C++ - Where do i start?

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The Best Place to Start Learning C++

Hi All, As a bit of a side project while I'm on my summer break from uni, I've decided to have a look at C++, and get the hang of the basics.

I'm by no means a programming novice, I've done web development before with PHP and Ruby, and I've done a fair bit of work with compiled languages (Java / C#). However, C++ seems to be a more significant undertaking. Basically I'm wanting pointers to the best resources for learning C++, as well as some idea as to areas I could do with reading up on (That I might not have come across before).

Any help would be hugely appreciated.

Thanks

Answer 1

A fun way to learn a language is to do Project Euler problems in it. It won't suffice but it's a start, especially if you find it tedious to read books.

Answer 2

get Accelerated C++ by Andrew Koenig et al

Answer 3

C++ Primer is a great book to learn C++ from scratch, particularly if you've programmed in other languages before.