Starting Out with C++ from Control Structures to Objects

by Gaddis, Tony

• ISBN13: 9780134498379
• ISBN10: 0134498372
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2017-01-01
• Publisher: PEARSON

About This Book

Starting Out with C++ from Control Structures to Objects

Starting Out with C++ from Control Structures to Objects is a comprehensive textbook designed for two-semester C++ programming courses or an accelerated one-semester course. This book is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of the fundamentals of C++ programming.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory C++ programming courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the basics of C++ programming, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of programming principles.

History and Editions

The 9th edition of Starting Out with C++ has been updated to address user feedback, incorporating the latest research and discussions on programming best practices. This edition includes revised and improved problems throughout and a new chapter featuring completely rewritten and expanded material on the Standard Template Library (STL). The book has been a trusted resource for nearly two decades, with each edition building upon the previous one to ensure that students understand the logic behind developing high-quality programs.

Author and Other Works

Tony Gaddis is the principal author of the Starting Out With series of textbooks. Tony has nearly two decades of experience teaching computer science courses, primarily at Haywood Community College. He is a highly acclaimed instructor who was previously selected as the North Carolina Community College “Teacher of the Year” and has received the Teaching Excellence award from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. The Starting Out With series includes introductory books covering C++, Java, Microsoft Visual Basic, Microsoft C#, Python, Programming Logic and Design, Alice, and App Inventor, all published by Pearson.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in C++ programming, including control structures, functions, arrays, pointers, and objects.
• Step-by-Step Presentation: Tony Gaddis’s hallmark accessible, step-by-step presentation ensures that students understand the important details necessary to become skilled programmers at an introductory level.
• Real-World Examples: The book includes clear and easy-to-read code listings, concise and practical real-world examples, and an abundance of exercises in every chapter.
• Interactive Learning Tools: The text is complemented by MyLab Programming, which includes interactive features to enhance learning.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780134498379
• eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9780134484198
• Loose-leaf: ISBN-13: 0134443853
• Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: February 13, 2017
• Number of Pages: 1344
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

• 10th Edition: Available through Pearson and other retailers
• Related ISBNs:
• 9780134443850
• 9780134484198
• 0134443853

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Author Biography

Tony Gaddis is the principal author of the Starting Out With series of textbooks. Tony has nearly two decades of experience teaching computer science courses, primarily at Haywood Community College. He is a highly acclaimed instructor who was previously selected as the North Carolina Community College “Teacher of the Year” and has received the Teaching Excellence award from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. The Starting Out With series includes introductory books covering C++, Java™, Microsoft® Visual Basic®, Microsoft® C#®, Python®, Programming Logic and Design, Alice, and App Inventor, all published by Pearson. More information about all these books can be found at www.pearsonhighered.com.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Computers and Programming

2. Introduction to C++

3. Expressions and Interactivity

4. Making Decisions

5. Loops and Files

6. Functions

7. Arrays and Vectors

8. Searching and Sorting Arrays

9. Pointers

10. Characters, C-Strings, and More about the string  Class

11. Structured Data

12. Advanced File Operations

13. Introduction to Classes

14. More about Classes

15. Inheritance, Polymorphism, and Virtual Functions

16. Exceptions and Templates

17. The Standard Template Library

18. Linked Lists

19. Stacks and Queues

20. Recursion

21. Binary Trees

Appendix A: The ASCII Character Set

Appendix B: Operator Precedence and Associativity

Quick References

Online The following appendices are available at www.pearsonhighered.com/gaddis.

Appendix C: Introduction to Flowcharting

Appendix D: Using UML in Class Design

Appendix E: Namespaces

Appendix F: Passing Command Line Arguments

Appendix G: Binary Numbers and Bitwise Operations

Appendix H: STL Algorithms

Appendix I: Multi-Source File Programs

Appendix J: Stream Member Functions for Formatting

Appendix K: Unions

Appendix L: Answers to Checkpoints

Appendix M: Answers to Odd Numbered Review Questions

Case Study 1: String Manipulation

Case Study 2: High Adventure Travel Agency–Part 1

Case Study 3: Loan Amortization

Case Study 4: Creating a String Class

Case Study 5: High Adventure Travel Agency–Part 2

Case Study 6: High Adventure Travel Agency–Part 3

Case Study 7: Intersection of Sets

Case Study 8: Sales Commission