes, lambda expressions, iterators, and more, while working on practical real-world recipes. These recipes will help you get the most from the STL and show you how to program in a better way. By the end of the book, you will be up to date with the latest C++17 features and save time and effort while solving tasks elegantly using the STL.