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Learning C++ for Java Programmers?
The Real Joe Faith asks: "The O'Reilly book 'Java in a Nutshell' used to include a really handy introduction to Java specifically aimed at C++ programmers. It meant an experienced programmer could re-use their knowledge and get up to speed quickly. But what about going the other way? I know a fair amount of Java but, for my sins, have always avoided C++. Now I need to learn it. Fast. Not just the syntax, but also about the various standard libraries out there. Now that Java is the standard language on most computer science courses I guess there will be a few people in the same boat. Can anyone recommend a good book (or any other information source)?" For those Java programmers among us who have gone this route, what books did you use to assist you in the transition to C++? How well did these books work for you?
I made a bundle coming out of retirement back in '99 but since then me and the Mrs. have been tooling across the US of A on Route 66 but what with the price of gas so high now and the RV only getting 3.4 miles to the gallon the pocketbook is kinda thin lateley. Plus I need my third bypass operation and one of those titanium hip joints would be just dandy! So maybe I ought to be updating my resume again, put out a shingle and see if anybody needs an old fart with skills in a dying computer language. Will program for viagra!
C++ is an excellent language, but it gives you enough rope to hang yourself, your immediate family, and maybe a few pets. Learn it fast, and you'll learn it wrong.
LOL. You know he won the Turning Prize for SmallTalk.
Really? In what direction was it turning?