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Good book for learning the C++ standard template library?
I am having very less knowledge on templates and STL. So looking for a good for STL.
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Start with The C++ Standard Library - A Tutorial and Reference.
Then read Effective STL by Scott Meyers.
As for templates, this is a really good book (especially part 1): C++ Templates - The Complete Guide.
navigator
2009-07-24 15:32:31
Once you have learned STL (++ to the suggested books here), the SGI STL reference at http://www.sgi.com/tech/stl/ is an amazing resource. I have it on my bookmark toolbar and use it frequently. (A word of warning: there are some SGI-specific extensions in there, but not too many.)
leander
2009-07-24 15:34:29
Seconded on the Meyers book....the Effective C++ books are a worthwhile investment as well, although not specifically template or STL related.
Nick Bastin
2009-07-24 15:36:02
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If you want a good book for learning templates in general, I would recommend:
C++ Templates: The Complete Guide
If you then become a complete addict, you can move on to:
(and perhaps look into counseling for your mental issues.. :-))
If you just want a book on STL, there are many, but the best I've found is:
Nick Bastin
2009-07-24 15:34:31
Um, I think given the questions implied knowledge level the first two books are way way over his head.
Matt Price
2009-07-24 17:08:13
@Matt: That may be true. The first book is actually very approachable - the 2nd is for pretty much insane people. It's hard to use C++ well while completely avoiding writing your own templates, so the first book is a good investment.
Nick Bastin
2009-07-25 04:17:09
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There is also "Generic Programming and the STL" by Matt Austern.
AProgrammer
2009-07-24 15:34:49
While it may be old, I think the fundamental concepts in the beginning are still worth reading.
Matt Price
2009-07-24 17:06:15
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Not a book, but SGI makes for a rather useful reference. Once you've got a feel for the STL, it may be helpful when you need to look some commands up or whatever.
Brian
2009-07-24 15:40:04
Be aware that the SGI site documents their library, not the C++ Standard Library.
anon
2009-07-24 16:34:01
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I'd recommend www.sgi.com for complete stl reference or : http://www.yolinux.com/TUTORIALS/LinuxTutorialC++STL.html
Maciek
2009-07-24 16:29:05