A Guide to Programming in C++

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Summary: One of the BEST programming books ever!
Review: I am a senior in high school taking a Introductory course in C++. I have found this book very effective in teaching the rudimentary skills of C++. The book is filled with so many effective practice problems. The authors, who are teachers themselves know how to focus this book towards their students, and that is seen directly through the teaching I receive. However, the only thing I feel that is flawed about this book, they sometimes rus over important facts and coding ideas. Thankfully, the teacher resourses complement these weak spots.

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Summary: An excellent introduction to C++
Review: I first used this book in my high school programming class, when I had almost no knowledge whatsoever of C++. Thanks to this book, I'm now focusing on programming as a career, and able to move on to far more advanced books on the topic. This book doesn't cover everything, but what it does cover it covers in depth and adds challenging exercises to ensure comprehension. It won't teach you all you might want to know, but if you're just getting started, I highly recommend it.

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Summary: One of the BEST programming books ever!
Review: Let's make one thing clear: this book is hard. It's not a short book either, it will take quite a bit of time to finish, but it's well worth it!! I had this book for a high school computer course, and while I only got half-way through it, I learned so much in those first few chapters than I ever did in any other book. If you're looking to really learn C++, and do the best you can do, then I would recommend this book 100%!!

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Summary: Don't expect to do great on the AP
Review: The only reason I didn't get a 2 or less on the AP Computer Science A exam was because I knew something before using this book in my class. It leaves a whole lot to be desired. Nothing is covered in depth, and the excercises are redundant and extremely long. I would hope that there is a better textbook out there.