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Summary: This is a great book!
Review: I found this book extremely useful! I purchased it shortly after graduating from college, where I received a BS in CS. I was interviewing for Software Engineering positions and wanted to make sure I understood, in depth, exactly how C++ works. As anyone who has a degree in CS knows, most of the classes you take are more theoretical then practical. This is great because you get to the real 'guts' of computing, and it also makes it alot easier to learn the more practical, hands on skills (such as programming). However, you do have to take the time, on your own, to learn these skills. That's what this book helped me to do. I was able to learn the practical aspects of C++ programming, which helped me with interview questions, which, in turn, landed me a job. I still have this book at my desk and reference it when I get stuck on something I'm programming, so it's been a great investment all around. As far as the other reviews, I'm not sure how 'easy' this book would be to understand for a beginner, because I had been programming in C++ for about 5 years when I bought it, but I do know that it covers most, if not all, of the major concepts in C++ programming, and then some. It might be slower reading for a beginner, but I don't think it would be too hard to grasp.
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Summary: Really a great C++ in OOP book!
Review: I have learned Java and C before I start to study this book. So far I have finished more than 2/3 of this book.
To be honest, this is an excellent book which discuss the OOP in detail and in-depth coverage. This is a book for the people who willing to spend lots of time and effort to learn c++, for the people who really want to understand and grasp c++.read more, practice more, have fun
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Summary: Not an easy book but worth the effort
Review: I jumped into this book a C++ neophyte. I'd programmed in C almost a decade ago and had been forced unwillingly to write database front ends in VB almost 3 years ago. The information was well presented and relatively easy to read (though the concepts are often challenging). This is not a book for a dabbler. I am confident that I have a grasp of the concepts of C++ programming mentally in hand thanks to this book.
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Summary: Review of Core C++ by Victor Shtern
Review: I recently purchased this book via Amazon.com after reading first couple chapters in a book store. Prior to reading this book i've taken a few c++ introduction classes and read part of another book assigned in this class. From a beginner's standpoint this book is awesome. It helps you to thoroughly understand the true concepts of c++ which help you build a strong back round in object oriented programming. I forgot to mention, i go to a univerisity in california. ALthough i strongly believe most of the professors teaching this subject are intelligent, they cannot or have failed to give me insight this book has given me.
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Summary: Review of Core C++ by Victor Shtern
Review: I recently purchased this book via Amazon.com after reading first couple chapters in a book store. Prior to reading this book i've taken a few c++ introduction classes and read part of another book assigned in this class. From a beginner's standpoint this book is awesome. It helps you to thoroughly understand the true concepts of c++ which help you build a strong back round in object oriented programming. I forgot to mention, i go to a univerisity in california. ALthough i strongly believe most of the professors teaching this subject are intelligent, they cannot or have failed to give me insight this book has given me.
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Summary: Become a serious C++ programmer
Review: I've been coding in C for about 10 years professionally and C++ for about 4 years. C++ is far more complex than C and it is clear that it is also far more difficult to write sensible, readable, maintainable code in C++ than in C. The value in this book is in it's mantra of good design principles that it uniformly teaches from the very first chapter onward. And please understand that you MUST use some design principles to produce effective, professional-quality C++ code. I'm quite sure that if you adopt and practice the methodology in this book, you will be a superior C++ developer. You might be surprised from what I've said that Core C++ could be a good choice for beginners as well as intermediates, but I believe it is, since it promotes good habits and starts at the beginning. For beginners, your head may start to swim when you hit the middle chapters... C++ is complex and the concepts must simmer in most heads for quite a time before they're cooked. This is a book that'll get you a high paying job.
