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C++ Advanced ( advcplusplus | 24 hours )

Prerequisites:

  1. Proficiency in C++ Programming: Participants should have a strong foundational knowledge of C++ programming concepts, including variables, data types, control structures, functions, classes, inheritance, and pointers.

  2. Understanding of Basic Modern C++ Features: Familiarity with some features introduced in modern C++ standards, particularly C++11, such as auto keyword, range-based for loops, nullptr, and basic understanding of lambda expressions would be beneficial.

  3. Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Principles: Understanding of OOP principles such as encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism is crucial for comprehending advanced topics like operator overloading and polymorphism.

  4. Basic Understanding of Concurrency Concepts: A basic understanding of concurrency principles and concepts, including threads, synchronization, and mutexes, would be advantageous for comprehending concurrency-related topics covered in the course.

  5. Familiarity with Memory Management Basics: Knowledge of basic memory management concepts like stack and heap memory, pointers, and dynamic memory allocation is essential, especially when covering smart pointers and memory optimization.

Overview:

Master the intricacies of Advanced C++ Programming through this comprehensive three-day course meticulously crafted to delve deep into modern C++ features, advanced concepts, performance optimization, security implementation, and robust testing strategies.

Course Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Learning: Cover a wide range of advanced C++ topics, from language enhancements to debugging techniques, ensuring a holistic understanding.
  • Practical Implementation: Hands-on exercises and practical examples reinforce theoretical concepts for real-world application.
  • Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced instructors with deep knowledge and industry expertise in Advanced C++ Programming.
  • Tailored Approach: Adjust the pace and depth of learning based on participants' backgrounds and engagement levels.
Course Outline:

Day 1: Core Advanced C++ Concepts

  1. Modern C++ Overview
    • Introduction to the evolution of C++ and the significance of modern standards.
    • Understanding the key features introduced in C++11/14/17.
  2. Advanced Syntax and Initialization Techniques
    • Hands-on exploration of uniform initialization, initializer lists, and the auto keyword.
    • Practical application of nullptr, return type deduction, and range-based loops.
  3. Type System Advancements and Constructors Mastery
    • In-depth study of strongly-typed enums, decltype, and type traits.
    • Practical implementation and usage scenarios of constructors including delegating, base class, and default constructors.
  4. Compile-Time Computations and Functional Paradigm
    • Utilizing constexpr, improved string literals, and user-defined literals.
    • Practical application of variadic templates and function pointers.
  5. Lambda Expressions in Depth
    • Comprehensive understanding and practical use of lambda expressions:
      • Parameters, return types, capture expressions, mutability, generic lambdas.
      • Insights into internal functionality and initialized lambda captures.
  6. Concurrency Basics
    • Foundational understanding of visibility, atomicity, and basic atomic operations in C++11.
    • Introduction to mutex, locks, and condition variables.

Day 2: Advanced Concepts and Optimization Techniques

  1. Smart Pointers and Move Semantics
    • Implementing unique pointers, shared pointers, and weak pointers.
    • Understanding lvalues, rvalues, and implementing move semantics.
  2. Polymorphism, Operator Overloading, and PImpl
    • Implementing polymorphism using virtual functions and inheritance.
    • Exploring operator overloading and the Pointer to Implementation (PImpl) pattern.
  3. Exception Handling and Advanced Coding Style
    • Effective exception handling practices.
    • Coding style rules, guidelines, and best practices for maintainable code.
  4. Concurrency Challenges and Solutions
    • Addressing real-time problems and concurrency challenges.
    • Exploring synchronization using atomics and async execution.
  5. Memory Management and Performance Optimization
    • Understanding modern memory management and its significance.
    • Identifying optimization techniques, including inlining and code bloat sources.

Day 3: Security, Testing, and Debugging Techniques

  1. C++ Security and Best Practices
    • Exploring security features and vulnerabilities in C++.
    • Implementing modern security programming techniques.
  2. Testing Strategies and Debugging Tools
    • Choosing test frameworks and writing unit, integration, and system level tests.
    • Debugging tools: conditional breakpoints, multi-threaded debugging, and performance diagnostics.
  3. String Handling and User Account Control (UAC)
    • Efficient string handling techniques and best practices.
    • Understanding and working with User Account Control (UAC).
  4. Summary, Review, and Next Steps
    • Recap of key concepts covered in the course.
    • Discussion on further learning paths and resources for advanced C++.