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Summary: Do not buy!
Review: Only reason I bought this book was that it came with a Borland C++ compiler. The book is somewhat easy to read but examples are not clearly explained and furthermore Jesse introduces new topics in the examples which aren't discussed further on. Don't waste the money!
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Summary: Preaty Good Book On C++
Review: I am a novice C++ programmer and found this book a good source as the start of the language. Even though it left out alot of information, made a lot of errors, but it still served as a good building bridge from VB to C++.If you want to buy and read this book, BE AWARE, this book will not teach you the "real" stuff of programming, but rather introduce them to you. If you want to master the language in one way or another, you would have to BUY and READ other more advanced books aswell.
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Summary: Some parts are very confusing
Review: I am a beginner programming learning C++. The book teaches very simple concepts well. But quickly in week two many important concepts are very confusing and almost impossible to understand for the beginner. In addition there are very poor examples and numerous mistakes.
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Summary: Great Book!
Review: This was my very first attempt at programming. Jesse's C++ book doesn't assume any prior programming experience, which was exactly what I was looking for. Most of the chapters are well written, but there are a few sections I wish he elaborated even more. Unless you lock yourself up with the book in a room for 21 days or have been exposed to programming, I doubt you will be able to finish it in 21 days. My biggest gripe is the book's errors. Other than that, I think the book is great. So pointers and references are the hardest thing for new programmers to grasp? I absolutely had no problems with them, the book explained them very well. Also, the code seems to comply with the ANSI standard as well. This book teaches you standard c++, and not compiler specific code. There is a difference! I highly recommend this book to anyone just starting out. I look forward to reading Jesse's other books such as Clouds to Code and Beginning Object-Oriented Analysis & Design.
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Summary: simply the BEST C++ book ever written
Review: I have used this book as a reference throughout college and I swear by it. Not only can a beginner learn the language, but the experienced programmer can learn the tricks and trades of the language. Kudos to Jesse Liberty!
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Summary: Perfect For Beginners!
Review: Until I read this book, I couldn't write a working, interactive program in C++---without some kind of reference---and I had barely any experience in programming. The author of this book organizes the chapters according to effective learning and explains the concepts in detail. I wasted over $300 in other books, and learned nothing, so was very thankful to find this one. It teaches the essentials of C++ which apply to MFC development. Now I can advance. Some readers insulted this book, but they can't blame the book for their inability to learn. Programming is an advanced profession that should cost $500 to learn, and developers are fortunate to have programming books available... especially those written by dedicated authors like Jesse Liberty. I'd recommend 'Learn C++ in 21 Days' to any inexperienced programmer. No programming experience is assumed.
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Summary: Worthless piece of junk
Review: Stay away from this book! It's riddled with errors, gives poor examples, uses concepts before they are taught, etc. And with (illegal) examples like "class 747 : public JetPlane" (page 697, 1998 5th printing),
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Summary: Pretty good for the C++ books I've read.
Review: For a 13-year-old programmer, finding an interesting book is pretty tough. Although most books are usually boring, at times, this one has few of those moments. Even C++ for Dummies doesn't come close to this book. Although Dan Gookin's books on programming C, C for Dummies Volume 1 and 2, were the best programming books I've ever read, this one was not too bad. In conclusion, a nice book to read on C++, but if you REALLY want to learn some programming power, I suggest C for Dummies.
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Summary: Too many mistakes
Review: I am currently writing complex programs in C++ after reading this book (in 15 days), but I would not suggest it to a novice. The main problem is that there are too many mistakes (not only typos) and only part of them are considered in the "Errata Corrige" file available on internet. Furthermore, the explanation of several important topics is extremely confusing and often relies on information given only several pages later. If you can already program in C, this book might be OK; otherwise, choose something else.
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Summary: One of the most comprehensive books on C++.
Review: This is an excellent book for beginners into the tough competitive world of Object programming. I was impressed by the way the good programming habits have been cultivated during the course of this book. Though this book is a bit heavy for just 21 days.
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