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Summary: Attn: To Anyone Interested in Writing Code the Right Way
Review: Mr. Shtern has written an excellent book which not only teaches the syntax and semantics of the language but also emphasizes writing quality, reusable code. After all, that's what OOP is about. I work in industry as a System Engineer working mostly on low level design that I manage using C and Assembly. Working on big projects with other programmers I get to see a lot of programming styles some are excellent and some not so good. There is much value in writing quality code. You can make life much easier on your self and others when it comes time to maintain or reuse previously written code. Until recently, I haven't had much incentive in learning object oriented methods (or so I thought). "Core C++" was an excellent introduction to the topic giving marvelous detail on how to use the language correctly and proficiently. The author spent a great deal of time making sure every aspect of the language is covered. Whether you are an experienced programmer or just starting out Core C++ gets my highest recommendation as a learning tool. However, be prepared to invest some time in reading "Core C++". I can't say that I didn't get a little frustrated with the vast amount of detail, but I knew reading through each section would be an investment in knowledge that would pay handsomely when maintaining and debugging future code. 90% of my knowledge about programming comes from the many mistakes I've made in my career. I could have used a book like this when I began writing code. "Core C++" does not go into specifics of the C++ standard library, so it will not be the only book you need. However, there are many pitfalls in the details of C++, and one who has no experience with C++ will be doing himself a favor by beginning with "Core C++". In short, I would just like to express my gratitude for a well written, well thought out book on programming.
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Summary: Attn: To Anyone Interested in Writing Code the Right Way
Review: Mr. Shtern has written an excellent book which not only teaches the syntax and semantics of the language but also emphasizes writing quality, reusable code. After all, that's what OOP is about. I work in industry as a System Engineer working mostly on low level design that I manage using C and Assembly. Working on big projects with other programmers I get to see a lot of programming styles some are excellent and some not so good. There is much value in writing quality code. You can make life much easier on your self and others when it comes time to maintain or reuse previously written code. Until recently, I haven't had much incentive in learning object oriented methods (or so I thought). "Core C++" was an excellent introduction to the topic giving marvelous detail on how to use the language correctly and proficiently. The author spent a great deal of time making sure every aspect of the language is covered. Whether you are an experienced programmer or just starting out Core C++ gets my highest recommendation as a learning tool. However, be prepared to invest some time in reading "Core C++". I can't say that I didn't get a little frustrated with the vast amount of detail, but I knew reading through each section would be an investment in knowledge that would pay handsomely when maintaining and debugging future code. 90% of my knowledge about programming comes from the many mistakes I've made in my career. I could have used a book like this when I began writing code. "Core C++" does not go into specifics of the C++ standard library, so it will not be the only book you need. However, there are many pitfalls in the details of C++, and one who has no experience with C++ will be doing himself a favor by beginning with "Core C++". In short, I would just like to express my gratitude for a well written, well thought out book on programming.
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Summary: Essential C++ Book
Review: Over the years, I've read alot of programming books including more than a dozen on C++. Of all the books I've read, this is simply the best. Period. Victor Shtern manages to do what most other authors I've read fail to do, explain C++ well. I am suprised by how well this book teaches even the difficult parts of the core C++ language, something I have never seen before for any language. His writing is easy to read and engaging. If you want to be a strong C++ developer, whether you have years of experience or are just learning the language, you should read this book.
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Summary: More than mere C++ , really Superb!
Review: Since I was once a student of Dr. Shtern in his C++ class, I'm in a good position to comment on his book. This book, unlike the rest in the market takes you into the rationale behind C++ and what it attempts to achieve what procedural languages can't. This book is easy to read and yet conveys highly technical materials in an unpretentious way.This book can also be used as a supplement reading to any multitudes of other "express-style" C++ book you'll readily found on the market or use to look into finer points you won't find in other books.You'll gain insight into why you used C++, not becuase it's on the fashionable "object-oriented" shelf. It also points out subtle coding practices and pitfalls. I highlight recommend this book to mature your view and practices of C++ even if you are a professional C++ developer(the size of the book should convince reader that this is work of art for C++; not an overnight "rush to market" item). Also , recommended for Technical/Project Managers.I think it will be another C++ classic as it is distilled from years of experience. Good job , Dr. Shtern!
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