Learn C++: References and Pointers

References and pointers are some of the most powerful features in C++; they allow programmers to directly manipulate memory.
Continue your C++ learning journey with Learn C++: References and Pointers. Learn about memory allocation and how to conserve it with references and pointers. Pass variables by reference and use pointers when references aren't the most efficient choice.


* Create references and pointers

* Dereference pointers

* Understand memory allocation


### Notes on Prerequisites
We recommend that you complete [Learn C++: Classes and Objects](https://www.codecademy.com/learn/learn-c-plus-plus-classes-and-objects) before completing this course.

• References and Pointers: References and pointers are some of the most powerful features in C++; they allow programmers to directly manipulate memory.
• Lesson: References and Pointers
• Quiz: References and Pointers
• Project: Bleep
• Article: Memory Allocation
• Informational: Next Steps